Let's have a serious discussion; why is this series so disliked?

natsuyu_haruki said:
From the point of view of someone who knows close to nothing about this story's background or origins, I feel as though the anime is actually very enjoyable. The story is quite interesting (though the whole controlling girls narrative is a bit off-putting — very Black Bullet-esque), the character designs and concepts are lovely, the animation and art style are incredibly well done, and best of all, it has very good sound design.

I frankly don't understand why everyone says the direction isn't engaging at all; both the mundane and action-packed scenes are actually quite interesting.

And so, I must ask, why do you like or dislike this series? I'd like to hear (read) actual answers that discuss their own observations instead of the "it's absolute ass lmao," "it's just bad," and "what's there to like?" I keep seeing.

SSL443 said:
I've made several long posts about this in the episode threads. But probably the biggest reason is because a vaguely interesting premise was wasted on video game shit.

The idea of a "conductor" and a personified piece of music fighting in literal concert could be cool, if kind of goofy. But that isn't what happens in this show. Instead, the we get an angsty, overdramatic edgelord of a protagonist who puppeters an emotionless waifu to shoot and stab generic Darling in the Franxx monster ripoffs, with probably some of the most uninspired and unoriginal action directing I've seen in awhile.

I'm not sure how this animation or art is anywhere near "incredible." When you look past the facade of artistry, there is nothing of substance holding it up.

I mean, hey, good on you for liking what you like. I'm not going to pretend everything I like is "good" either. But I just see nothing redeeming about this show. It's mainly interesting because we have competent studios working on such a weak story.

AbelNhom said:
Because it’s popular. That’s all.

kriissyy12 said:
Because it's popular

natsuyu_haruki said:
Finally, a sensible response 😭 Your input is appreciated!

quamquamnumquam said:
i wouldn't call an airing show with a score of 8.02 "so disliked" lol

SSL443 said:


Not really. Most of the constructive criticism I've seen has all been in a similar vein, and makes logical sense. I've yet to see any unmotivated, widespread negative sentiment.


No problem.

kriissyy12 said:
Yes 'carried by animation' 'it's like Listeners and I didn't like that' are completely valid criticism 🙄

SSL443 said:

It's more or less universally agreed that the animation is the best quality of this show, so not sure what you're trying to argue there. And I'm pretty sure drawing comparisons with other shows is valid criticism.

quamquamnumquam said:
i wouldn't call an airing show with a score of 8.02 "so disliked" lol

kriissyy12 said:
Are you actually going to discuss why you don't like the show or are you just going to give silly replies?

SSL443 said:

Now I know you're trolling.

kriissyy12 said:

Trolling? I'm looking for a discussion, you're not apparently.

SSL443 said:

Let's discuss it, then. Where would you like to start?

kriissyy12 said:
I already asked you to explain what you didn't like about the show

SSL443 said:

Have you tried reading the thread, or my post history? I can wait.

kriissyy12 said:
Again with the silly replies

SSL443 said:
I've made several long posts about this in the episode threads. But probably the biggest reason is because a vaguely interesting premise was wasted on video game shit.

The idea of a "conductor" and a personified piece of music fighting in literal concert could be cool, if kind of goofy. But that isn't what happens in this show. Instead, the we get an angsty, overdramatic edgelord of a protagonist who puppeters an emotionless waifu to shoot and stab generic Darling in the Franxx monster ripoffs, with probably some of the most uninspired and unoriginal action directing I've seen in awhile.

I'm not sure how this animation or art is anywhere near "incredible." When you look past the facade of artistry, there is nothing of substance holding it up.

I mean, hey, good on you for liking what you like. I'm not going to pretend everything I like is "good" either. But I just see nothing redeeming about this show. It's mainly interesting because we have competent studios working on such a weak story.

kriissyy12 said:


Again with the silly replies

kriissyy12 said:


Again with the silly replies

natsuyu_haruki said:
From the point of view of someone who knows close to nothing about this story's background or origins, I feel as though the anime is actually very enjoyable. The story is quite interesting (though the whole controlling girls narrative is a bit off-putting — very Black Bullet-esque), the character designs and concepts are lovely, the animation and art style are incredibly well done, and best of all, it has very good sound design.

I frankly don't understand why everyone says the direction isn't engaging at all; both the mundane and action-packed scenes are actually quite interesting.

