Reviews

Ergo Proxy is a meticulously orchestrated puzzle and it’s hard to predict what will happen next. The mystery is interesting and the show doesn’t spoon feed you the answers. It’s one of a kind and one of my favorites. The atmosphere is amazing and immersive, from the music to the characters designs to the dark scenery. The dark and barren landscapes convey the pervasive metaphorical and existential darkness. I like its message of facing reality, pursuing the truth, and following your own meaning of existence instead of being someone else’s proxy.

I love all the characters and think they are complex and fascinating, from the primary ones to even the minor ones. There aren’t really any characters I would consider a villain; everyone has their personal intentions and struggles.

Re-L is one of my favorite female characters- she’s strong, clever, fiercely independent, and she’s not afraid to question what she’s told. Vincent Law is also a memorable character. His character development is executed well. Vincent and Re-L are one of my favorite ships. I usually dislike romance in primarily non-romance shows because they tend to feel superfluous and shoehorned in, but their relationship is done so well. It’s built up gradually and I honestly wanted to see more. I really wish there was a second season.

When I finished the series for the first time, I could not stop thinking about it. I immediately wanted to rewatch it in order to pick up all the foreshadowing and clues I missed. The OP is great and its lyrics tie in with the events of the show, however it’s not apparent until you reach the end of the series. Paranoid Android is the perfect ED for Ergo Proxy. The rest of the songs on the album, “OK Computer”, fit the show as well and I consider it an unofficial soundtrack. The songs are atmospheric and contain some overlapping themes with Ergo Proxy.