The appeal and reviews of "SOUL EATER NOT!": A new perspective on school life and battles

The appeal and evaluation of "Soul Eater Not!"

"Soul Eater Not!" is a spin-off of the popular manga "Soul Eater" by Ohkubo Atsushi, which was made into a TV anime in 2014. The story is set at the Shinigami Weaponsmith Academy and depicts the school life of ordinary girls. Below, we will introduce the appeal and reviews of this work, as well as related information.

story

The story of "Soul Eater Not!" revolves around the school life of three girls, Tsugumi Harutori, who is "normal" in every way, Meme Tatane, a girl who forgets things too much, and Anya Hepburn, a mischievous princess, at Death Weapon Academy. They lead an exciting school life even in a brutal world. The story depicts their friendship and growth, as well as the battles and trials that they sometimes encounter, providing viewers with laughter and emotion.

character

The main character, Tsugumi Harutori, is a timid and romantic 14-year-old girl who has talent with a halberd. Her self-introduction as a "14-year-old in love with love" describes her personality well. Meme Tatane is a gentle and natural character who is forgetful and sometimes forgets her own name. Anya Hepburn enrolls in the Death Weapon Academy to escape the cramped life in the castle, and is interested in Tsugumi, calling him the "King of the Common People." These three characters are the center of the story and draw the viewer in.

In addition, there are many other unique characters, such as Akane and Clay, the male students of Death Weapon Academy, Eternal Feather, a kind senior in the girls' dormitory, Kana Altair, who is good at tarot readings, Kim Deal, who puts money first, Jacqueline O'Lantern Dupre, a strict honor student, Syd Barrett, a faculty member, Maka Albarn and Soul Eater, who belong to the EAT class, etc. These characters give the story depth and breadth.

Production Staff

"Soul Eater Not!" is an animation production company Bones that beautifully recreates the worldview of the original author, Ohkubo Atsushi. The director is Hashimoto Masakazu, the character designer and chief animation director is Koike Satoshi, the art director is Kato Miki, the color designer is Kikuchi Kazuko, the cinematographer is Fukushi Toru, the editor is Takahashi Ayumu, the sound director is Wakabayashi Kazuhiro, and the music is by Hayashi Yuki and Tachibana Asami. This staff works together to bring out the charm of the original work to the fullest.

Broadcast information

"Soul Eater Not!" was broadcast in total 12 episodes from April 9th ​​to July 2nd, 2014. It was broadcast on TV Tokyo every Tuesday from 1:40am, on TV Osaka every Tuesday from 2:10am, on TV Aichi every Wednesday from 2:35am, on BS Japan every Thursday from 1:58am, and on AT-X every Thursday from 10pm. Repeat broadcasts were also held, with the schedule being set up with the convenience of the viewer in mind. It was also streamed online from midnight on GyaO! and Bandai Channel every Friday.

Theme song

The opening theme is "monochrome," with lyrics by meg rock, music and arrangement by kz (livetune), and vocals by Dancing Dolls. This song plays an important role in livening up the atmosphere of the work. The ending theme is "Yugure Happy Go," with lyrics by Omori Shoko, music and arrangement by Miyazaki Makoto, and vocals by Harutori Tsugumi (Chisuga Haruka), Tatane Meme (Yuki Aoi), and Anya Hepburn (Hayami Saori). This is a warm song that symbolizes the friendship and growth of the three characters.

Evaluation and Appeal

"Soul Eater Not!" will entertain viewers with new characters and storylines while continuing the worldview of the original "Soul Eater." In particular, the school life of the three main characters, depicting their friendship and growth, will impress and inspire viewers. In addition, the battles and trials that arise from time to time will add tension and thrills to the story, drawing viewers in.

The individuality of the characters is also a big attraction. The charm of each character, such as Tsugumi Harutori's timidity and passion, Meme Tatane's naturalness and forgetfulness, Anya Hepburn's contrarianism and curiosity, enriches the story. The other characters also have rich personalities, providing viewers with new discoveries.

The technical skills of the production staff are also worth praising. The beautiful animation by Bones, the skillful direction by Masakazu Hashimoto, and the character design by Satoshi Koike all work together to faithfully recreate the world of the original work. The music is also an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the work, and the music by Yuki Hayashi and Asami Tachibana adds depth to the story.

Related Titles

"Soul Eater Not!" is a spin-off of "Soul Eater" and shares the same worldview as the original. "Soul Eater" is a story set in the Death Weapon Academy, where craftsmen and weapons work together to fight evil. "Soul Eater Not!" inherits the same worldview, but entertains viewers with new characters and stories. By watching both works, you can enjoy the world of Death Weapon Academy even more deeply.

Recommendation

"Soul Eater Not!" is highly recommended for viewers who want to enjoy school life and action. It is especially perfect for those who like stories that depict friendship and growth. It is also a must-watch for fans of the original "Soul Eater" as it allows you to enjoy the world of Shibusen from a new perspective. Furthermore, it is a work that will satisfy viewers who value the quality of animation and music.

This work will provide viewers with laughter and emotion, and you will be able to empathize with the characters through their individuality and growth. Please watch "Soul Eater Not!" and enjoy the new story of the Death Weapon Academy.