Aa! Megami-sama! (TV)

Story:
hmm.. without spoiling anything, this could be hard to explain..
The story might advance extremely slow at times but I have never felt the need to skip parts(I often skip boring or long parts) You won't have episodes filled with explanations as happens often in anime these days, his isn't an anime where you will have 1001 questions in the beginning(well, you might have 1 or 2 if you're good at noticing the little things)

Art:
meh.. its clean, nice, detailed manga style.. You won't find any ugly or messy characters/objects so I think we can say its good.

Sound:
I don't realy notice sound a lot and the sounds ... is not perfect but fits in nicely.

Character:
You will soon love most of the characters(even the evil one's have their charm)
You learn more about them every now and then, even those backgroundfilling nobody's have some story to them

Enjoyment: I laughed, I was touched and I was never ever frustrated so I think they did a good job on this.

Overall:
This realy wasn't my type of anime and it does seem enormously girly at first but I ended up watching it anyway because I finished all my other anime already.
At times I was realy moved by how romantic everything was and the other times.. well, I fell off my chair while laughing more than once. Ah my goddess is a unique and wonderfull anime, try it out even if it isn't your type, you might like it anyway.

Story:
The story could certainly be hard to describe without spoilers, however if you have already watched the anime, heard about it, or simply read the synopsis, then please read on.

The story advances at a steady pace, however sometimes it can be slow while sometimes it can be fast. I personally thought the story was interesting, and it intrigued me to watch more and more of it. There are no filler episodes, as each episode contributes to something within the story. Thankfully no episodes have extremely long talks, nor do they have "no action". There will always be a little bit of action, and comedy in ... certain area's.

Art:
The art I found quite thrilling, it was something different to see, the backgrounds blended nicely with what was going on, as well as sometimes the mood of the character. It isn't ugly or poor, it's very good quality art.

Sound:
In my opinion the sound was okay, there wasn't any unnecessary sounds within any of the episodes, and the sound also corresponded with what was going on. Obviously the character voices and such, but also the sound of the background noises - the wind, the birds, insects, etc.

Character:
As soon as I started watching this anime, I fell victim to the characters.
They are all so different, and you will be unable to choose which is your favourite character.
Good, or evil, both shall win you over. Throughout the anime, you learn more about the characters and their personalities.

Enjoyment: Personally this anime made me laugh quite a lot, and at certain parts it even brought a tear to my eye. It is so touching, and so understanding, but at the same time it keeps you interested - wanting to know more, wanting to see what happens next.

Overall:
This type of anime is one of a lot which I enjoy watching. However, from the pictures you may see of the anime - it does seem girly, and such - however, even if it does look girly, it's not. If you just take the time to watch a couple of episodes you will realise that this anime could be a great enjoyment for you.
Throughout this anime, you can easily get moved from anger, to sorrow, to guilt, and probably other emotions too. Romance is also within this anime.
Ah! My Goddess is an anime I recommended for friends to watch, and now I recommend it for you viewers to watch as well. Even if it doesn't seem appealing, give it a try and watch a couple of episodes.

I'm not going to lie I am a big fan of this series however there are still somethings I didn't like which require me to subtract one point from a perfect score. A lot of people I know tend to shy from this series saying it has perversion...? this series by far has been one of the cleanest romance/comedy series I have watched I will point that out now so I don't ramble about it later.
Story- Okay as far as storylines go I was impressed the storyline was kind of original if not strange at some points. The aspect I enjoyed the most was ... how it managed to fit comedy in without ruining the romance like some series often do. One thing it does follow a pretty basic story line (synopsis of storyline: Boy meets girl and blah blah slight harem scheme blah blah guy develops feelings for girl develops feeling for guy blah blah wierd stuff happens forcing them to be closer together and thats about it).
Art- Alright I have watched the original version on top of having read chapters from the manga and I have to say they stayed pretty acurate to the drawing style and I kind of liked it.
Sound- I actually was pretty content with the sound it was good and matched the series the dramatic parts had music that matched really well and also the characters voice actors were really good that is of course in jap lang and eng sub.
Character- This series actually did impress me because each character did bring something different to the table and time was always taken out so that you could understand each character better. I mean yeah we have a few generic character types in the mix but it's cool because even despite that they all have something uniquely different about them that it makes you ok with that blandness. So yeah thumbs up.
Enjoyment- Like I said I really enjoyed this series there isn't much I can say I didn't enjoy other than a few episodes and things that I felt were rather meaningless to the story as a whole and aside from one episode which I kind of just skip over whenever I rewatch it the whole series flows well together.
Overall- A good anime, if you like comedy and romance this is the series for you my biggest advice if you're watching for the comedy don't be put off by the first couple of episodes trust me it get's funnier as it goes along.

