Review and thoughts on the straightforward robot anime "Saishūwa" - RobotAnime 12.22

"Last episode of RobotAnime 12.22": The never-ending war and the struggles of robots

■ Public Media

WEB

■ Original Media

Anime Original

■ First appearance date

April 25, 2013

■ How it first appeared

Niconico Video

■Frequencies

17 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■ Director

・Director: Kotaro Ishidate (@ISHIDATE_Kotaro)

■ Production

・Production: Committee for those who don't know what face to make in these situations

■Works

© Committee that doesn't know what face to make in these situations

■ Story

Mobile Century 8013...

More than 70 centuries have passed since the extinction of mankind on Earth, and the remaining military robots continue to fight an endless war day after day. The dizzying battle between the Rebellion Federation, which dominates Europe, and the Principality of Sin, which has its base mainly in Asia. In order to put an end to this pointless war, three earnest and brave robots rise up.

■Explanation

On April 25, 2013, it was distributed on Nico Nico Douga. A different version from the TV version, "Saishūwa" RobotAnime:12.22, was distributed exclusively online. *Quoted from the official website

■Cast

・Fujii/Nishi Asuka ・Kato/Arakawa Miho ・Mori/Okubo Rumi ・Narration/Hiroaki Hirata

■ Main staff

・Director: Kotaro Ishidate (@ISHIDATE_Kotaro)
・Animation Director: cort (@cort0927)
・Character design: KEI (@keigarou)
・Sound: Toru Nakano ・Script: Kotaro Ishidate, Masatake Yamaguchi, Satoshi Takahashi ・Opening video production: Beamman (@BeamManP)
・Ending video production/Mie no Hito (@mienohito)
・Production: cort, Wana, melon, fuu, Mishika, tommy
・Character modeling/Shiela, Self-proclaimed Video, Hotarun, Kito
Item modeling: Spring, Yamamoto, Mione, Sugiya, @MasatakaP
・Next episode preview／ke-sanβ
・Trailer illustrations: pikomaro (@pik0maro), fuzichoco (@fuzichoco)
・Insertion illustrations in the main story: Ai Suzuki ・Logo design: Kozo Hara ・Web manager: Munechika Kato ・Original concept: Senoo P Factory ・Chief producer: Yoshihiro Terai ・Producer: Yoshimasa Fukuhara (@fukuhara_ystd)
Special thanks to Higuchi M, rossi, Oyabun, KannaP, KyokuhokuP, VPVP, STAR GATENET WORK
・Production: Committee for those who don't know what face to make in these situations

■ Main Characters

・Fujii Household Maid Robot. Model number VESTA-f10. Friendly, gentle and obedient. Although it was produced as a maid, it has never actually served in a human home.
・The librarian robot of the Kato National Library. Model number JUNO-d4. Cool and knowledgeable, with a slightly shy personality. The library contains a huge amount of data, including not only accurate records but also data that has been tampered with and is unreliable, and he works day and night to organize them.
・Mori Industrial Robot. Model number VENUS-s27. Since it is for work, it is not very good at communication. However, it is the latest model that applies military technology, and is the most high-performance of the three.
・F-605D Excalibur The Rebellion Federation's main unit. Equipped with high-precision manipulators and a high-performance FCS, it can handle a variety of general-purpose equipment made by the Rebellion Federation, making it highly versatile in battle.
・F/A-32402: block40 Rapid Fire Rebellion Federation special heavy machine for bombardment. Specialized in the use of powerful firearms, it boasts tremendous firepower from its High Rebellion Cannon, but is therefore not very maneuverable.
・F/A-35854: block60 Rapid Crow Rebellion Special Commando of the Federation. A machine with quick mobility and powerful close-combat weapons. Belongs to a special commando unit engaged in operational activities with a small elite force.
・GD-05B Genbu Kai: A heavy mobile soldier for the Rebellion Federation's base assault. Boasting high firepower and heavy armor, it is mainly deployed for frontal assaults. Its concept of being slow but one-hit kill is said to be based on the "Taikan Kyohoshugi" from the distant past.
・F/A-635 Gungnir II
A multi-role aircraft of the Rebellion Federation. For operational operations. It can be equipped with backup, support, and other equipment to handle any situation. It has excellent aircraft speed and balancer performance.
・A-208alten An old main machine mass-produced by the Tsarlos Rebellion Federation. Although it had thin armor and low EN output, it had excellent mobility and productivity, and made up for its performance with numbers. Currently, it is nearing the end of its usefulness due to the emergence of new machines.
・MG-X134 One of the few ace units in the Demon Kaiser Shin Principality. It is especially tuned for power and close combat. The appearance is also heavily customized to suit your tastes, giving the impression of unrealistic performance.
・Tg.ia03 Iriniadissin Principality's decisive battle weapon. It is more than three times taller than other units, has thick armor, and has overwhelming firepower. It was sealed away for a long time because of its excessive armament that could destroy humanity, but there are rumors of it being seen in recent years.
・StG.6A Standard type of Sturmgebesin Duchy mechanized infantry. Although it does not have any outstanding features, its capabilities are average, it is versatile and cost-effective, and it can handle anything from light work to assault battles. This is the type most commonly seen on battlefields around the country.
・StG.6R Sturmgebe (Commander)
A junior officer type of the Principality of Sin's mechanized infantry. It has the same high versatility as the regular soldier type, and while there is little difference in performance, it has enhanced communication functions for command and management. It is deployed as a platoon leader's machine.
・Ta.52panzer: Assault and defense soldier of the Principality of Zu Dankshin. With its low overall height, thick armor, and high firepower, it is responsible for maintaining the front line. However, since the lower half of its body is a tank, its mobility is low. It falls behind fast opponents.

