The appeal and reviews of "ALIEN X from A Space": The new adventure of the four witch club members

The appeal and evaluation of "AlienX from Akuma-kan"

The OVA "Alien-X from Akuma-kan", released by Bandai on July 28, 1987, is an original anime work produced by Studio Pierrot. This work is a 45-minute episode that is self-contained, and depicts the exploits of the four members of the Witch Club. Below, we will introduce in detail the appeal, evaluation, and recommended points of this work.

Overview

"Alien X from Akuukan" is a story about the four members of the Witch Club fighting against Alien X, who came from another dimension called "A-Space". This work, released in the form of an OVA, holds a special place in the hearts of 1980s anime fans. Below is a summary of the basic information about the work.

■ Public Media

OVA

■ Original Media

Anime Original

■ Release date

July 28, 1987

■Release and sales

・Publisher: Bandai

■Frequencies

45 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■ Production

・Produced by Studio Pierrot

story

The story begins when the four members of the Witch Club are living their peaceful daily lives when suddenly Alien X appears from another dimension, "A-Space." Alien X is a powerful enemy that has come to invade Earth, and the four girls must face the threat. Using their own magic, they work together to defeat Alien X.

Although the story is simple, it is full of tension as it depicts the friendship and growth of the foursome, as well as the battle with Alien X. In particular, the climax battle scene is a highlight of Studio Pierrot's high level of animation technique.

character

The four members of the Witch Club are characters with different personalities and magic. Below are the main characters.

• Leader : The leader of the four, she has calm judgment and powerful magic. Her leadership plays an important role in uniting the team.
• Cheerful Girl : A bright and energetic girl who inspires her allies. Her magic has high offensive power and is useful in the battle against Alien X.
• Knowledgeable : She is knowledgeable and uses various information to devise strategies. Her magic has high defensive power and she plays a role in protecting her allies.
• Fashionable : She is fashionable and has a penchant for fashion. Her magic has the power to transform and create illusions, which contributes to her tactical side.

Alien X is depicted as a ruthless and powerful enemy, and his design and movements have a distinctive 1980s anime feel to them.

Animation and Music

The animation by Studio Pierrot is characterized by beautiful visuals that make full use of the technology of the time. The battle scenes in particular feature realistic depictions of the magic effects and the movements of the Alien X. The backgrounds and character designs also have the charm of 1980s anime.

Music is an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the OVA. The opening and ending themes are catchy songs that reflect the trends of the time and capture the hearts of viewers. BGM is also used effectively to match battle scenes and moving scenes, improving the quality of the work as a whole.

Rating and Recommended Points

"AlienX from Akuma-kan" is a work that brings back memories for 1980s anime fans, but is also full of elements that modern anime fans can enjoy. Below is a summary of the evaluation and recommended points.

• Tension in the story : The simple yet tense storyline has the power to draw the viewer in. The climax battle scene is particularly worth watching.
• The appeal of the characters : The four members of the Witch Club are loved by viewers for their unique personalities. The portrayal of their friendship and growth adds depth to the work.
• Animation quality : Studio Pierrot's high level of animation technique shines through in this work. The visuals in the battle scenes in particular are beautiful, making full use of the technology available at the time.
• Musical appeal : The opening theme, ending theme, and background music enhance the atmosphere of the work. Another attraction is being able to enjoy music from the 1980s.

Related works and recommendations

If you enjoyed "Alien-X from Akuma-kan," we also recommend the following related works. These works are also OVAs produced by Studio Pierrot, and you can enjoy stories themed around little witches and alternate dimensions.

• "Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha" : A work depicting the battles of magical girls, with beautiful animation and a moving story.
• Sailor Moon : Like the Magical Girls Club Quartet, this is a story about the exploits of girls who use magic. It also shares themes of friendship and growth.
• Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water : An adventure story set in another dimension or world, this is a work that showcases Studio Pierrot's technical capabilities.

summary

"Alien X from Akuma-kan" is a work that will bring back memories for 1980s anime fans, but is also full of elements that modern anime fans can enjoy. The exploits of the four members of the Witch Club, the tense battle with Alien X, and Studio Pierrot's beautiful animation and music are all attractive in this work. Please use this work as an opportunity to enjoy related works.