Terra Formars Revenge Review: Incredible Evolution and Fierce Battles

"Terra Formars: Revenge": The pinnacle of sci-fi action depicting the terror of space and the struggle of humanity

Terraformars Revenge is a TV anime series based on the manga by Takaya Yuu and Tachibana Kenichi, which aired on TOKYO MX and BS11 from April 2 to June 24, 2016. It consists of 13 episodes, each 30 minutes long, and was animated by LIDEN FILMS and TYO Animations. It is directed by Fukuda Michio, and the copyright of the work belongs to Takaya Yuu and Tachibana Kenichi/Shueisha and Project TERRAFORMARS R.

Story Summary

"Terra Formars Revenge" is set in a future where the terraforming plan for Mars has failed and giant cockroaches called "Terra Formars" threaten the Earth. The story depicts the struggle of humanity as they fight for the survival of the Earth. This work, which follows the first season, depicts the battle between humanity and the further evolved Terra Formars, and the tension continues to build.

Characters and cast

We will introduce the main characters and their cast.

• Michelle K. Davis - Voiced by Daisuke Ono

  Michelle is a leader with a calm and strategic mindset. His tactics and leadership support the team. Daisuke Ono's acting skills as a voice actor add depth to the character of Michelle.

• Alexandra - Voiced by: Sawashiro Miyuki

  Alexandra is a female character with strong fighting abilities, and her presence has a great impact on the story. Miyuki Sawashiro's powerful voice brings out the character of Alexandra.

• Sidney Kirkland - Voiced by: Yuichi Nakamura

  Sydney is a character with a ruthless personality and high combat ability. Yuichi Nakamura's expressiveness as a voice actor realistically portrays Sydney's ruthlessness and combat ability.

• Komatsu - Voice actor: Mikako Komatsu

  Komatsu is the mood maker of the team and a supportive presence for her colleagues. Mikako Komatsu's cheerful voice makes Komatsu's character appealing.

Animation and visuals

The animation for "Terra Formars: Revenge" is a joint production by LIDEN FILMS and TYO Animations, and is of extremely high quality. In particular, the design and movement of the Terra Formars creates a strong visual impact while effectively conveying a sense of fear. In addition, the fluidity and realism of the battle scenes are key elements that draw the viewer in.

The background art also realistically depicts the desolate landscape of Mars, strongly supporting the setting of the story. The color design is based on dark tones, but the vivid colors used in the battle scenes create visual contrast.

Music and Sound

The music for this series was composed by Michiru Oshima, and is used effectively in the tense battle scenes and scenes depicting the characters' emotions. In particular, the powerful melody and lyrics of the opening theme "Breakthrough" symbolize the theme of the story. In addition, the beautiful melody of the ending theme "Shion no Hana" leaves a deep impression on the viewer.

Sound effects also play an important role in emphasizing the realism of the Terraformars' movements and battle scenes. In particular, the roars of the Terraformars and the sounds of battle have the effect of increasing the tension of the viewer.

Storyline and Themes

The story of "Terra Formars Revenge" continues from the first season and depicts the fight against the Terra Formars and the fight for the survival of humanity. The story delves deeply into the backgrounds and feelings of each team member, deeply moving viewers. In addition, by depicting the evolution of the Terra Formars and humanity's response, it also highlights issues of science, technology, and ethics.

The themes of this work are "survival" and "evolution." As humanity fights against the unknown enemy known as the Terraformars, it makes viewers think about the meaning of their existence and their future. In addition, the bonds and friendships between team members are also important themes, resonating with viewers.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Terra Formars: Revenge" has received high praise as a sci-fi action anime. It has been especially praised for the realism of the Terra Formars' design and battle scenes, the depth of the characters, and the quality of the music. The story development and the depth of the theme have also left a strong impression on viewers.

This work is highly recommended for viewers who like science fiction and action, as well as viewers who enjoy deep themes. It is especially a must-see sequel for viewers who have seen the first season. Furthermore, for fans of the original manga, the anime version's interpretation and expression will provide a new perspective.

Related information and recommendations

For viewers who enjoyed "Terra Formars Revenge," we offer the following related information and recommendations.

• Original manga

  The original manga "Terra Formars" by Yu Takaya and Kenichi Tachibana was serialized in Shueisha's "Miracle Jump" magazine, and has since moved to "Weekly Young Jump" where it continues to run. The original manga has a more detailed story and character background than the anime version, so viewers who are interested should definitely check it out.

• 1st season "Terra Formars"

  The first season of "Terra Formars", which is a prequel to "Terra Formars: Revenge", is also produced by LIDEN FILMS and TYO Animation. By watching the first season, you can get a deeper understanding of the story of Revenge.

• Recommended Works
  • "Attack on Titan"

    "Attack on Titan" is also a sci-fi action film that depicts the battle against an unknown enemy and the survival of humanity. Like Terra Formars, it is appealing for its tense battle scenes and deep themes.

  • "death note"

    "Death Note" is a work that deals with issues of ethics and justice, and shares some themes with Terra Formars. It is appealing with its deep story development and portrayal of the characters' psychology.

  • Godzilla series

    The Godzilla series is also a work depicting the battle against giant creatures, and I would recommend it to fans of Terra Formars. In particular, the recent Shin Godzilla has something in common with the series in that it depicts issues of science, technology, and ethics.

summary

"Terra Formars: Revenge" is a sci-fi action anime that boasts extremely high quality. The story depicts the fight against the Terra Formars and the fight for the survival of humanity, and the realistic animation, deep themes, and excellent music are all attractive features that draw viewers in. Highly recommended for viewers who like sci-fi and action, viewers who want to enjoy deep themes, and fans of the original manga. Check out related information and recommended works to enjoy it even more.