Story:
The story is straight forward. It's about a group of pro wrestlers by the name of The Pretty Four, who enter a tournament to be the best.
The plot is easy to follow. The girls fight their opponents, and in some episodes face deeper dilemmas. It's nothing ground breaking, or complex, but it is entertaining, and something light to watch.
There is one episode that strikes me as out there (I just didn't think it fit with the rest of the series), but the other twelve are good.
The pacing is pretty fast. I would have liked a little more depth, and more build up, but that's just my personal tastes.
I like that what little romance is present takes a back seat to the main story. There are a few hints that a character might like another, but it's never expanded upon. The only time that actually happens is used more for plot and character development.
Characters:
There is some decent characterization in this anime (not as good as some other titles, but decent).
The title character Miku is likable. She is not perfect, nor is she annoying, and she has some character growth throughout the series. Ginko has some good character development, making her one of the more interesting cast members. However the other two of The Pretty Four -Nana and Sayaka- are pretty forgettable.
Yoko serves a strong and respectable antagonist. Her father, however, comes across as two-dimensional-I still don't understand his motives.
Still, the character I find to be the most developed of the bunch is the coach, Eiichi. I find him to have the greatest depth, an interesting backstory, and a believable personality.
Art:
I found the art to be decent. It was standard for its time, but it may not hold up to the art of today's anime.
I do like the use of color.
The action scenes are fast-paced and fun to watch.
The art is nothing spectacular, but it serves its purpose.
Sound:
The opening song is catchy. It's light-hearted and upbeat, perfectly matching the show itself. The ending song is also rather enjoyable. There is also a song that the girls sing (yes, they are singers in addition to wrestlers), and I think it's a cute song.
The voice acting (at least with the English dub) is average for some characters and less than impressive with others. I wasn't blown away by voice talent with this one.
Enjoyment:
I did enjoy this series. It is fun, it's easy to understand. For the most part, the main characters are likable. There is some good comedy thrown in to keep it from being a serious drama. There are plenty of cheesy moments as well, but I think that adds to its charm. Mostly, it kept my interest, and I was curious to find out what would happen next.
Conclusion:
I like the anime, and I'm glad that I stumbled upon it while looking for something else. There is action, drama, and a good bit of comedy. Some parts are corny, but in a good way. If you want something that is fun and easy to watch, I recommend this one.