The art is not that goos, and sometimes the characther are annoying, but still - this anime is so good that I watch almost 4-5 episodes every day, and I never did this with another anime.

I liked the anime because the story is great, Urd rocks (!) and every episode always make want to see the other one!



BTW - the opening song is awasome!

What really pulled me a first was the title itself, I first thought it was a pun on the common phrase OMG!

As I watched, *some of the things there are things I actually want to happen to me* Imagine, the main character is just and ordinary student working as a mechanic part-time and all of a sudden, One phone-call mistake brings him the IDEAL GIRL! She’s great at cooking, singing, She’s kind, caring, and is devoted to Keiichi, one part I liked about it is when she said, "You can wish for anything, EVEN THE DESTRUCTION OF THE WORLD!!!"

The story itself revolves in a ... romantic comedy kinda way, It’s twists and turns are what pulled me through to watch the entire series, Now I have finished both 2 seasons and am planning to complete all media of it :D

Keiichi makes a phone call and then suddenly a Goddess appears before him. Ah My Goddess is an instant girlfriend romantic/comedic slice of life that's actually done right. There are a few fillers here and there and it is not as plot based as some other romance series but overall it just gives a positive impression overall.

Animation:
The drawing style is very colorful with strong greens and blues creating a very peaceful (Earthy) feel that blends well with the music and OP. Though the drawing isn't as crisp as 2010 series, it is still fairly good. Belldandy and adult Sculd are drawn nicely and yes you ... can tell by Keiichi's looks that he wasn't going to get a girlfriend through normal means. There is some CGI usage but for the most part it is minimal and non-distracting. Oh, and this one is also light on fan service, which is great for a change of pace.

Sound:
The OP is calming but possibly a little too much and I didn't really like the light rock ED. The BGM is light and blends in well with the production (noticeable when necessary but otherwise in the background). The VAs are very good at bringing out their respective character's personality, especially Belldandy. I also can't believe how good VAs are at doing impressions of each other.

Story:
The series starts out strong with a very good opening arc but then soon becomes episodic with gradual introductions of new characters as the series progresses. As there isn't really a central plot line, the focus is on character development, and the series really shines for it. As one can tell from the many sequels, there also isn't really much of an ending to this one, though they do add a little climax near the end. But worry not for the entertainment in each episode is more than enough to keep going.

Character:
The interactions between the characters in this show go well beyond the average in this genre. You definitely see the characters bonding and growing, and not through upskirts and accidental grabs (*cough ichigo*). Belldandy is by far the most outstanding of the characters as she is capable, kind-hearted, patient, beautiful, and a whole mess of other pluses, despite there being other "goddesses" she really stands out, and in my mind cancels out Keiichi's bad luck a thousand times over. What is impressive is that even this seemingly perfect character is developed through the series, and in a way that truly brings a smile to ones face. In contrast, though he develops a bit, Keiichi is still rather pathetic, dwarfing the growth of Keitaro in Love Hina. Perhaps we'll see more development in the subsequent series.

Value:
This isn't the most exciting of series out there, but it's a good one to relax with after a stressful day. And one that does not require deep philosophical thoughts or worries about whether it is NSFW. Overall a great watch and an easy archive.

This is one of the first animes I watched when I first started getting into anime, and I must say this... its freaking awesome!!! I love Belldandy, I love Urd and Skuld as well and K1 is fucking hilarious, and as for some1 who is now in a similar situation to him at the begining I can totall relate to him and the story line.

