To Love-Ru Darkness Volume 6 Anime DVD Pre-order Limited Edition Review: Attractive Bonuses and Deeper Story

Detailed review and recommendation of To Love-Ru Darkness Volume 6, limited pre-order edition with anime DVD

"To Love-Ru Darkness Volume 6 Limited Edition with Anime DVD" is an OVA released by Shueisha on December 19, 2012. This OVA is bundled with the sixth volume of the popular manga "To Love-Ru Darkness" by Kentaro Yabuki and Saki Hasemi, and is a long-awaited film adaptation for fans. Below, we will go into detail about the details of this OVA, its characters, staff, and recommended points.

Overview

"To Love-Ru Darkness" is a sequel to the popular series, whose original manga was serialized in "Jump Square". The OVA is made up of 24-minute episodes, directed by Atsushi Ohtsuki, animated by XEBEC, and produced by the To Love-Ru Darkness Production Committee. This OVA faithfully reproduces the story of the original while offering new perspectives and episodes for fans.

story

This OVA has three subtitles: "Nostalgia ~At that time, at that place~", "The changing heart ~Honest feelings~", and "Flower ~Blooming feelings~". Each episode delves deeply into the inner workings and relationships of the main character, Rito Yuuki, and the characters around him.

"Nostalgia: At That Time, At That Place" looks back on the story that began when Rito and Lala first met, and depicts how their relationship has developed. It movingly depicts how Rito's pure heart and Lala's innocent personality intertwine, deepening the bond between the two.

"The Changing Heart" focuses on the changes in the hearts of the other characters surrounding Rito. In particular, the changes in the feelings of characters such as Momo, Golden Darkness, and Mea Kurosaki towards Rito are depicted, and the highlight is how they interact with Rito.

"Flower ~Blooming Emotions~" depicts the moment when new emotions begin to blossom. New sides to characters such as Rito's younger sister Mikan Yuuki, and Rito's classmates Yui Kotegawa and Risa Momioka are revealed, adding depth to the story.

character

There are many fascinating characters in this OVA. Below we will introduce each character's detailed profile and how they are involved in the story.

Momo Belia Deviluke

She is the third princess of Planet Deviluke and Lala's younger sister. Although she gives off a gentle and gentle impression, she is actually a devious schemer. She is attracted to Rito, and devises the "Paradise Plan" to create a harem for him and fulfill her desire as one of his concubines. In order to move this plan forward, she transfers to Class 1B at Sainan High School, where Rito attends. The OVA depicts how her plan progresses.

Golden Darkness

The best assassin in the universe came to Earth to assassinate Rito. She is an expressionless girl, but after going through various events, she settles on Earth. She still calls Rito her "target", but her feelings towards him are changing. She is good friends with Mikan, and at her suggestion, she transfers to Class 1B at Sainan High School. She is actually an artificial lifeform, and can transform her body into a weapon to attack. The OVA depicts her inner conflict and the change in her feelings towards Rito.

Mea Kurosaki

A girl in class 1B, the same as Momo and Nana. She is bright and innocent, and her red ponytail is her charm point. However, she also has a somewhat mysterious aura. In the OVA, her background and her relationship with Rito are explored in depth.

Yuuki Rito

He's a second-year student at Sainan High School who is extremely shy when it comes to love. It all started when he became engaged to Lala, who came from the planet Deviluke, by chance. Even after he finds out that the Deviluke royal family practices polygamy, he remains an innocent boy who is torn between his innocent feelings for Lala and his feelings for Haruna, who he has feelings for. The OVA depicts his inner thoughts and growth.

Lala Satalin Deviluke

The first princess of Planet Deviluke. She has a cheerful personality and loves Rito, but since polygamy is the norm in the Deviluke royal family, she doesn't really mind if Rito gets along with other girls. She's good at inventing things, but it often ends up causing her trouble. She's currently living in Rito's house. The OVA depicts her inventions and her feelings for Rito.

Haruna Sairenji

A classmate of Rito's, she is a beautiful and elegant girl. In fact, she secretly has feelings for Rito, but Rito does not know this. When Lala appears, she and Lala become embroiled in a delicate love triangle over Rito, but they are quite good friends. At the same time, she has confessed her feelings for Rito to Lala, and considers him a love rival. The OVA depicts her feelings for Rito and her relationship with Lala.

Nana Asta Deviluke

She is the second princess of the Deviluke royal family and is Momo's twin sister. She has a tomboyish, straightforward personality and is quite self-conscious about her small breasts. She transfers to Sainan High School, class 1B, with Momo. Just as Momo can control plants, Nana can also communicate with animals and make them obey her at will. The OVA depicts her interactions with animals and her relationship with Rito.

Yuuki Mikan

She is Rito's younger sister and a sixth grade elementary school student. In the Yuuki household, where her parents are rarely around because of work, she is a reliable person who does all the household chores and is mentally more mature than Rito. She sometimes gets caught up in Rito and Lala's antics, but she is an interested observer of their relationship. She can be called best friends with Yami. The OVA depicts her reliable side and her friendship with Yami.

Yui Kotegawa

A girl who is Rito's classmate and a member of the discipline committee. She has a strong sense of justice and is strict, especially when it comes to "indecent things," but she often has such fantasies. She keeps an eye on Rito, who always causes sexual trouble, but she also notices his kindness and is actually attracted to him. In the OVA, her complicated feelings towards Rito are depicted.

Risa Momioka

A friend of Tono and a classmate of Rito. She is cheerful and sociable, but contrary to her appearance, she is a sexually harassing old man who loves to fondle girls' breasts and talk dirty. Like Tono, she is a member of the tennis club. She is aware of Tono's feelings for Rito, and sometimes makes fun of him. The OVA shows her humorous side and her friendship with Tono.

