Aquarion: Wings of the Sun Review: What is the new appeal of the Aquarion series?

The appeal and evaluation of Aquarion: Wings of the Sun

"Aquarion: Wings of the Sun" is an original animation video (OVA) work of the Aquarion series directed by Shoji Kawamori, and was released on May 25, 2007. This work, which is a single 50-minute episode and released by Media Factory, is an important work that depicts a new development in the Aquarion series. Below, we will explain in detail the story, characters, production background, music, and recommended points for viewers of this work.

story

The story of "Aquarion: Wings of the Sun" revolves around the themes of betrayal and awakening. After 12,000 years, the wild child Apollo awakens and fights alongside the soul of Apollonius, the Tenba, and the true mechanical angel Aquarion. Apollo, who belongs to the Earth Defense Organization "Diva," feels uncomfortable with the other members due to his rude behavior, which is different from the legendary hero Apollonius. However, the bond between the Diva members is in danger of breaking down due to the temptation of Touma, the commander of the Fallen Tenba. Wounded by the sword of betrayal, Apollo pursues Sylvia, despite his suspicions. The Vector Machine reacts to the intense emotional turmoil and transforms into the beast inside of the man, and the battle between the Tenba and the humans intensifies. All the keys are gathered in the "Star-Creating Fusion," and the fate of the Earth will be put to the test.

character

The protagonist of this work, Apollo, is a boy with a wild instinct and an excellent sense of smell, and is presumed to be the reincarnation of Apollonius. Silvia de Alicia is the princess of the former Alicia Kingdom who belongs to the special agency "DIVA" and has the ability of psychokinesis. Pierre Vieira is a playboy, and Kou Reika is a girl with high combat abilities and a mastery of Chinese martial arts. Lina Run is a blind prophet, Tsugumi Rosenmeyer is a girl who is good at repairing machines, Jun Lee is a genius hacker with telephotography, and Kurt and Chloe Couric are twin siblings who are telepathic. Fudo GEN is the mysterious commander of DIVA, and Sophia Blanc and Jean Jerome Georges are important members of DIVA. Touma, a Fallen Angel, is a front-line commander who is gathering prana and plotting the birth of a new "god", Apollonius is the Fallen Angel's strongest guardian angel, Celian is a human female warrior who fought in the Atlandia War, and Skorpios is a human youth who betrayed Apollonius. The drama woven by these characters enhances the appeal of this work.

Background

"Genesis of Aquarion: Wings of the Sun" is a new OVA based on the setting of the TV anime "Genesis of Aquarion." Under the direction of Kawamori Shoji, animation was produced by Satelight and produced by Project AQUARION. The original work was written by Kawamori Shoji and Satelight, the series composition and script were handled by Ohnogi Hiroshi and Kawamori Shoji, character design was by Fujikawa Futoshi, and mechanical design was by Takakura Takeshi. Music was handled by Kanno Yoko and Hokari Hisaaki, and sound direction was by Mima Masafumi. These staff members worked together to create the world view and story of this work.

music

The music for this film was composed by Yoko Kanno and Hisaaki Hokari, and the theme songs "Sousai" and "Genesis of Aquarion" are sung by AKINO from bless4. Yoko Kanno's unique melody and AKINO's powerful singing voice add to the dramatic development of this film. "Sousai" in particular is an emotional song that matches the theme of betrayal and awakening, and will strike a strong chord with viewers.

Evaluation and recommendation points

"Aquarion: Wings of the Sun" is a must-see for fans of the Aquarion series. The story delves deeply into themes of betrayal and awakening, depicting character growth and conflict. The relationship between Apollo and Sylvia in particular will captivate viewers. Director Shoji Kawamori's unique worldview and Satelight's beautiful animation also provide plenty of visual appeal. Yoko Kanno's music and AKINO's singing voice further enhance the film's emotional impact.

This is an important work that depicts a new development in the Aquarion series, and is highly recommended not only for fans of the series, but also for anime fans looking for a grand story and beautiful visuals. It is especially perfect for viewers who are interested in the theme of betrayal and awakening, and who enjoy character growth and conflict. It is also recommended for music fans who want to enjoy Yoko Kanno's music and AKINO's singing voice.

Related Titles

"Aquarion: Wings of the Sun" is part of the Aquarion series, and you can enjoy the world of the series more deeply by watching it together with the following related works.

• Genesis of Aquarion
• Aquarion: Wings of Betrayal
• Aquarion the Movie: Genesis Myth
• Aquarion the Movie: One-Shot Turnaround
• Aquarion EVOL
• Aquarion EVOL TV version first broadcast episodes 1 & 2 SP
• Aquarion EVOL Episode 26 Director's Cut
• Aquarion EVOL
• Aquarion Logos

By watching these films in order, you will gain a deeper understanding of the Aquarion series' epic story and character development.

Conclusion

"Aquarion: Wings of the Sun" is an important work that depicts a new development in the Aquarion series, with a story that delves deeply into the themes of betrayal and awakening, beautiful visuals, and emotional music. It is highly recommended not only for fans of the series, but also for anime fans who want to enjoy epic stories and character growth. I hope you will enjoy the world of the Aquarion series through this work.