The appeal and reviews of "Freezing Vibrations": A fusion of action and drama

Freezing Vibration - A story of deep bonds and battles

"Freezing Vibration" is a TV anime series that aired in 2013 and is based on the manga of the same name by Lim Da-young and Kim Kwang-hyun. This work is a science fiction action that depicts the battle against the mysterious enemy "Nova, an extra-dimensional being," and the story unfolds around the growth and bond between the warrior "Pandora" and her partner "Limiter." Below, we will introduce detailed information and reviews of this work, as well as recommended points.

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

comics

■ Broadcast period

October 4, 2013 - December 20, 2013

• TV Broadcast
• AT-X / October 4, 2013 - December 20, 2013 / Friday 21:30 - 22:00
• TOKYO MX / October 4, 2013 - December 20, 2013 / Friday 25:00 - 25:30
• Sun Television / October 8, 2013 - December 24, 2013 / Tuesdays 25:30 - 26:00
• TV Aichi / October 8, 2013 - December 24, 2013 / Tuesday 27:05 - 27:35
• BS11 / October 10, 2013 - December 26, 2013 / Thursdays 24:30 - 25:00

■Broadcasting station

AT-X

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 12

■Original Story

Original story by Lim Dal-young and Kim Kwang-hyun (serialized in the Comic Valkyrie web version, published by Kill Time Communication)

■ Director

・Director: Takashi Watanabe

■ Production

・Animation production: A.C.G.T.

■Works

©2013 Lim Da-young, Kim Kwang-hyun, Artrim Media, Kill Time Communication / Freezing Vibration Production Committee

■ Story

A young boy named Aoi Kazuya, who lost his beloved sister in a battle against the mysterious enemy Nova, an extra-dimensional being that attacks humanity, enrolls in West Genetics, one of the training institutes for Pandora, warriors with the power to fight against Nova, and their partners, Limiters. There, Kazuya meets Satellizer El Bridget, a girl feared as the "Queen of Contact Forbidden." Kazuya is attracted to Satellizer, who resembles his late sister, and despite being rejected, he throws himself into the battle with her and gradually closes the distance between them. Meanwhile, by order of Chevalier, the superior organization of Genetics, Kazuya and his friends are dispatched to a base in Alaska. There, the E-Pandora Project, which artificially creates Pandoras as a countermeasure against the new Novas, is underway.

■Cast

・Satellizer L. Bridget/Mamiko Noto/Kazuya Aoi/Mitsuhiro Ichiki/Lana Linchen/Kana Hanazawa/Elizabeth Mabry/Yuko Kaida/Chiffon Fairchild/Marina Inoue/Cathy Lockhart/Rie Kugimiya/Roxanne Ellipton/Ami Terakawa/Charles Bonaparte/Tachibana Yamaguchi/Julia Mumberg/Hisako Tojo/Amelia Evans/Suzuko Mimori/Gina Purpleton/Izumi Tachibana/Rattle/Yuki Kuwahara/Scarlet Ohara/Satsuki Yukino/Gengo Aoi/Atsushi Ono

■ Main staff

Original story by Lim Dal-young and Kim Kwang-hyun (serialized in the Comic Valkyrie web version, published by Kill Time Communication)
・Director / Watanabe Takashi・Assistant Director / Hatano Kohei・Series Composition, Scriptwriter / Akaboshi Masahisa・Character Design, Chief Animation Director / Watanabe Mayumi・Action Animation Director / Suga Shigeyuki・Art Director / Morokuma Michiko・Set Design / Kimura Hidefumi・Mecha Design / Kawahara Tomohiro・Color Settings / Iriomote Michiyo・Director of Photography / Takehara Kenji・Editor / Nishiyama Shigeru・Sound Director / Tsujitani Koji・Music / Yokoyama Masaru・Music Production / KADOKAWA (Media Factory)
Produced by: Swood Animation Production: A.C.G.T.
Produced by Freezing Vibration Production Committee