And so, I must ask, why do you like or dislike this series? I'd like to hear (read) actual answers that discuss their own observations instead of the "it's absolute ass lmao," "it's just bad," and "what's there to like?" I keep seeing.

darrenkbenn said:

Read this @kriissyy12. Should everything spoon fed to you? if you think that this isn't valid criticism then you're probably a 7 yr old behind the keyboard.

e5812 said:
you must be either really stupid r a blind fanboy to ignore the previous reply and acting like he never gave constructive criticis, hopefully one day you'll stop being 10 years old

kriissyy12 said:
If you can't present an actual argument to why the show is bad then I don't care.

SSL443 said:

You don't care even when someone does present an argument.

kriissyy12 said:
would change nothing about the previous statement, you are still acting rather stupid, acting like the other guy didn't give any criticism while he clearly tld you where to find it and than calling his replys silly, anyone that say the only reason something is hated its because its popular is alredy stupid in my book anyway

Fanboy over an anime original? I gave the show an 8 which isn't even the highest score I've given to a show this season, I'm more fanboying over Tsuki to Laika honestly.

If you can't present an actual argument to why the show is bad then I don't care. The show is a solid 8/10, it's not AOTS level, but not every show has to be to be good. The animation is probably the best of the season, the story is interesting enough, the characters are likeable. If you don't like it, don't watch it. I'm not sure why everyone is running to MAL, to seek validation for their opinion.

kriissyy12 said:


Fanboy over an anime original? I gave the show an 8 which isn't even the highest score I've given to a show this season, I'm more fanboying over Tsuki to Laika honestly.

If you can't present an actual argument to why the show is bad then I don't care. The show is a solid 8/10, it's not AOTS level, but not every show has to be to be good. The animation is probably the best of the season, the story is interesting enough, the characters are likeable. If you don't like it, don't watch it. I'm not sure why everyone is running to MAL, to seek validation for their opinion.

e5812 said:
except that they presented an argument and todl you were to find it and you just ignored it and acted like he didnt which is the reason for my assumptions, here was nother option other than fanboy maybe that checks out who knows

SSL443 said:
I've made several long posts about this in the episode threads. But probably the biggest reason is because a vaguely interesting premise was wasted on video game shit.

The idea of a "conductor" and a personified piece of music fighting in literal concert could be cool, if kind of goofy. But that isn't what happens in this show. Instead, the we get an angsty, overdramatic edgelord of a protagonist who puppeters an emotionless waifu to shoot and stab generic Darling in the Franxx monster ripoffs, with probably some of the most uninspired and unoriginal action directing I've seen in awhile.

I'm not sure how this animation or art is anywhere near "incredible." When you look past the facade of artistry, there is nothing of substance holding it up.

I mean, hey, good on you for liking what you like. I'm not going to pretend everything I like is "good" either. But I just see nothing redeeming about this show. It's mainly interesting because we have competent studios working on such a weak story.

kriissyy12 said:


I've actually replied to your comment, but you'll have to search my post history to find it.

e5812 said:
it was literally at the start of the thread and another usr alredy quoted it to youstop being a kid and try to provide a coutner argument

kriissyy12 said:


The he should have quoted it when he replied to me

kriissyy12 said:


No one has presented one????

XAWAD said:


This guy(@SSL443) literally posted in the #5 comment what he didn't like about the show. Can't you even bother to navigate through the thread to find the original comment or what?

This ain't twitter. People are here to "discuss" about anime stuff and not flood a thread with generic one line retorts.

darrenkbenn said:
Because
>the writing is bad(I don't have the energy to explain why)
>the characters are generic
>the plot even though unique, execution is pretty bad
>Fight animations are good but due to the writing being bad the fights doesn't intrigue you as much as its supposed to do.

I can't be the only one who is tired of these takt threads. You enjoy the series? Great. You need reasons why people hate the series? Go read previous threads.

HD90 said:
this original anime is only episode 4, just be patient and enjoy it first, I'm surprised that many hate it even though the anime isn't even half running yet.. writing a long stupid review lol that's very funny.. lol lol

darrenkbenn said:
Because
>the writing is bad(I don't have the energy to explain why)
>the characters are generic
>the plot even though unique, execution is pretty bad
>Fight animations are good but due to the writing being bad the fights doesn't intrigue you as much as its supposed to do.

I can't be the only one who is tired of these takt threads. You enjoy the series? Great. You need reasons why people hate the series? Go read previous threads.