Celine

She was originally a space plant that Lala gave to Rito on his birthday. One day she suddenly transformed into a little girl, and now she is something of a mascot for the Yuuki family. She has a friendly and innocent personality, and expresses her feelings with the word "mau". Mikan was her godmother. The OVA depicts her innocent behavior and life in the Yuuki family.

Peke

A versatile costume robot invented by Lala, when it is transformed into clothing, its face is reflected in some of the clothing parts. If it runs out of energy, it will not be able to maintain its clothing form. It has its own will and emotions and can converse normally. Lala's clothing is often a transformed version of Peke. The OVA depicts Peke's role and relationship with Lala.

Oshizu

A ghost girl who died 400 years ago, living in the old building of Sainan High School. After a certain incident, she becomes friends with Rito, Lala and the others. Currently, she is possessed by an artificial body made by Mikado-sensei and works as a nurse and assistant to the teacher. She is extremely clumsy and airheaded, and hates dogs. The OVA depicts her clumsy side and her interactions with Rito and the others.

staff

Many talented staff members were involved in the production of this OVA. Below we will introduce each of their roles and contributions.

original work

The original work by Kentaro Yabuki and Saki Hasemi was serialized in Jump Square and has captivated many fans. The original's charming characters and storyline are faithfully reproduced in the OVA.

Director and series composition

Atsushi Otsuki was in charge of direction and series composition. Under his guidance, the world of the original work was brought to life on screen, providing fans with a new perspective. Director Otsuki's direction delves deeply into the emotions and relationships of the characters, moving viewers.

Character Design

Yuichi Oka was in charge of character design. His designs faithfully reproduce the characters from the original work while bringing out the unique charm of animation. In particular, each character's facial expressions and movements are drawn with great attention to detail.

Sound Director

Jin Aketagawa was the sound director. Under his guidance, the voice actors of the characters have been able to bring out the best in each character. In particular, the performances of voice actors such as Aki Toyosaki, Misato Fukuen, and Yuka Iguchi have been able to express the emotions of the characters realistically.

music

Tsuyoshi Watanabe was in charge of the music. His BGM enhances the atmosphere of the story and stirs the emotions of the viewers. In particular, the opening theme "Rakuen Project" and the ending theme "Foul Play ni Kurari" are songs that symbolize the worldview of the OVA.

Animation Production

XEBEC was in charge of the animation production. XEBEC's technical capabilities and creative direction have beautifully visualized the world of the original work. In particular, the battle scenes and character movements are smooth, making it a visual treat.

Production

The To Love-Ru Darkness Production Committee was in charge of production. Thanks to the efforts of the production committee, this OVA was able to be delivered to fans. In particular, the fact that it was released as a pre-order limited edition has made it a special collection item for fans.

Theme songs and music

The theme song and music of this OVA are important elements that enhance the atmosphere of the story. Below, we will introduce the details of the theme song and music.

OP1 "Paradise Project"

Sung by: Ray

"Paradise Project" is a song that symbolizes Momo's "Paradise Plan." Ray's powerful singing voice expresses Momo's determination and feelings for Rito. This song serves as the opening theme for the OVA, drawing the viewer into the world of the story.

ED1 "Foul Play"

Sung by: Kanon Wakeshima

"Foul Play ni Kurari" is a song that expresses the complex emotions of the characters. Kanon Wakeshima's gentle singing voice depicts the inner thoughts of the characters surrounding Rito. This song serves as the ending theme for the OVA, leaving viewers with a lingering impression.

Related Titles

"To Love-Ru Darkness Volume 6 Limited Edition with Anime DVD" is closely related to the following related works. By enjoying these works together, you can gain a deeper understanding of the world of "To Love-Ru".

• To Love-Ru
• To Love-Ru OVA
• More To Love-Ru
• To Love-Ru Darkness

Recommended points

"To Love-Ru Darkness Volume 6 Limited Pre-order Edition with Anime DVD" can be recommended for the following reasons.

Faithful reproduction of the original

This OVA faithfully reproduces the story and characters of the original work. For fans of the original work, the film adaptation will give them a new perspective and new emotions. Also, viewers who have not read the original work can enjoy the fascinating characters and story.

Deep dive into the characters

The OVA delves deeply into the inner lives and relationships of each character. In particular, it depicts the inner thoughts and growth of the characters surrounding Rito, moving viewers. By portraying the characters' emotions and struggles realistically, viewers can empathize with them and become immersed in the story.

Beautiful animation

XEBEC's animation beautifully recreates the world of the original work. The battle scenes and character movements are particularly smooth and visually enjoyable. The character designs and backgrounds are also drawn with great attention to detail, making it visually appealing.

An inspiring story

The story of this OVA movingly depicts the emotional movements and relationships between Rito and the characters around him. In particular, the three episodes "Nostalgia ~At that time, at that place~", "The changing heart ~Honest feelings~", and "Flower ~Blooming feelings~" each tell the story from a different perspective, deeply moving the viewer.

Attractive theme songs and music

The opening theme "Rakuen Project" and the ending theme "Foul Play ni Kurari" are important elements that liven up the atmosphere of the story. Ray and Wakeshima Kanon's singing voices express the emotions and relationships of the characters, leaving a strong impression on the viewer. These songs symbolize the worldview of the OVA and will remain in the viewers' hearts.

Conclusion

"To Love-Ru Darkness Volume 6 Limited Edition with Anime DVD" is a wonderful OVA that faithfully reproduces the charm of the original work while providing new perspectives and excitement. It is packed with many charms, such as deep character development, beautiful animation, a moving story, and a charming theme song and music. It is a work that can be highly recommended not only to fans of the original work but also to anime fans. By watching this OVA, you will be able to understand and enjoy the world of "To Love-Ru" more deeply.