Story: 10/10
Then there are the characters. Our leads are a female rabbit, Doki, and a male cat, Nabi. When the first meet, Nabi is against the idea of challenging society but eventually gives in. After several dates, he starts to fall in love with her. During the rising action, Nabi is becoming overwhelmed from the fighting between protesters and supporters, but Doki stays strong. In the end, they fall back in love. Their perseverance through their trials, errors, and successes is heartwarming. That’s not to exclude the side characters. There isn’t much to say about them as they aren’t the main focus, but the few distinct characters within are very supportive of the relationship and cause making them likable. There isn’t much to say about character except for there is strong development (better than some anime).
Characters: 10/10
The only thing to talk about for sound is the music and that does not disappoint. Each song fits the tone of the accompanying episode. The songs I liked the most were in episodes 1 and 4 (as well as the story points in those episodes). Episode four especially conveys the distressing atmosphere of the war between the protesters and the supporters and the relationship of Doki and Nabi stuck in the center of it all.
Music: 10/10
The animation is done with flash, but it fits the short in a sense. It has an innocent appearance which, I feel, further appeals the powerful message within. It’s nothing noteworthy, but it’s cute.
Animation: 9/10
Overall, it is a phenomenal piece of art with good music, likable characters and story, and a beautiful and powerful message: all love should be accepted.
Overall: 10/10
Do I recommend it? Yes, yes I do. I don’t care how old you are, take 20 minutes to sit down and watch this ONA. It can be found on YouTube.
