Story - 6
Well, the thing is, there is no actual story.
In the first episode, we are to introduced to the main character, Gabriel, who is graduating to become a full-fledged angel, and is apparently the top angel in their class. As a final test for all the future angels, they are to attend high school in the human world to closely observe humans. Many people placed their hopes and trust in Gabriel, telling her that they knew that she was going to go far and achieve a lot of heavenly things.
Eventually, Gabriel arrives at Earth as an angel in disguise, but when she gets exposed to the human entertainment that is video games, her personality does a full 180° turn. Instead of helping people out, she now spends her time locked up in her apartment playing video games. Instead of calling herself an angel, she now calls herself a "faillen" angel.
The anime tells the story of the wacky things that happens to Gabriel and her just as wacky companions in their everyday lives.
Art - 7
There's nothing special or unique about the art and animation in this anime, in my opinion. I mean, I haven't really seen anything amazing from Doga Kobo, the animation studio for this, yet. We've seen something like this before, so there really isn't anything to gush about. Although, it does successfully manage to set the tone for the show and deliver the message, "this is a comedy anime!" to the viewers loud and clear. The art and animation does its job, and that's most important.
Sound - 8
To be honest with you all, the only music I really paid attention to was the OP. I thought it was extremely charming in its own way. Go on and give the OP song a listen. What do you think about it? Yes, it's energetic. Yes, it's loud. But more importantly than that, it sounds like everyone singing is just having tons of fun. Heck, the lyrics make it seem like they aren't even singing at all! Read the English translation, it sounds like the four main characters are just having a normal conversation with each other. Honestly, I think this is genius and amazing. Sure, this may not be the first anime song to do this, but I really liked how did it in this OP.
The voice acting is great, really. A huge part of why the comedy works is the excellent voice acting. If it weren't for that, then I think that the comedy wouldn't have such a strong effect.
Characters - 9
The four main characters: Gabriel,Vigne, Raphiel, and Satania, are extremely lovable and really naturally funny.
You have Gabriel, the shut-in angel turned into "faillen" angel. Vigne, the demon in training that is more angelic than demonic. Raphiel, the angel who makes questionable decisions when it comes to having fun (most of which involve a certain "archdemon"). And Satania, the archdemon who is just a total airhead.
There isn't a single dull moment when these 4 are at the same place at the same time. The way they interact with each other is really entertaining, and, of course, funny. Call me immature if you don't appreciate this kind of humor, but I found everything really funny. I would constantly just smile and laugh like an idiot during every single episode.
Personal enjoyment - 10
I absolutely loved every single second I spent watching this show. All the jokes had me laughing out loud at every moment. I wish the anime never ended, sigh.
Overall - 9
If you're looking for a chill comedy anime to watch, then I recommend this show. You might like it, or you might not like it. It depends if the humor in this show is the kind of humor you actually like. It's a hit or miss kind of situation, really. I know people who thought the humor was too immature for their tastes. I just so happened to be the type who likes this kind of comedy. So, if you're anything like me, then you're sure to love this show just as much or even more than I do.
