Strange+

"If you like the pool so much, then why don't I pour chlorine up your ass, you ass!" -Takumi

"My exit turned into an entrance!!!" -Ozu

So what even is Strange+?
Well, I'm glad you asked.
'Cause I haven't the slightest clue myself.

Seriously, Strange+ is, well, what it sounds like. Strange on a whole 'nother level. Supposedly it's supposed to be about detective work or something (well, according to MAL's description). Lemme say this, however - if Strange+ is about detective work, then my cat may as well be a walrus (...that was a dumb analogy. Whatever, you get the point.)

Story: 1/10 (Would be a zero, but I can't ... do that so meh.)
The thing I love about this series is that it's so stupidly incoherent to the point that the total lack of a story is completely irrelevant. This miniseries doesn't NEED a story. Then again, do miniseries ever actually need one? You can't exactly fit much into 3-minute episodes. That's why I have to give credit to this series for managing to make me laugh my ass off almost constantly (which, as my friends would know, isn't easy!). The level of stupidity of the plot - which is virtually nonexistant in the first place - just adds to the hilarity of it all.

Art: 8/10
Not much to say here. Pretty normal animation. I must say some of the facial expressions are pretty damn funny. And let's not forget Takuma farting into a vending machine...

Sound: 7/10
Again, nothing special. Voices are pretty good, soundtrack is fine, blah blah.

Character: 7/10
Episode-to-episode, our "fearless detectives" have to do odd jobs and meet the weirdest of people. And let's put a huge - and I mean HUGE - emphasis on WEIRD. Let's see here - we've got Takuma the "beauty boy", who looks like a girl, crossdresses...aaaand decides to strip at regular intervals. If that's not a recipe for disaster I don't know what is. Miwa seemingly cosplays as something different each episode, as far as I can tell. You've got the hardass Masamune, and then the totally clueless protagonist Kou. This character lineup - along with the equally peculiar background roles (RUSTY NAIL!) - just adds to the fun, as most of the characters seemingly don't have a speck of intelligence (or common sense to boot). The characters leave something to be desired, but then again, I guess their overall idiot-ness (that's a word now) really makes the series what it is. Besides, how much characterization can you really fit into 3 minutes?

Enjoyment: 10/10
STUPDILY HILARIOUS. The only phrase I think describes Strange+, in all honestly. There's no coherent plot and no coherent characters - and that's exactly why I enjoyed it so much. Honestly, I couldn't stop laughing for the most part.

Overall: 8/10
You want something serious and actiony? Don't watch Strange+.
You want a good laugh? Watch Strange+.
Simple as that! :)

If you're someone who likes to blitz through anime series, is looking for somethingg different, light and funny to watch, you should definately give this a try.

I personally found this anime pretty good. Although it is different, eccentric and indeed strange...it actually works. The anime is basically about a group of four friends who work in a detective agency and undergo weird situations/cases. The characters are all very likeable. Each episode is sort of like a short comedic skit, however there are links between each episide so there is some order in the randomness.

The only thing I'd warn you about is that the description ... makes it sound a bit more serious than it actually is (beacause it really isn't), and the front cover gives off a different air to the series. So you shouldn't really base whether u'll like the anime from those two things because you'll probably get the wrong impression.

I gave this anime a '10' because of how eccentric and funny it is. It's nothing like the other animes which i've rated a '10' but thats because this truly is in a league of its own and cannot be compared to anything else i've watched but also cause it was pretty good.

Just give it a try and enjoy :)

Impulsive... Ridiculous... Crazy... Funny... and truly STRANGE.

Strange+ only has 12 episodes. So, don't expect much of a plot or character development.
What you should expect and be ready for is 12 episodes of crazy fun!!

1. Each and every character has their quirks. They're all unique and hilarious.
2. Every episode brings you a new story. They don't necessarily link together, but it really doesn't matter. It feels like you're going on a new adventure every episode.
If you prefer an actual, lengthy plot with build up and a definite climax, then this might not be for you.
3. Throughout all 12 episodes, I legit found myself laughing out loud ... lol
Which is why I gave enjoyment a 10/10.
4. There are some sexual jokes, so if you know you'll be uncomfortable with sexual references, then you have been warned :)


Strange+ is actually such a weird anime. I wouldn't recommend watching it with family, friends or in public. Personally, I watched it alone in the corner of my room hahaha
Because there are some sexual jokes and content in the anime, I just couldn't bring myself to watch it in public;;

BUT PLEASE. GIVE IT A GO :) As a comedic anime, it is pure genius. I'm so glad I stumbled across this!

Overall: 9/10!!

Strange+ 9/10

Don't say the title didn't warn you lol
This anime truly is a blast for all comedy fans. I enjoy their parody's of other detective or action animes, but if it would be just that, I wouldn't love this show so much. Strange+ has a lot more to offer, yes it's a funny, silly gag anime, but at the same it's their amazing main characters (who always make everything worse), that make this show unique, ridiculous and hilarious! Most of the time, you have no idea what the hell is going on, things just happen, but it's fine, because the show delivers, it's full of ... surprises, references to really old animes and weird twists, introducing new characters like it's nothing, explosions, random weapons, magic, "traditional traps", villains who disguise themselves as maids, what ever, you name it, this show has it, it doesn't have to make sense, it always makes me laugh - the WTF moments are pure gold and the characters reactions to them as well. To me it's never too much, because the episodes are only about 4 minutes long, so you can watch the entire season in less than one hour. Short animes FTW!

Plot: Never mind

Characters: Oh man...how do I even begin? In this strange world there are 4 strange detectives, Takumi - a very confident attention loving bishonen blue haired boy who likes to cross dress, and the 'boss' of the detective agency they all work at, Kō - his younger brother (although he looks like the big brother), who is nothing like him, he's probably the least strange character - every gag anime needs a 'straight' guy, then there is Masamune, the strong, for some reason African looking, guy who you would accept to save the day, but like everyone else, is not as competent as you might wish and last but not least a female character, eye-candy Miwa, who's loyal, weird and super hot but that is mostly ignored. Then there's a bunch of side characters (villains/allies) that make the show go round, sometimes they appear once and then never again, sometimes they return by just popping out of nowhere to take revenge or something, who really cares? It's hilarious.


I'm glad to hear that there will be a second season! I want to watch much more of this this really strange anime, although the art is nothing special the voice actors did a great job :) I had a lot of fun with it so I gave a very high rating. (I could list some great quotes from the show lol, but it's so much funnier if you just watch it yourself)

Recommendation: Not everyone is going to enjoy the humor in this show, but each episode is a 3 minute rush of pure Looney Tunes-esque insanity. I can't possibly explain to you what the fuck I just watched, but it's worth seeing for yourself.

Positives:

+ Rapid fire jokes and gags come at you relentlessly from the second you start an episode. There is no filler, plot or character development, it's all comedy all the time. The jokes might have gotten old if the episodes were longer than 3 minutes, but it's the perfect length for this type of series.

+ Funny meta-humor and inside jokes

+ Absurd ... sense of humor that emphatically discards any notion of realism. Much closer to the aforementioned Looney Tunes than to other anime in its presentation and type of jokes.

Negatives:

- The 3 minute length and dense layering of jokes means everyone sounds like they're talking at 2x speed and it can be hard to follow at times.

- Everyone is screaming all the time and it's just an immensely chaotic show overall. Not necessarily a bad thing, but might be for some.

- Sometimes strays into "lol so random!" territory with its gags and they don't always land, especially the parts with Takumi taking his clothes off