The appeal and evaluation of "Flower Poet GOTHICMADE": A unique world view and depth of characters

A comprehensive review and recommendation of GOTHICMADE - Hana no Utahime GOTHICMADE

Overview

"GOTHICMADE - Hana no Utahime Goticmade" is a theatrical animation released on November 1, 2012. It was written by and directed by Mamoru Nagano. The film is an original anime and was distributed by Kadokawa Shoten. Its Eirin number is 119331, and it is made up of one 70-minute episode.

story

The story is set on a small, peaceful planet called Carmine Planet. This planet continues to be exploited by the surrounding great powers as a source of resources. The protagonist, the poet Verin, is a young girl who has been appointed to succeed the poetess, and prays for peace as she journeys to the holy city of Ha-Ri. On her journey, the third prince of the Danube Empire, Triharon, is ordered by the Planetary Council to accompany her as her guard. During her journey, she meets various characters and grows as she overcomes difficulties.

character

The main characters are as follows.

• Poetess Belin - A girl who will succeed the Poetess. Praying for peace, she sets out on a journey to the holy city of Ha-Ri.
• Prince Triharon - The third prince of the military superpower Danube Empire. He is ordered by the Planetary Council to guard Belin on his journey.
• Love - A small animal that appears several times in the trailer. It seems to accompany Belin and company on their journey, but details are currently unknown.
• Boldox - Two red and blue Gothic Maids have been confirmed. Details are unknown.
• Kaiserin - One of the Gothicmades. Also known as the "Ice Queen." Prince Triharon's beloved rider.
• Adem - Aide to Belin and the high priest of the capital Ha-Ri. This is her first assignment as a high priest to the capital. Surprisingly playful.
• Botbart - He has been Triharon's aide since he was a child and is loyal to him. However, Botbart himself is also the king of a nation that makes up the Danube Empire.
• GTM Meloura - A Gothic-made vehicle owned by the Danube Empire. A special GTM used by the number 1 and number 2 knights of the empire, it has higher maneuverability than the Danube's main GTM, the Holda.
• Mysterious Woman - Everything is unknown.
• Mysterious man - nothing is known about him.
• Mysterious object - nothing is known about it.

cast

The main cast is as follows:

• Poet Belin - Maria Kawamura
• Prince Trihalon - Nozomu Sasaki
• Adem - Orikasa Ai
• Botbart - Akio Otsuka
• Love - Ikue Otani
• Woman - Kotono Mitsuishi
• Man - Shinichiro Miki
• Narration - Yoshiko Sakakibara

staff

The main staff are as follows:

• Produced by: Shinichiro Inoue
• Planning - Takeshi Yasuda, Kenji Yano
• Producers: Ikuko Enomoto, Makoto Togashi
• Studio Producer - Yuji Hori
• Animation director, key animation - Yasuhiro Nagura, Yoko Kadokami, Atsushi Yamagata
• Art - Hiromasa Ogura
• Music - Shigetsugu Nagaoka
• Sound and effects - Yoshihiro Sakaguchi
• Photography - Mitsuhiro Sato
• Music producer - Atsushi Yabe
• Director and scriptwriter: Mamoru Nagano

Main Robot Items

The main robots and items that appear in the work are as follows:

