Review of Angelique: The Awakening of the Heart: A moving story and fascinating characters

Angelique in Love: When the Heart Awakens - Review and Recommendation

"Angelique: The Awakening of the Heart" is the first TV animation based on Koei's popular game series "Angelique". It was broadcast from July 8 to September 30, 2006, and was available on TOKYO MX, UHF, and Kids Station. The story follows Enju, a 17-year-old girl who is chosen as the "Legendary Etoile" and embarks on a journey to save the universe. Below, we will introduce detailed information, reviews, and recommendations for this work.

story

A world where one queen rules over one universe. It is said that at the center of the universe is the "Holy Land" where the queen resides, and there are also nine god-like men called "Guardian Saints" who serve the queen. Two universes appear in this story. The mature, prosperous and peaceful "Divine Bird Universe" is protected by the queen and her guardian saints. And the fledgling "Holy Beast Universe". As of now, there is no guardian saint and the queen is supporting it alone. And now, a terrible crisis is creeping up on the "Holy Beast Universe"...

One day, a 17-year-old girl, Enju, is suddenly chosen to be the "Legendary Etoile" who will save the universe. For Enju, who is always alone and believes that she has no special talents, the sacred place and guardian saints who welcome her are too dazzling. Enju is confused by her big mission... Supported by the nine guardian saints, she begins her journey to find a new self.

Commentary

"Angelique: The Angel of Love" is the first TV animation work of the popular game "Angelique" series. This work faithfully reproduces the world view of the original game while bringing out new charms that only animation can have. In particular, the growth of the main character Enju and her bond with the guardian saints are depicted, deeply moving viewers.

cast

・Enju/Yoko Honna・Julius/Sho Hayami・Clavis/Hideyuki Tanaka・Randy/Nobutoshi Kanna・Lumiere/Nobuo Tobita・Oscar/Kenyu Horiuchi・Marcel/Hiro Yuki・Zephyr/Mitsuo Iwata・Olivier/Takehito Koyasu・Leva/Toshihiko Seki・Alios/Ken Narita・Queen of the Divine Birds/Yuri Shiratori・Rosalia/Kotono Mitsuishi・Queen of the Sacred Beasts/Yoko Asada・Rachel/Miki Nagasawa・Previous Queen of the Divine Birds/Masako Katsuki・Ernst/Toshiyuki Morikawa・Mel/Yumi Touma

Main Staff

・Original work: Koei・Supervision: Ruby Party・Director: Kudo Susumu・Series composition: Shimada Mitsuru・Character design: Yura Kairi・Animation character design and chief animation director: Tominaga Mari・Art director: Sakakieda Toshiyuki・Color design: Shinji Nanae・Director of photography: Ueda Maki・Editing: Uchida Megumi・Music: Nanase Hikaru・Music producer: Ito Yoshiyuki・Sound director: Kikuta Hiromi・Producers: Matsushita Mami, Yoshinuma Shinobu, Sakurai Yuka, Murakami Kaoru, Sato Michiaki・Animation production: Satelight・Production: Angélique Production Committee (Koei, Kids Station, Media Factory, Satelight, Lantis)

Main Characters

●The main character, Enju, is a lonely 17-year-old girl who has never known love. One day, she is suddenly chosen as the "Legendary Etoile" who will save the universe, and her dreamlike days begin in the holy land where the guardian saints live.

Julius, the Divine Bird Patron Saint of Space and Light, is a noble soul and a fiercely loyal patron saint to the Queen. He hides a burning passion behind his stern eyes.
・Clavis, Patron Saint of Darkness A solitary figure with a mysterious aura that keeps others away. Every word that comes out of his silent lips carries weight.
・Wind Patron Saint Randy A good-looking young man with a refreshing smile and an all-around athletic ability. He can't stand to see people in trouble, and he puts all his effort into everything he does.
・Lumiere, the patron saint of water A young man with a soothing smile who loves music and painting. He doesn't like conflicts, but has inner strength.
・Guardian Saint of Flame A knight loyal to Queen Oscar, he is also the Holy Land's number one playboy. He is skilled with the sword and is a confident man who is well aware of his own strength and charm.
・The Patron Saint of Greenery The youngest Patron Saint of Marcel. A kind-hearted boy who loves flowers and animals. He is trying to get rid of his spoiled self and become an adult.
・Guardian Saint of Steel A boy who cannot get used to being the guardian saint of Zepher and rebels in many ways. He is skillful with his hands and likes tinkering with machines. He has a pure and innocent heart.
Olivier, the Patron Saint of Dreams. A seeker of beauty who enjoys life freely and at his own pace. He is also an adult who can read the subtleties of people's hearts.
・Patron Saint Luva of the Earth A wise man of the Holy Land, he spends his days buried in books. He is gentle and good at getting along with people, but he is loved by everyone.
- Royal Academy Chief Researcher Ernst A young researcher who supports the Holy Land through his work. He is intelligent and calm, but not good at socializing.
・Fortune Teller A young man from the Mel Fire Dragon tribe. A fortune teller with mystical powers. He is a sensitive and easily hurt boy who does his best.
・The Queen of the Divine Birds The queen who rules over the mature and rich universe, the "Divine Bird Universe." She is cheerful, energetic, and possesses unconventional power.
・Assistant to the Queen of the Divine Birds: Rosalia She is at the side of the Queen of the Divine Birds and manages the affairs of the Holy Land. She is a smart and intelligent older sister you can rely on.

