And historians will call them...
- close friends
- besties
- roommates
- colleagues
Animation / Art / General Visuals - 8/10
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The show boasts fairly standard visuals. The art is in line with modern anime, while animations are good enough to give us some eye candy, while still showcasing fairly obvious shortcuts. As a whole, it doesn't assault the eyes and is enjoyable enough.
Sound / Music / Voice Acting - 8/10
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Again, fairly standard anime stuff. Nothing crazy, but nothing to bother you either. The music is even pretty good, and kicks in with just the right tunes at the right times.
Story - 7/10
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There is nothing particularly noteworthy about this Fantasy story. The same old "evil, greedy nobles" are up to no good, and there's an ever widening social class gap between the nobles and commoners. An issue our protagonists are trying to solve, but which as expected is not an easy task.
We get some minor twists and turns here and there, but all in all, the story is quite predictable and doesn't try to do anything really unique. Though the cliches are well enough done that they're enjoyable, even if they don't quite get the heart pumping or anything.
Characters - 8/10
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The story focuses heavily around dual female protagonists with very obvious Yuri undertones. The romance is clear as day, though it takes a while to fully blossom.
Anis is clearly the best character in the show, with an extremely strong and unique personality. She has a dream and an unshakable will to follow it. Yet finds plenty of room in her heart for love, friendship and duty. An idealist, but a fairly rational one.
Euphie takes a while to find her feet, but by the end, she's every bit of a match for Anis, and the duo find empowerment with each-other.
Supporting cast isn't particularly noteworthy as the short runtime doesn't give too much time to develop them, but there are a few stand-outs, like a similar minded gloomy research partner of Anis, who brings an equally unique personality to the table. As well as the Princess's maid, who isn't just a mindless servant, but a true friend.
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Total - 8/10
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Tensei Oujo to Tensai Reijou no Mahou Kakumei is a very solid, wholesome Fantasy anime with light Yuri action. The latter also sets it apart from most similar shows that flood the market on a regular basis, so it makes for a nice change of pace. More competent women are always fun to watch!
