Accel World's Appeal and Evaluation: A Story of Virtual Reality and Growth

Accel World: Accelerating World and Spiritual Growth

"Accel World" is a TV anime series based on the light novel by Kawahara Reki, which began airing on April 7, 2012. It is an animation produced by Sunrise and directed by Obara Masakazu. This work depicts an epic story that transcends the boundaries between the real world and the virtual world, deeply moving and exciting viewers.

Story and Themes

"Accel World" is set in the near future of 2046. The protagonist, Haruyuki Arita, is a first-year student at Baigou Junior High School who is often bullied. He is good at games, and has particularly high skills in the virtual world "Brain Burst." One day, he meets Kuroyukihime, the vice-president of the student council, who tells him the truth about "Brain Burst" and its powers. The two of them fight together in the "Accel World," and Haruyuki grows as "Silver Crow."

The themes of this work are "growth" and "friendship." Through his battles in the Accelerated World, Haruyuki comes to terms with himself and deepens his bonds with his companions. He also gains the strength to overcome the worries and suffering of the real world. Characters such as Kuroyukihime, Chiyuri, and Takumu also have their own pasts and worries, and are depicted growing up alongside Haruyuki.

Characters and cast

Haruyuki is played by Kaji Yuki, whose acting realistically portrays Haruyuki's introverted personality and growth. Misawa Sachika, who plays Kuroyukihime, charmingly plays the pure and intelligent character. The voice actors who play each character, including Toyosaki Aki as Chiyuri, Asanuma Shintaro as Takumu, Suzumura Kenichi as Ash Roller, and Tomatsu Haruka as Megumi, also deliver superb performances, adding excitement to the story.

Animation and visuals

Sunrise's animation captures the grandeur and beauty of the Accelerated World. Character design is by Aike Yukiko, and Duel Avatar design is by Kabashima Yosuke. The designs of Silver Crow and Black Lotus are particularly impressive, and their movements in the battle scenes are very fluid. The mecha and set designs are also meticulously detailed, making the show visually stunning.

Music and theme song

The music was composed by onoken, MintJam, and Hiroyuki Ohshima, and it adds to the atmosphere of the work. The opening theme is "Chase the world" by May'n and "Burst The Gravity" by ALTIMA, and the ending theme is "→unfinished→" by KOTOKO and "Unite" by Sachika Misawa, and each song matches the development of the story. In particular, the lyrics of the opening and ending songs contain the theme of the story, capturing the hearts of viewers.

Episodes and subtitles

Each of the 24 episodes has a different theme and development, starting with #1 "Acceleration" and concluding with #24 "Reincarnation". The subtitles of each episode are written in English, and words that symbolize the growth of Haruyuki and his friends, such as "transition," "exploration," and "confession," have been chosen to match the progression of the story. In particular, episodes such as #11 "Obligation" and #23 "Consolidation" depict important turning points in the story.

Related Works and Developments

"Accel World" has been produced not only as an original light novel, but also as sequels, "Accel World: Awakening of the Silver Wings" and "Accel World: The Peak of Acceleration". These works depict new adventures for Haruyuki and his friends, and develop an even deeper story. In addition, the illustrations by the original author HIMA are also attractive, making them a must-see for fans.

Viewer reactions and ratings

"Accel World" has been highly praised by viewers, especially for Haruyuki's growth, the bond between her friends, and the grandeur and beauty of the accelerated world. Fans of the original work have also praised the animation, which faithfully reproduces the worldview of the original work, and the performances of the voice actors. Furthermore, the music and theme songs have also captured the hearts of viewers, enhancing the appeal of the entire work.

Recommendations and how to watch

"Accel World" is recommended for those who want to enjoy a grand story that transcends the boundaries between the near-future virtual world and the real world. It is especially a must-see for those who like works with themes of growth and friendship. It is also recommended for those who want to enjoy action scenes and beautiful visuals.

It is available to watch on TOKYO MX, Teletama, Chiba TV, tvk, TV Aichi, MBS, Hokkaido Broadcasting, RKB Mainichi Broadcasting, BS11, AT-X, Niconico Video, Warner On Demand, Bandai Channel, PlayStation Store "Video Unlimited", etc. Please try watching it on these platforms.

Conclusion

"Accel World" is an epic story about an accelerating world and the growth of the heart. Viewers can experience emotion and excitement through the adventures of Haruyuki and his friends. The entire work will capture the hearts of viewers, with animation that faithfully reproduces the worldview of the original, charming characters and cast, beautiful visuals and music, and more. Please watch this work and experience the accelerating world and growth of the heart.