■Subtitle

・Episode 12/Last Episode RobotAnime:12.22 (2013/04/25)

The appeal and evaluation of "Last Session RobotAnime 12.22"

"Saishūwa RobotAnime 12.22" is an original anime work distributed on Nico Nico Douga in 2013, and in a short time of just 17 minutes, it depicts deep themes and attractive characters. The work is set in the distant future of the year 8013, and tells the story of three robots who rise up to restore peace on Earth after the extinction of humankind, while the remaining robots continue to fight a war.

The appeal of the story

The story of this work deeply moves viewers by depicting the futility of war and the desire for peace. The setting of the Mobile Century 8013 depicts a future in which humanity does not exist, providing an opportunity to reexamine the nature of war. The scene in which the three robots rise up amid the conflict between the two powers, the Rebellion Federation and the Principality of Sin, gives viewers a sense of hope. Furthermore, their struggle to end the war will make viewers reaffirm the importance of peace.

Character Appeal

The characters in "Saishūwa RobotAnime 12.22" are all unique and charming. Fujii, the domestic maid robot, has a kind and obedient personality that will warm the hearts of viewers. Kato, the librarian robot of the National Library, is cool and knowledgeable, but also has a tsundere personality. Mori, an industrial robot, is not good at communication, but he is the most high-performance robot. The story of these characters working together to end the war will surely move viewers.

The appeal of video and music

The visuals of this work are very beautiful, reflecting the unique sensibility of director Ishidate Kotaro. The opening and ending scenes in particular were produced by Beamman and Mie people, and express the worldview of the work in depth. In addition, the music by Nakano Tooru, who was in charge of the sound, plays an important role in enhancing the atmosphere of the story. The tension in the battle scenes and the gentle melodies in the scenes expressing a wish for peace enhance the emotions of the viewer.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Last Episode: RobotAnime 12.22" is a work that depicts deep themes in a short time and moves the viewer. The story, which depicts the futility of war and a desire for peace, the unique and attractive characters, and the beautiful visuals and music make this work shine even more. It is especially recommended for viewers looking for a work that will make them think about war and peace. It is also a must-see for fans of robot anime. Be sure to check out this work, which will move you deeply in a short 17 minutes.

Related information

This work is distributed on Nico Nico Douga, and you will need a Nico Nico Douga account to watch it. The official website also has detailed information about the work and interviews with the staff, so if you're interested, be sure to check it out. There is also a lively fan art and fan community for this work, and you can enjoy exchanging information on social media and forums.

"Saishūwa RobotAnime 12.22" depicts the universal theme of war and peace, and is a work that will deeply move viewers. Please watch it and feel its charm.