■ Main Characters

Satellizer El Bridget is the strongest second-year Pandora, feared as the "Queen of No Contact." She is also the daughter of El Corporation, the military conglomerate that is the parent company of Genetics. She recognizes Kazuya as a Limiter, but has not baptized him.
Aoi Kazuya A boy who volunteered to be Satellizer's limiter. He can activate Freezing without Elaine Barset. He lost his beloved sister, Kazuha, to Nova. He has a unique constitution known as the "Stigmata".
Lana Rinchen: A foreign student from Tibet. She came to West Genetics to find her destined man (limiter). She likes Kazuya and wants him to be her limiter. She was born with stigmata.
・Cathy Lockhart is a third-year student at East Genetics and is ranked first in her grade. She is also known as "Lightning Speed". She is one of the five strongest third-year students at Genetics. Her limiter is Kyoichi Minase.
Chiffon Fairchild: Student council president of West Genetics, an undefeated powerhouse nicknamed the Monster. One of the five strongest third-year students in all of Genetics. His eyes are always smiling. His limiter is Yujin.
Elizabeth Mabry is the No. 2 at West Genetics and the central figure in charge of the third-year students. She has a strong sense of justice and is courageous enough to put herself in danger to protect the weak. She is the daughter of the large conglomerate Mabry Group. Her limiter is Andre.
・Rocksanne Elipton A third-year student at American Genetics, she is ranked number one in her year at Genetics. She is also known as the "Immortal". She is one of the five strongest third-year students at Genetics, and has a bright, big sister-like personality. Her limiter is Han Shijin.
Charles Bonaparte is a third-year student at France Genetix and is ranked first in his class. He is one of the five strongest third-year students at Genetix. A petite girl who always wears headphones. Her limiter is a Citroen.
Julia Munberg is a third-year student at German Genetics and is ranked first in her year at Genetics. She is one of the five strongest third-year students at Genetics, and is nicknamed the "Maverick." She is expressionless and has no emotional fluctuations.
Amelia Evans is the leader of the first generation of E-Pandoras. She is proud of herself and her comrades as an E-Pandora, and has confidence in Ohara, who is advancing the E-Pandora project. She cares for her comrades, and is willing to sacrifice herself for them.
Rattle
One of the E-Pandora. A girl who volunteered to join E-Pandora because she would not have to go hungry.
Gina Purpleton
One of the E-Pandora. She was sold by her parents and became an E-Pandora to escape a life of being passed around from one place to another.
Scarlett Ohara, the chief executive officer of the E-Pandora Project. She used to be involved in research under Kazuya's grandfather, Aoi Gengo, but left him for certain reasons.

■Subtitle

・Episode 1/Pandora Returns
・Episode 2/Evolution Pandora
・Episode 3/Mark IV
・Episode 4/Mate
Episode 5: Noblesse Oblige
・Episode 6/Marionettes
Episode 7: Spellbound
Episode 8: Rebellion
・Episode 9/Traitor
・Episode 10/True Pandora
・Episode 11/Nova Crash
・Episode 12: Shaft of light

■ Theme songs and music

・OP1
・AVENGE WORLD
Lyrics: Aki Hata; Composition: Prisoner; Arrangement: Prisoner; Singer: Konomi Suzuki

・ED1
・The World Embraces the Scars・Lyrics by Aki Hata・Music by Prisoner・Arrangement by Prisoner・Vocals by Konomi Suzuki

■ Evaluation and impressions of the work

"Freezing Vibrations" is a work that skillfully combines sci-fi action and human drama, and its deep story and character development are appealing. Below, I will give a detailed evaluation and review of the work.

Story and Themes

The story of this work depicts the bond and growth of the warrior Pandora and her partner, Limiter, against the backdrop of the battle against the other-dimensional being Nova. In particular, the relationship between the protagonists Aoi Kazuya and Satellizer L. Bridget is at the heart of the story, and the process in which the distance between the two gradually closes is moving. The addition of a new element, the E-Pandora Project, adds depth and tension to the story. This project raises the ethical issue of artificially creating Pandora, providing an element that makes viewers think.

character

The portrayal of the characters is also a major attraction of this series. Satellizer L. Bridget in particular is portrayed as a character who combines strength and fragility, and by learning about her past and inner world, viewers can deeply empathize with her. Also, Aoi Kazuya's growth is not to be missed. He overcomes the sadness of losing his sister and gains the strength to support Pandora as a Limiter. Many other unique characters, such as Lana Linchen and Cassie Lockhart, make an appearance and add excitement to the story.

Animation and performance

A.C.G.T., the animation studio, pursued power and beauty in the battle scenes, making them highly visually appealing. Pandora's battle scenes in particular are impressive for their speed and strength, drawing the viewer in. The character designs are also appealing, and each character's personality is well expressed. Director Watanabe Takashi skillfully directs the development of the story and the feelings of the characters, and there are many scenes that stir the viewer's emotions.

music

Music is also an important element in enhancing the appeal of this work. The opening theme "AVENGE WORLD" and the ending theme "The World Embraces the Scars" are both sung by Konomi Suzuki, whose powerful voice enhances the atmosphere of the story. In addition, the background music by Masaru Yokoyama also effectively enhances the battle scenes and moving scenes.

■ Recommended points

"Freezing Vibration" is recommended for the following reasons:

1. A profound human drama

This work is not only a sci-fi action movie, but also a human drama that focuses on the inner lives and relationships of the characters. The growth of the main characters and the deepening of their bonds will especially move the audience.

2. Powerful battle scenes

The fight scenes between Pandora and Nova are visually stunning and really draw the viewer in. The animation quality is also high and it's a sight to behold.

3. Unique characters

Each character is unique, and viewers can easily empathize with their backgrounds and growth. The characters of Satellizer L. Bridget and Aoi Kazuya in particular have depth and enrich the story.

4. Raising ethical concerns

The E-Pandora Project element includes themes that make viewers think about human bioethics and the progress of science and technology, which encourages viewers to think deeply rather than just be entertained.

5. The appeal of music

The opening, ending, and background music are all important elements that add excitement to the story, making it a recommended series for music lovers.

■ Summary

"Freezing Vibrations" is a work that skillfully combines sci-fi action and human drama, and is appealing for its deep story and character growth. The visual beauty and musical appeal also add to the power to draw viewers in. I highly recommend this work to anyone interested in the deepening of human relationships and the raising of ethical questions. I hope you will enjoy this story of warriors' bonds and growth.