It was interesting to see what an early 2000s 2 cour series version of a strange old sci fi idea was like.
I think the MC's misfortunes like experiencing the death of his brother twice, especially the way they did his ACTUAL death, was just ridiculous.
I think the Captain who hates him is ridiculous. His father and brother served and died so you dislike him for assuming he wants sympathy or something? Seems kind of weird. I guess he's just meant to be a cynical pig-headed guy or something.
Anyway yup not very good writing.