• Utame - A special woman who leads Carmine Planet. She is the only one of her kind, but her successor will appear spontaneously somewhere on the planet. She inherits the memories of generations and issues prophecies.
• Holy City "Ha-Ri" - The largest city on Carmine Planet. The destination of the "City Journey" and where the Poetess officially takes up her post.
• Carmine Planet - A peaceful, small planet that serves as a refuge for the growing human population and is being exploited by the great powers of the surrounding planets as a source of resources. Also known as "The Scarlet Earth."
• Danube Empire - A military superpower on a planet nearby Carmine Planet. With its vast territory and military power, it has a strong voice in the Planetary Council, an interplanetary political forum.
• Warcasters - Also known as "Knights", these people have powers far beyond those of humans and can control Gothicmades.
• Bortets - Two people who travel with Belin. They have superhuman powers and never leave Belin's side to protect her.
• Gothicmade (GTM) - A giant humanoid weapon. It is the ultimate weapon brought about by a transcendent civilization, and boasts overwhelming power. Its structure and details are shrouded in mystery, and are known only to a select few.
• Lifestyle - Verin travels through a land dominated by Central Asian landscapes and patterns, but also a world where unfamiliar creatures and ultra-high-tech vehicles are commonplace.
• Gut Blow - A very heavy weapon that only knights can use. It has no blade, and destroys targets with a powerful electromagnetic wave emitted from the blade.
• Sailor - A general term for floating ships that are powered by the high technology "Harmoid System." They are used widely, from gigantic space battleships to civilian vehicles.
• Nature - Although it is exploited by major powers as a colony planet, the planet's natural environment is very rich and the people live a relaxed life.

Theme songs and music

The theme song is "The Prince of the Sky, the Poet of Flowers," sung and written by Kawamura Maria and composed by Nagaoka Shigetsuna.

Appeal and evaluation of the work

"GOTHICMADE: The Poetess of Flowers" is a work that stands out for its unique worldview and beautiful visuals. Mamoru Nagano's unique style can be seen throughout the work, depicting a world that blends fantasy and science fiction. In particular, the design of the giant robot GOTHICMADE is very impressive and makes a visual impact. In addition, the relationship between the poetess Belin and Prince Triharon, as well as the interactions with the various characters encountered during the journey, add depth to the story.

The voice actors for the characters are also impressive, with each character's personality being expressed well, including Mari Kawamura as the poet Belin and Nozomu Sasaki as the prince Triharon. The beautiful melodies of the music by Shigetsugu Nagaoka liven up the story, and the theme song "Prince of the Sky, Poet of Flowers" is particularly beautiful and symbolizes the theme of the work.

However, at the same time, the storyline feels a little rushed in the short 70-minute screening time. Some have said they wanted more details on the characters' backgrounds and the worldview. Also, although many mysterious characters appear, the fact that the details are never revealed at the end may leave some viewers feeling unsatisfied.

Recommended points

Here are some reasons why I recommend this work:

• Unique worldview - The unique worldview that combines fantasy and science fiction has a charm that is not found in other works. The Gothicmade designs in particular are not to be missed.
• Beautiful visuals - Mamoru Nagano's artwork is beautiful, and the visuals are visually stunning. The background and character designs are particularly impressive.
• A gorgeous cast - Characters are played by a gorgeous cast of voice actors, including Maria Kawamura and Nozomu Sasaki. Recommended for voice actor fans.
• A moving story - The story of the poet Belin's growth and journey is moving and leaves a deep impression on the audience, especially her prayer for peace.

Related works and recommendations

If you enjoyed "GOTHICMADE," we also recommend the following related works:

• "Gosei Monogatari" - A masterpiece by Mamoru Nagano, this work is a mix of fantasy and science fiction. The robot designs and character personalities are particularly appealing.
• "Gundam Series" - The "Gundam Series" is also recommended as a work with a giant robot theme. In particular, "Mobile Suit Gundam" and "Gundam UC" have deep stories and beautiful visuals.
• "Macross Series" - The "Macross Series" is also recommended as a work that combines music and robots. "Macross F" in particular is attractive for its beautiful singing voices and moving story.

summary

"GOTHICMADE - Poetess of Flowers GOTHICMADE -" is an attractive work with a unique world view, beautiful visuals, and a luxurious cast. The story of the poetess Belin's growth and journey is moving and leaves a deep impression on the viewer. However, the short running time and the fact that details about the mysterious characters are not revealed may leave you feeling unsatisfied. Nevertheless, this is a work that should be watched by anyone who likes Mamoru Nagano's style and giant robots. Other related works that are recommended are "Five Star Story," "Gundam Series," and "Macross Series," so be sure to check them out.