Air Gear: Black Wings and the Sleeping Forest -Break on the Sky- Review: A thrilling and profound story that breaks the sky

Air Gear: Black Feathers and Sleeping Forest -Break on the Sky- - Comprehensive Review and Recommendation

Overview

Air Gear: Black Wings and the Sleeping Forest -Break on the Sky- is an OVA based on the popular manga Air Gear by Ohgure Ito. Released on November 17, 2010, the three-part series was produced by Satelight and directed by Ishihara Shinji. The story begins in a time when all the roads, all the kings, and all the regalia once stood at the top of Tropaion Tower, and unfolds against the backdrop of a legend that the eight roads and eight kings will once again come together to bring down the legendary King of the Sky.

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Ratings and Recommendations

"Air Gear: Black Wings and the Sleeping Forest -Break on the Sky-" is a work that maximizes the appeal of the original work while digging deeper into it in the form of an OVA. Below, I will go into detail about the story, characters, visuals, music, and my overall evaluation and recommendation.

story

The story of this series condenses the essence of the original work while developing it from a new perspective. It focuses on the battle for the legendary King of the Sky and Ikki's growth. In particular, the conflict between Genesis and Sleeping Forest, and Ikki's decision, form the core of the story and have the power to draw viewers in. In a short three-episode series, it is praised for carefully depicting the inner lives and relationships of the characters while maintaining a sense of tension and speed.

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The appeal of the characters is a major strength of this work. In particular, the main character Ikki is a street fighting expert, but his realistic portrayal of him content with his E-class rank is relatable. Additionally, his relationship with his childhood friend Ringo and the complex emotional entanglement with Simka are depicted in depth, leaving a strong impression on the viewer. The supporting characters are also unique, and the humorous portrayals of Onigiri and Butcha in particular provide light-heartedness and laughter to the story.

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The video produced by Satelight faithfully reproduces the worldview of the original work, while providing visual enjoyment with the high-quality drawings and movements that are unique to OVAs. The AT battle scenes in particular have a strong sense of speed and power, which will excite the viewer. The character designs and background art are also beautiful, helping to liven up the atmosphere of the story.

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Music is also an important element in enhancing the appeal of this work. While the background music enhances the tension of the battle scenes, the scenes depicting the characters' feelings use emotional melodies, adding depth to the story. The opening and ending songs in particular have powerful melodies that symbolize the theme of the work and stay in the viewers' minds.

Overall rating and recommendation

"Air Gear: Black Wings and Sleeping Forest -Break on the Sky-" is a work that can be recommended not only to fans of the original work, but to all viewers who love action and youth stories. The story development, character appeal, visual beauty, and music quality are all put together at a high level, making it a work that makes the most of the OVA format. It is especially recommended for those who want to enjoy the AT battle scenes and character growth. In addition, the story background and character relationships are carefully depicted so that even those who are unfamiliar with the original work can enjoy it, making it a friendly work for first-time viewers.

Additional Information and Recommended Content

Below you'll find additional information and recommended content to help you enjoy the game even more.

Original manga

"Air Gear" is a popular manga by Ohgure Ito, a long work consisting of 37 volumes. By reading the original work, you can learn the backstories of the characters that are not depicted in the OVA and a more detailed world view. In particular, the growth process of Ikki and Ringo, as well as their battles with other teams, are depicted in detail, which will help you understand the OVA more deeply.

Related Titles

As well as "Air Gear", I also recommend other works by Ohgure Ito. In particular, "Tegami Bachi" and "Crows" are popular among fans as they depict youth and battles. Also, for those who are interested in the world of AT, I recommend sports manga such as "Skebo Shonen" and "Baby Steps".

Anime

For those who like the battle scenes in AT, we also recommend sports anime such as "Yuri!!! on ICE" and "Haikyu!!". These works are youth stories that depict the growth of characters and the bonds between teams, and they move the audience. In addition, as OVA-style works, the "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure" series and "Fate/Zero" are also highly acclaimed, and you can enjoy the visual beauty and depth of the story.

music

Please check out other works by the composers and artists who worked on the music for this game. In particular, you can enjoy the same atmosphere by listening to the soundtracks of other anime works by the composer who worked on the BGM, and the albums by the artists who sang the opening and ending songs. Also, if you want to feel the speed of AT, electronica and dance music genres are recommended.

Events and merchandise

Don't miss out on the Air Gear fan events and merchandise. At events such as Comic Market and Anime Fair, you can enjoy limited edition goods and cosplay. In addition, AT models and character figures are sold as official goods, and are must-have items for fans. In addition, limited edition DVDs and Blu-rays are available for purchase at online shops, allowing you to enjoy the OVA images in high quality.

Conclusion

"Air Gear: Black Wings and Sleeping Forest -Break on the Sky-" is a wonderful OVA that brings out the charm of the original work while developing the story from a new perspective. The story, characters, visuals, and music have all been highly praised, leaving a strong impression on viewers. This is a work that can be recommended not only to fans of the original work, but to all viewers who love action and youth stories, and you can enjoy it even more by using additional information and recommended content. Please pick up this work and experience its charm for yourself.