Story:
Well everyone pack your bags because we're going on a feel trip!
The story is centered in a fantasy world where the sea just about the most important thing. Everyone comes from the sea and those who still live in it worship the sea God, as do those on the land, but not as greatly. The story is deeply driven by the characters. Personally, I love these types of stories. This anime was an emotional roller coaster for me, which I haven't experience anything similar to it, since I've watched Clannad and Anohana or anything similar. One last thing, if you think love triangles are insane, you're in for a treat! I won't say anything else about it or else I'd consider it a spoiler, but you'll realize it if you go ahead and just watch this work of art.
Characters and Art:
I'm just going to mix these two categories together since I don't have too much to say about the art. The art was amazing, they did not get lazy on the detail. I am a big stickler for art, yet I don't really know how to describe haha. Well onto the characters, at first I though they weren't anything special, the hot headed hero and the childish girl, okay maybe I didn't think it that lowly, but bear with me. Hikari, Manaka, and the rest of the cast proved to be very likeable characters. Oh did I mention? The cast was HUGE! Maybe not as insane as some people would picture it, but it was a pretty good size. For the most part, the main characters had each developed in their own way, for the better.
Sound:
The opening and ending songs had really fit the bill in this anime. I didn't really find them too special, but that could just me. Don't get me wrong, they were fantastic, but they did not stick out too much for me.
Enjoyment:
I'm sure you couldn't have guessed by my high scores and praise, that I love this anime!
Overall:
This anime had everything for me, but though it was really good for me, I definitely don't think this anime is for everyone. I do recommend for anyone looking for a deep story and character development to pick up this anime. Don't just watch the first couple of episodes and decide if you'll watch it or not, give it some time and you'll be sucked into the series just like was. Well, that was my first review, thanks for reading!
