The design of the mecha is what makes Gasaraki interesting, but these distinct designs can only just make up for the general lack of action in the series overall. Character development is also fairly weak, but seceral characters are forced to make difficult decisions, which adds to the dramatic elements of the series overall.
Gasaraki is also among the more ethnocentric series available on DVD in the US. Noh drama, and the early history of Japan both are key plot points, but most anime fans may not 'get it' because of the general obsurity of these narrative elements.
an interesting curio, but only demends space on the shelf of a dedicated mecha fan.
