The appeal and evaluation of Senki Zesshou Symphogear G short episode

Senki Zesshou Symphogear G Original Short Episode "Senki Zesshou-Shinanai Symphogear" Review and Recommendation

Overview

"Senki Zesshō Symphogear G Original Short Episode 'Senki Zesshō Shinai Symphogear'" is an OVA released by King Records on February 5, 2014. This short episode is just five minutes long, but it condenses the charm of the Symphogear series. It is directed by Katsumi Ono, animated by Satelight, and based on the original work by Noriyasu Agematsu and Akifumi Kaneko.

■ Story

The three girls, Tsubasa Kazanari, Chris Yukine, and Hibiki Tachibana, are at the mercy of fate, but they don the FG-type Kaiten special equipment costumes "Symphogear" and, after many battles, gather at the decisive battle ground. Their enemies are Ka Dingir, who is targeting the "Moon," a giant surveillance device that jams human mutual understanding, and Fine, the shrine maiden who is plotting to destroy the Moon. However, the destruction of the Moon will cause the collapse of the gravitational balance, bringing about a disaster on a planetary scale. The girls face the threat of the "Luna Attack" and sing their hearts out in a passionate song.

The story begins again in a world overlooked by a crescent moon after a fierce battle. The Japanese government's Symphogear System has been partially disclosed as a measure against the certified singular disaster Noise, but information about the users is kept secret. While their daily lives are guaranteed, the Symphogear users who participate in the Japan-US joint research project live with their own dreams and worries. Meanwhile, an order is given to transport the perfect relic "Sacrist S" to the US military's Iwakuni base, but a new enemy approaches on a dark and stormy night. As they confront the hordes of Noise rampaging from the Babylonian treasure house, Hibiki Tachibana's singing voice roars, and a new situation opens up.

■Explanation

"Senki Zesshō Symphogear" is an original TV animation that was aired in the New Year of 2012, depicting the struggles and growth of the Symphogear users who fight against the "Certified Singular Disaster Noise", a threat to humanity. Noriyasu Agematsu of the sound production group "Elements Garden" and game creator Akifumi Kaneko took on the challenge of writing an anime original for the first time, with "song" as the theme, and created a dramatic story.

In the sequel, "Senki Zessho Symphogear G," the story is even more powerful with songs that are integrated into the story and a fast-paced storyline, and new costumes are also introduced. The story depicts the despair and loss, as well as hope and song, of girls who are risking the survival of the world.

■Cast

The main cast includes Aoi Yuki as Hibiki Tachibana, Nana Mizuki as Tsubasa Kazanari, Ayahi Takagaki as Chris Yukine, Yuka Iguchi as Miku Kohinata, Yoko Hikasa as Maria Cadenzavna Eve, Yui Horie as Serena Cadenzavna Eve, Yoshino Nanjo as Shirabe Tsukuyomi, Ai Kayano as Katsuki Kirika, Tomokazu Sugita as Professor Well, Kikuko Inoue as Professor Nastasya, Hideo Ishikawa as Genjuro Kazanari, Soichiro Hoshi as Shinji Ogawa, Kenji Akabane as Sakuya Fuji, Asami Seto as Aoi Yuri, Mikako Komatsu as Sosei Ando, ​​Nao Toyama as Shiori Terashima, Chinatsu Akasaki as Yumi Itaba, and Hidekatsu Shibata as Masahito Shibata.

■ Main staff

The main staff includes original author Noriyasu Agematsu and Akifumi Kaneko, director Katsumi Ono, series composition and scriptwriter Akifumi Kaneko, action director and noise designer Fumiaki Mitsuda, main animator Yuki Shikichi, mechanic designers Hiroyuki Okawa and Tomohiro Kawahara, prop designer Kenichi Morioka, future visuals Romain Thomas, Brune Stanislas, and Niem Vincent, art director Takashi Nishimura, color designer Aiko Shinohara, chief CGI designer Tatsuro Sasaki, director of photography Atsushi Iwasaki, 2D monitor Jiro Kageyama, special effects director Kumiko Taniguchi, editor Tsuyoshi Sadamatsu, animation production by Satelight, and production by Project Symphogear G.