This anime does seem to be a fantasy feel good anime, for men who have no luck with women. But its presented in such a way it feels as if a lot of work was put into it to ... not make it seem tht way, and it makes it freaking amazing!! (just realised I use freaking way too much) It makes it seem realistic even though theres a large amount of magic and angels and stuff involved.

Anyway the art is amazing using the AMG movie style, instead of the slightly crappy OVA style.

And its the anime boffins in Japan are attempting to animate all of the manga as much as they can, as they's also another series of this and 2 ovas at last christmas and hopefully another 20 odd ep will b coming soon as well.

All in all AMG FREAKING RULES!!!!!!!!!

Ah! My Goddess. A series that I have wanted to watch for a long time. I finally get around to it, and am very pleased with it :)

Story:
The story is very original and very well thought out. Lots of small details included, but the only downside is that one episode there is a villain they are fighting, and the next there is no hint of a villain anywhere. The series also starts to get a little boring after a while.

Art:
It was pretty decent, but it was a little on the low-quality side and with really soft-toned colors. The animation is also fairly decent.

Sound:
The opening theme ... is one of the greatest things about this anime. :) Open Your Mind ~chiisana hane hirogete~ by Yoko Ishida. :) The background music is nice, but just kinda there. Nothing too special. The ending themes really brought the show down though :\

Character:
Besides the stupid names, the characters are really well thought out and fully developed. The only downside is that like an anime based off a visual novel, one episode the character is there and the next it's as if they don't exist.

Enjoyment: As stated earlier, after a while into the show you started to find yourself bored. But it is really a good series and well enjoyed.

Overall: The story is outstanding, with decent art and sound, very likeable characters, etc. This is one great series and I hope taht someday you take the time to watch it :)

Oh, my god. I love Ah, My Goddess. (excuse the lame joke.)

The magical girlfriend story nowadays is horrible, but I can see that they all probably were at least inspired a little by Ah, My Goddess. I think it's really cute and funny, and the whole time I'm cheering for Keiichi to get together with Belldandy. It's fun and cute, I love it. And the more dramatic parts are very, very awesome as well.

The art is quite nice. I adore the wings and the goddess' outfits, both are very intricate and pulled off nicely. Pretty much everything looks good. It's not "WOW that ... was amazing!" or anything, but it's far from bad.

I actually really love the sound. Some pieces are cheery and regular anime tune, nice but not ear-catching. Then there's the gorgeous pieces with flute, piano, or violin. It's pretty and soft, something that might help me sleep. It's very goddess-like.

I think the characters are super awesome. Belldandy is so kind and perfect that you want be annoyed by her and think she's a Mary-Sue...but she isn't annoying at all. I love her, I want to hug her, she's great. Skuld is the one who can be a little annoying...but she's just so funny and cute that I want to hug her too! Urd is funny too, and she makes me smile. Keiichi is a little boring, and there are a million other "boring, semi-loser" types of guys like him...but he is a nice guy and does interact well with the other characters.

I had fun watching this, it cheered me up on boring afternoons. It's a classic anime that you must, must, must watch.

Kind of boring Slice of Life. It wouldnt make any difference if the Goddesses werent Godesses but normal People, and People in the show state exactly what the Problem is, they tell Keiichi that even an elementary Romanze is more grown up than what he is doing... well, i dont have anything more to say than this. They keep introducing new Characters every 5 Episodes build them up as new Main-Sidecharacters just to drop them again and after that they may have 2 cameos 10 episodes later and thats it.
Conclusion: Its a rather hard to look, but tamed Harem/ecchi/slice of life anime but because its ... so boring/childish/monotone you have to watch out not to fall asleep while watching it.
I dont know if the Manga was better but if you dont like the kind of lovely/one dimensional characters and you actually want some Story Progression, you better stay away from it. Because the story is kind of non existent. They could have easily crammed all that happened in like 5 episodes if it wasnt for said useless side build ups with story arks that went to absolutely nowhere just to get dropped again. For People that like to see some romance, but dont like Ecchi that much i really recommend it. I waited so many Years to finally watch it and now i feel kind of disillusioned because it was so mediocre :/ Ive seen Iriya no Sora UFO no Natsu in 2010 and was totally blown away and got so emotional while watching it. I kind of suspected the same here and got massively dissappointet (no feelings at all). I highly recommend to take a look at this Movie.
Read Snakeskins and Krissasaur comment if you want other not all out possitive reviews about the show. The last thing i want to say is that i really like the Art and Sound (bagbpipes FTW), they never feel overly cheap or overused, the ..Angeltalk.. they use sometimes is strange but not overly distracting. On a sidenote i have to say that i have seen the show with english dubs, they may have worsen the experience, im from germany but i felt like with most english dubs this one wasnt in the shows favor. ps Angels (most dissappointing sidecharacters by far) were build up strong and then they got immediately dropped again, they are the best example of this scheme.

