Hoshi no Samidare

College student Yuuhi Amamiya's monotonous life is turned upside down with the appearance of Sir Noi Crezant, a talking lizard claiming to be a knight of justice. Crezant elaborates that the world is in peril—threatened by the mage Animus who wishes to annihilate it with his Biscuit Hammer, an enormous structure suspended in Earth's orbit. As the newly appointed Lizard Knight, Yuuhi must fight alongside other Beast Knights to protect the princess and save the planet from destruction.

Unimpressed by the prospect of risking his life, Yuuhi continues his day as usual—until a golem created by Animus suddenly confronts him. Yuuhi is instantly overpowered, but his neighbor, Princess Samidare Asahina, luckily rescues him. To his surprise, Samidare's intention starkly differs from Crezant's; instead of saving the world, she aims to destroy it with her own hands. Captivated by her firm ambition, Yuuhi resolves to become stronger and help Samidare realize her goal.

As the pair continues to fight against Animus' golems, Yuuhi finds himself gradually gaining an interest in life—but the chains of his past trauma may restrain him from progressing further.

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Amamiya, Yuuhi Main

Enoki, Junya Japanese

Asahina, Samidare Main

Oozora, Naomi Japanese

Shinonome, Hangetsu Supporting

Iwase, Shuuhei Japanese

Crezant, Noi Supporting

Tsuda, Kenjirou Japanese

Shinonome, Mikazuki Supporting

Satou, Gen Japanese

Animus Supporting

Tachibana, Tatsumaru Japanese

Akane, Taiyou Supporting

Tamura, Mutsumi Japanese

Shimaki, Hyou Supporting

Matsuoka, Yoshitsugu Japanese

Akitani, Inachika Supporting

Yamaji, Kazuhiro Japanese

Kusakabe, Tarou Supporting

Toki, Shunichi Japanese

Oowada, Tomoyuki Producer

Aoi, Hiroyuki Producer

Kawana, Yuuta Producer

Misaki, Seiji Producer

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Apr 21, 2023

KaptTimo

Recommended

After seeing so terrible score and so many negative coments I wondered; maybe this time truly something was wrong with the show, but after watching it i can say; NOPE. It is again the same case: popular manga of renowned author gets anime adaptation that is objectivly speaking "OK" but it couldn't live up to unrealistic expactations of manga fans, so they release their frustration by giving bad scores. Could this anime be better? ofcourse, most could've be. Was it a trash? ABSOLUTELY NOT









... Is the story unique? If it was predictable, did you enjoy it anyway because you like this genre/set-up?
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Were the characters well-rounded? Did they have flaws and strengths, or were they unusually strong/smart/stupid?
Did the characters react to situations and events in a realistic way?
Do you think others will enjoy/dislike this series, even if you didn't? Why?

Reviewer’s Rating: 9

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Jul 19, 2024

KevKaneki97

Mixed Feelings

Hoshi no Samidare, also known as Lucifer and the Biscuit Hammer, offers a blend of action, fantasy, and emotional depth. While the series is overall decent, its pacing is a notable drawback. Events often unfold too quickly, making it challenging to follow the storyline and keep track of what is happening.

Despite the rushed narrative, the anime delivers several emotionally impactful scenes that stand out. These moments provide depth and resonance, giving viewers a chance to connect with the characters on a more profound level. The character development, although sometimes overshadowed by the fast pace, is well-crafted, with each character bringing a unique story and personality ... to the table.

The animation quality is solid, featuring a distinctive art style that suits the fantastical elements of the plot. Action scenes are well-executed, though there are occasional dips in animation quality. The use of CGI is minimal and generally well-blended with the traditional animation.

Overall, Hoshi no Samidare is a series worth watching, particularly for those who enjoy a mix of action and emotional storytelling. While it has its flaws, the anime manages to leave a lasting impression through its heartfelt moments. It's a solid 7/10.

Personal Opinion:
Personally, I found Hoshi no Samidare to be an engaging experience despite its pacing issues. The emotional scenes truly resonated with me, adding a layer of sincerity to the otherwise fast-paced action. While it may not be a perfect series, it has a charm that makes it memorable. If you can overlook the rapid storytelling, there's a lot to appreciate in this anime.

Reviewer’s Rating: 7

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Feb 28, 2023

Benx2019

Not Recommended

Yep, 6/10 so a D. Almost failing, but the soundtrack and general story line were actually very good. The animation, pacing, and overall implementation were not good. The animation was especially bad, the pacing ruined some otherwise impactful moments, and the generally bad direction further caused the anime to be one I wouldn't recommend, but not one I hate everything about. The bones were there, I haven't read the manga, but I had already heard the name Lucifer and the Biscut Hammer before. That and the especially scathing reviews leads me to believe that the manga is worth your time. This however is probably not, ... that is unless you're really bored. There are worse anime, but those don't usually have the bones of a near masterpiece.

Reviewer’s Rating: 6

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