The story is very shonen, but it has a strong adult feel to it. Not only does it require an education to fully understand it will make you a better physicist as well :). I'll admit I did find the first episode gave me a slight ting as preparation for the rest of the series, but it was easily made up for by the, well, the second episode. This show is not a simple story it uses complex ideas and follows a strong path. Easily one of the best written series I have seen.
I usually skip the art and sound sections because they are purely opinion, but i have to say that i found the art to be mind blowing. The best way i can explain it is a darker version of Gurren Laganns artistic style.
The characters were by far the best part of this show. I can't explain it, but i think you should trust me and see for yourself. DO IT
If you have looked at any of the other reviews I'm positive you have only heard good, that's because there is nothing bad to say about this show...well besides the fact that I spent 5 minutes on wikipedia every episode trying to understand some of the terminology. Other then that though nothing is wrong with it