Story 8/10
The series has a very light-hearted approach, considering the personality and the kind of romance of the main characters, but, the story development is kinda slow, even the manga's story is slow, the development of each character should've been faster, but this made it more interesting, because it kinda show us how hard it is to live with three goddesses, it shows us that just because you have a goddess as your partner doesn't mean it's all fun and no work.

Art 7/10
The animation is pretty at times but sometimes it gets pretty choppy but nothing to worry about, Belldandy's Cuteness is safe nonetheless! hehehe ... :)

Sound 10/10
Now, this is what I liked about the series, Hamaguchi Shirou is really a great composer! just listening to the soundtracks make me remember the series altogether, the Opening Theme and the Ending Themes also take me in awe, the songs fit the series just right.

Character 8/10
Ok...The Main Characters are ok I have nothing to say about them it's good, their personalities are just fitting to their roles...but it's the supporting characters who I have the problem with, they fit just as well but by considering their number,the development is bad, not that bad, but, well, its not that good either and the exposure they get is pretty small, mainly because the series focuses on the Main Characters....

Enjoyment 8/10
Well, I enjoyed the series, when I watched it I was laughing all the way! Very Cute story and very funny scenes fill this series I seriously enjoyed it and really made me want more...well you'll know it better if you watch it.


Overall 8/10
It's on its way to have had a perfect score but there just have to have some flaws, nothing's perfect but we can try (just don't try too hard), right?

BTW...this series is the one that triggered a new addiction for me...and now I'm an addict for anime! hehehe....

Who wouldn't want a beautiful goddess like Belldandy to stay with them forever? (Though frankly I would rather have Urd. She is a hottie.) Having not seen any of the previous incarnations of this series I can't say which is the best, but this was a very entertaining version at least.

I'm not sure I really cared for the pace at which Keiichi and Belldandy's relationship progressed. As in, it seemed like it didn't. I guess I would have prefered them to get more alone time. As it was they seemed to have a rather bland (though devoted and loving) ... relationship.

Still, I would recommend this to anyone that is interested in a romantic comedy.

STORY – 7
It’s a story of an ordinary boy meets a goddess. Not goddess-beauty female but really a Goddess!
Typical romantic-comedy type. Some might think of it as harem but better think again. The love story solely focuses on 1 couple and the comedy, well basically, all of them has something to do with it.

ART – 8
Very nice art. One of the better art, design and background compare to the other anime.

SOUND - 8
If we are talking about opening and ending songs, they have very decent one. In fact, you may end up downloading it and make it your ring tone. 

CHARACTER - ... 8
I love each characters were developed. They are totally different from each other, however, they were able to meet them up at some point one way or the other.

ENJOYMENT – 8
I enjoyed watching this anime and for those who wants something light and fun, this is for you.

OVERALL – 8
Yes, this is a very much recommended anime. The story might not be as original as you want it to be, but still a must watch! Just be ready for sexy characters that people might think this is kinda ecchi, definitely not!

[A/N: You might agree or not with all the things I wrote down here, but of course, this is my opinion, I would love to hear you opinion as well. =)
Please excuse any incorrect grammar, etc. And thanks for reading!
-black faerie, Yui]

*Minor Spoilers Warning*

If you wanted a perfect opportunity to have your ah my goddess in anime form fleshed out than this series is a perfect opportunity to get your feet wet in the ah my goddess universe.

Let's face it besides the manga the ah my goddess hasn't had much of an opportunity to be fleshed out in anime form. Any other interations my ah my goddess in anime form before the first season of this series has either been incredibly brief (OVA and the film) or has been chibified to cater to a younger audience.