■ Main Characters

Hibiki Tachibana is a Symphogear user who was fused with the third relic, Gungnir, in an accident caused by Noise, and fights with explosive energy and the power to communicate with anyone. Tsubasa Kazanari wears the first relic, Ame no Habakiri, and protects humanity while also working as a top artist. Chris Yukine wears the second relic, Ichiival, and was once an enemy of Hibiki and Tsubasa, but they came to understand each other during the battle and became comrades who fight together. Miku Kohinata is Hibiki's childhood friend, and has strengthened her bond with Hibiki, who became a Symphogear user, overcoming their differences. Maria Cadenzavna Eve is a singer who rose to the top of the US charts, and wears Symphogear, which is no longer under the control of the Japanese government, and rises up against all of humanity. Serena Cadenzavna Eve is Maria's younger sister, a calm person who has adapted to Symphogear. Tsukuyomi Shirabe is a mysterious user who works with Maria and the others, a bold strategist who will do anything to achieve his goal. Akatsuki Kirika is also a mysterious user, a cheerful and cooperative person with common sense, but with a dark past. Dr. Well is seconded from the US Federal Relic Research Institute and is involved in research on connecting relics to living bodies with the Special Disaster Countermeasures Mobile Division Second Section. Professor Nastasya is a heretical engineer who supports the operations of Maria and the other users, and has a wealth of knowledge about relics. Kazanari Genjuro is the commander of the Special Disaster Countermeasures Mobile Division Second Section, and his hobby is watching movies. Ogawa Shinji is an agent of the Special Disaster Countermeasures Mobile Division Second Section, whose role is information warfare, and he also serves as Kazanari Tsubasa's manager. Sakuya Fujitaka is an operator who supports the Symphogear users in their battles, and has high information processing capabilities. Aoi Yuri is an operator who backs up the Symphogear users along with Fujitaka, and has a calm and accurate judgment. Sosei Ando is a classmate of Hibiki and Mirai, and has continued to be friends with her even after finding out that Hibiki is a Symphogear user. Shiori Terashima is a classmate of Hibiki and Mirai, and has a gentle personality. Yumi Itaba is a classmate of Hibiki and Mirai, and has a fun-loving personality that loves anime and anime songs. Masahito Shibata is the Vice-Minister of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, and is working hard to protect Japan's national interests and the Symphogear System in the face of an increasingly complex global situation.

■Subtitle

The subtitle of this episode is "Symphogear Doesn't Sing, Senki" Episode 1.

■ Evaluation

"Senki Zesshō Symphogear G Original Short Episode 'Senki Zesshō Shinai Symphogear'" brings out the best of the Symphogear series in just five minutes. The story unfolds very quickly, so viewers won't get bored. In particular, the scene where Tachibana Hibiki's singing voice reverberates is very impactful both visually and audibly. Additionally, the personalities of the characters are well-drawn, and even in a short amount of time, you can get a sense of their backgrounds and feelings.

The animation quality is also high, fully demonstrating Satelight's technical capabilities. The movements in the battle scenes are smooth, and the noise design creates a unique atmosphere. The songs in the film also have a theme of "song," a characteristic of the series, and they strongly move the viewers' hearts.

The acting of the cast is also excellent, especially the three voice actors Aoi Yuki, Nana Mizuki, and Ayahi Takagaki, who express the emotions of the characters realistically. The voice actors of the supporting characters are also unique and add depth to the story.

Overall, this short episode is enjoyable not only for fans of the Symphogear series, but also for viewers new to the series. It is highly praised for its high level of completion, which makes it easy to wrap up the story in such a short amount of time.

■Recommendation

"Senki Zesshō Symphogear G Original Short Episode 'Symphogear That Doesn't Do Senki Zesshō'" is a must-see for fans of the Symphogear series. Not only can you rediscover the charm of the series' worldview and characters, but you can also enjoy the story from a new perspective. It is also recommended for those who have not watched the series. You can experience the charm of the series in just 5 minutes, so if you are interested, be sure to watch the sequel, "Senki Zesshō Symphogear G."

This work is also recommended for music lovers. The quality of the songs in the play is very high, and the fusion of singing and the battle scenes is wonderful. It is a perfect work for those who want to enjoy both anime and music.

Finally, this short episode is a work that will deeply move you in a short time. It is perfect for when you want to relax a little in your busy daily life or when you are looking for a heart-touching story. Please give it a watch.