● Sacred Beast Universe - Queen of the Sacred Beasts The queen who rules over the newborn infant universe, "Sacred Beast Universe." She combines gentle compassion with strong will. She currently sleeps in the palace of the Holy Land, supporting the universe with just her spirit.
・The Mysterious Young Man A mysterious young man who sometimes appears in the sacred land of the Sacred Beast Arios. He is unsociable but has a down-to-earth personality and can be honest with you.

subtitle

・Episode 1: The Legendary Etoile (2006/07/08)
Episode 2: First visit to the Holy Land (2006/07/15)
Episode 3: Sacred Sacria (2006/07/22)
・Episode 4: A Little Bud (2006/07/29)
Episode 5: Memories of Darkness (2006/08/05)
Episode 6: Holiday in the Holy Land (2006/08/12)
Episode 7: Fountain of Life (2006/08/19)
Episode 8: The Great Miracle (2006/08/26)
・Episode 9: The Ice Door (2006/09/02)
Episode 10: Wavering Feelings (2006/09/09)
Episode 11: Two Loves (2006/09/16)
・Episode 12: In the midst of wandering (2006/09/23)
Episode 13: Showdown (September 30, 2006)

Related Titles

・Angelique, the Angel of Love: A Bright Tomorrow

Theme songs and music

・OP1
・Infinite Love
Lyrics: Kisho Taniyama; Composition: Masaaki Iizuka; Arrangement: Masaaki Iizuka; Singer: GRANRODEO

・ED1
・Dearest You
Lyrics: Yukie Ozaki; Music: Masaaki Iizuka; Arrangement: Masaaki Iizuka; Singer: 2HEARTS

review

"Angelique: The Angel of Love" is a long-awaited anime adaptation for fans of the original game, and is a fascinating story for new viewers as well. In particular, the story depicts the growth of the main character, Enju, and her bond with the guardian saints, deeply touching viewers.

Enju is a girl who lacks self-confidence and feels lonely. However, when she is chosen as the "Legendary Etoile," her life changes dramatically. Through her life in the Holy Land, her interactions with the guardian saints, and overcoming trials, Enju discovers her own value and grows. This process of growth is very realistic and resonates with viewers.

The characters of the guardian saints are also fascinating. Each has a different personality, and the way they support Enju is impressive. In particular, the charm of each character, such as Julius' strictness and passion, Clavis's solitary nature and deep insight, and Randy's cheerfulness and all-out attitude, enrich the story.

The animation quality is also high, with beautiful backgrounds and character designs that are visually pleasing. In particular, the depiction of the sacred site and the scenes that give a sense of the vastness of the universe are stunning. The music is also an important element in adding excitement to the story, with the opening theme "Infinite Love" and ending theme "Dearest You" really touching the hearts of viewers.

Overall, "Angelique: The Awakening of the Heart" is a work that can be recommended not only to fans of the original game, but also to those who like fantasy and coming-of-age stories. This story, which depicts Enju's growth and her bond with the guardian saints, will surely inspire and inspire viewers.

Recommendation

Below are some recommendations for enjoying "Angelique: The Heart's Awakening."

1. **Play the original game**: To get a deeper understanding of the anime, we recommend that you play the original game series "Angelique". In the game, you can learn detailed storylines and character backgrounds that are not depicted in the anime.

2. **Watch related works**: You can get a deeper understanding of the world of the series by watching related works such as "Angelique: The Brilliant Tomorrow," which depict the further adventures of Enju and the guardian saints.

3. **Purchase the soundtrack**: Anime music, such as the OP "Infinite Love" and the ED "Dearest You", is an important element that adds excitement to the story. You can purchase the soundtrack and enjoy it in your daily life.

4. **Joining fan communities**: By joining fan communities for anime and games, you can exchange information and share your thoughts with other fans. Online communities are particularly popular for discussions and sharing of fan art.

5. **Collecting Character Goods**: Collecting character goods of Enju and the guardian saints will deepen your attachment to the work. Various goods such as figurines, key chains, and posters are on sale.

As mentioned above, "Angelique: The Awakening of the Heart" is a work that can be enjoyed not only by fans of the original game, but also by new viewers. This story, which depicts Enju's growth and her bond with the guardian saints, will surely inspire and inspire viewers. Please watch this work and experience its charm.