The plot of this anime is pretty much ... the same basic story of ah my goddess. Keichi is a guy that has nothing but bad luck but regardless of his bad luck he always tries to have a positive attitude towards life in general. No matter how much life may knock him down from time to time he always finds a way to keep going no matter how hopeless things may be. He ends up being left in his dorm one night, and he accidentally calls the Goddess help line by mistake. As a result of this Belldandy appears before him and tells him that she can grant him any wish that he desires. Since he hasn't had much luck winning the affections of a girl that he is attracted to and since he is very skeptical of what belldnady is offering, he ends up wishing that the goddess would be with him forever. Much to his amazement the wish is granted and that is only the start of many shenanigans left to come.

What we get to see in this series is the many challenges that come with having a goddess as a girlfriend and how Keichi has to adjust to this strange and bewildering twist in his life while remaining true to his kind and caring nature. The overall plot of this anime is Belldandy's and Keichi's ever evolving relationship but due to the overall length of the anime it really does move at a snails pace without much progress being made with regards to how they feel about each other. You can't help but feel that more could be accomplished with the sheer amount of time they have with each other but it seems like that whenever an opportunity comes across for Keichi to finally work up the courage to confess his feelings to her, there is always an obstacle in the way (Aka Skuld). Belldandy is still the same warm, loving, compassionate character we've grown to appreciate/love and her ability to see the bright side of any situation gives you very little to no reason to ever dislike her as a character.

One thing that does work for this anime however is that it does examine multiple plots with how belldandy's sudden appearance affects multiple characters in the series. One of the plot points that are examined is how Belldandy's extended time on earth is affecting heaven. We have plot points that look at disrupting keichi's and belldnady's relationship, we even have a couple of antagonists in this series that focus on a concluding story arc close to the end of the series, and we even have a lot more time with Belldandy's sisters (Urd and Skuld) and they're history and some of the trials and tribulations they have to encounter. This is possibly the anime's greatest strength is how they treat Urd and Skuld. We get to see a huge amount of depth with regards to these characters and one thing I wanted to highlight is that even though for the most part these characters act as obstacles towards Keichi's and Belldandy's relationship and they mostly serve as the comic relief they truly shine in the final part of this anime where one of them is the main focal point of conflict throughout this entire anime. The last two episodes of this anime have some of the most endearing and heartfelt moments throughout this entire anime because it brings a sense of humanity to these two characters and it makes for some of the most adorable awwwwwwwwww moments of the first season of this series.

This anime does truly cater to the slice of life genre with some magical girl elements, but there are also some scenes of intense action throughout this anime and the humour is incredibly frequent which can add a much needed boost of adrenaline to this anime during its boring poorly paced segments in which there can be quite a few all depending on who you ask.

The characters are all drawn incredibly well but I found the music to be very lackluster and I wasn't particularly fond of the opening and ending songs.

In the first season of this series we have an excellent opportunity to see our favorite characters fleshed out but ultimately it takes a long time for the series to focus on a serious story arc minus the ever building relationship between Belldnady and Keichi. One of the strongest aspects of this series is the ah my goddess has a huge cast of minor characters and its actually refreshing to see many of the minor characters get their time in the sun in this series. It really gives them a nice amount of depth and shows that there are more characters that a person can relate to besides Keichi and the Goddesses.

Anyone with any experience with any kind of romantic based anime knows that ultimately true love conquers all and its nice to see the journey that Keichi and Belldnady share even though the pacing can be a bit of a problem from time to time.

If you truly want your ah my goddess fleshed out in anime form, than this series is an absolute must but just learn to be patient with it because it does take a long time for certain story elements to be fully addressed.

Favorite Character: Belldandy
Least Favorite Character: Skuld

8/10 (I recommend it.)

Ah! My Goddess is a great show about a young man (Keiichi) who has had a series of bad luck. Bringing him to the attention of the Goddess Help Line who send Belldandy to grant him 1 wish. The trouble starts when Keiichi, thinking it a practical joke, wishes that a goddess like her could stay with him forever...

Wish granted.

What insues is a funny story line with many characters and a budding romance.

'Ah! My goddess!' or 'Aa! Megami-sama!' is a unique series in that it redefines the romantic comedy genre, effectively putting itself in a class of its own.

The story might appear simple at first, a college student - Morisato Keiichi leads a rather monotonic and uneventful life. He is rather lonely in that he can't seem to find a suitable partner for a (presumably) long time relationship, often ridiculed by girls for his unattractiveness and relatively short stature. It just so happens one day that after finishing his daily chores he accidentally calls the "goddess help line" instead of his flatmate. Much to Keiichi's disbelief, a ... beautiful goddess named Belldandy comes down with the promise of granting him a single wish. What happens afterwards is something unpredictable and unique in its own way and Keiichi's wish paves way for the rest of the series.

There are many secondary characters in this show but the 2 main ones that you can count on to appear in every single episode since their introduction are two other goddesses Skuld and Urd. Urd is a tame, female version of the stereotypical anime pervert but officially refers to herself as the goddess of love. She comes down to Earth to help Keiichi progress in his relationship with Belldandy as the two are rather shy and reserved individuals. Skuld on the other hand is the younger sister of Belldandy with an unparalleled mind of an inventor. Her reasons for coming down are not so obvious or straight-forward as Urd's but she assists her sister in many tasks throughout the series.

The most interesting point in this series and the quality that sets it apart from other series in the romance genre is how the relationship between the two main characters is presented and how it progresses. Both Belldandy and Keiichi clearly show interest in each other but are afraid to make the first move. At times it's as if they were both love-shy and many other characters in this series notice that and take whatever steps necessary to bring the two closer, often with adverse effects. What makes it even more frustrating for the viewer is that the two share many traits and are very like-minded people. Belldandy is a hard working responsible person, as is Keiichi and they could be the perfect couple, yet neither of them can muster the courage to be honest with their feelings.

Another interesting thing to note about this series is that it has a lot of Nordic, mythological themes. One of the places referred to in this anime is called Yggdrasil, which is in fact the tree which contained the planes of existence in the Nordic mythology. There are many more references to the Norse in this anime and even the concept of goddesses is loosely based on the Valkyrie. One can certainly learn a lot about history and ancient mythology by watching this anime.

Interestingly enough, the setting, the plot, the concepts borrowed from Norse mythology - it's all perfectly combined together into a unique anime series that will pleasantly surprise romance watchers.

The art and music are both very good. The character design is extremely precise and I was especially impressed by Belldandy's design as she truly brings that 'goddess' atmosphere into the series with symbols and jewellery pieces decorating her face and neck. So is the case with other goddesses but Belldandy's is by far the most interesting. The arty quality itself is also good, of course this anime has been made a while back so oddities are to be expected but they will not affect the enjoyability of the series. The highlight here is the story and the characters themselves.

The music further reinforces the mythological atmosphere here, especially the opening theme. Most sounds and OST themes are also orientated that way. The quality is again, very good and makes for a relaxing and pleasurable experience.

All in all, 'Ah! My goddess' is definitively one anime that I won't be forgetting for a long time to come and apart from getting a full score from me, it's now also a personal favorite of mine that I plan to re-watch again in the foreseeable future. A recommended watch for those that have a taste in romance and/or fantasy genre.

Keiichi Morisato was an average college student with the worst of luck. One day he is left alone at his dorm room, with a mountain of chores, after his friends go out for a night of fun. The reason behind Keiichi’s unluckiness is that he has an unlucky star hanging above his head up in the heavens.
In this anime, heaven is full of Goddesses, and these Goddesses are supposed to maintain the status on Earth, but without the humans knowing. Humans that have been cursed with an unlucky star above their heads will eventually call the “Heaven Goddess Agency.” They call this number by mistake, ... but it is no mistake to the Goddesses watching over.
When Keiichi was left at home finishing up his chores he decides to call for some take-out food. When he dials the number, he is connected to the Goddess Agency. When someone calls the Goddess Agency they are sent a Goddess to make their deepest desire come true.
This is where the story takes off. When Keiichi is sent a Goddess, Belldandy, his deepest desire is love, and he asks the Goddess to stay with him on Earth, forever!
If you haven’t already figured it out this anime falls in the “Romantic” genre. With some errors to the Goddess Agency, Belldandy stays with Keiichi.
Throughout the anime Keiichi has to teach Belldandy how to act more humanly. What makes this anime so special is that it does not act like a soap opera. It has its own unique story and adventures (Such as friends of Belldandy coming down and staying with them, and the conflict between the Goddesses and the Demon Hild.)
This anime is a beautiful, romantic story with a side of comedy. I highly recommend it.

Ah my Goddess is a very enjoyable anime especially if you just want to sit back and relax and watch something less serious, It has lot of funny and quirky moments which will leave a smile on your face and wondering what will happen next!

This anime is very hard to review without spoiling to much though,

Some people may find the character progression in this series a little slow and tedious but If your like me you wont mind this as even the filler episodes are decent to watch and will keep you entertained.

The Series doesn't have the most serious setting but it does show a ... good creative group of characters,the story will not be the most complex but I think it shines in its simplicity and uses that simplicity really well.

The characters are really good but some supporting casts could have been fleshed out more but that comes down to personal preference.

The Art and Sound style go hand in hand and work well together.

Overall I though this was a very good anime and worth watching if you don't want a dramatic gritty comedy romance anime :)

It's difficult to review a show that defines why you enjoy anime, especially when it's not critically acclaimed. This said, Ah! My Goddess is a show that I will hold dear for quite some time. Let's face it, the show has charm.

The show, while quirky and admittedly cheesy, will forever remain one of my favorites. I immediately connected with Keiichi, but the true "ringer" was Belldandy. Never have I witnessed a female character that has drawn me in as Belldandy has. Some critics claim that the relationship between Keiichi and Belldandy is "unhealthy," stating that Belldandy is merely a reflection of the Japanese desire for ... a submissive female. Claims such as these irritate me; Keiichi and Belldandy's relationship is far removed from normalcy, but in no way is it unhealthy (setting aside outside forces). Rather, I found their relationship to be a breath of fresh air in the world of drama/media. Keiichi and Belldandy's utter devotion to each other is enviable on many levels, and very unique. While I found the lack of any type of physical contact annoying (the show only gives mere pecks and caresses, while the manga already has them kiss), it was nice to see a show where two characters could show love to each other with out having to disrobe. The point is this: while the relationship is seen as unrealistic and cheesy by most audiences, I see their relationship as something to envy and aim for. I would take dedication and trust over realism and pointless drama any day.

Furthermore, I would argue that Belldandy is no where near submissive and if she is, it's towards the man she loves, not to outside circumstances. Even during her submission (just wait till episode 19), Keiichi refuses to take advantage of her, and that I would argue is the true strength of the show.

The animation is nothing unique, but it is well done and uniform. The soundtrack is a tad cheesy, but it fits the mood of the show well. Fanservice is apparent, but not overdone and the comedy of the series ranges from slapstick to drop-dead hilarious. This all said, the draw of the show lies in the characters. The show is relatively episodic; no real plot develops, but this format works well for the show. The side stories where excellent as well. Skuld, Urd, Hild, Sayoko, and Megumi all had some great characterization, leading into some great episodes. I especially liked "Ah! Urd's Small Love Story?" Unfortunately though, the end of the series leaves you wanting more. Many fans are still hoping for a season 3 to say the least. A little closure would be nice!

Overall, Ah! My Goddess is a solid, slice of life anime. A show that I would recommend to nearly any anime viewer.

The anime's premise starts with a poor boy, Keiichi, who can't get any luck on his side, no matter how many things he tries to do right (can't we all relate?).

However, his unheard plea for help is finally answered when the Goddess Help Agency (forget exact name) calls him and says they'll send someone right over.

Little did he know that she'd appear through a mirror.

Through a crazy turn of events, he asks his new Goddess, Belldandy, to stay by his side forever.

The magic is sown and throughout the series more Goddesses come to live with him and cause his life to become a living romance ... comedy.

The series is very good. The story is original, the artwork is very nice (though sketchy in some areas), the sound is alright, I suppose, and the characters are, in fact, top-knotch and not static.

It was very enjoyable through and through.

I give this series an 8/10.