The appeal and reviews of "Fate/Grand Carnival": A new side to comedy and characters

The appeal and reviews of "Fate/Grand Carnival": A new side to comedy and characters

Fate/Grand Carnival

overview

"Fate/Grand Carnival" is an OVA produced as a spin-off of TYPE-MOON's popular series "Fate/Grand Order". It was released by Aniplex on June 2, 2021, and consists of two episodes of 30 minutes in total. It was written by Kinoko Nasu and TYPE-MOON, directed by Seiji Kishi, and animated by Lerche.

story

"Fate/Grand Carnival" is a comedy in which characters from "Fate/Grand Order" come together to participate in various games and events. The story revolves around the protagonists Mash and Ritsuka Fujimaru, who take part in a festival called "Fate/Grand Carnival" with their servants. At this festival, the servants take on various games, and the story progresses with a mix of laughter and emotion.

character

Many characters from "Fate/Grand Order" appear in "Fate/Grand Carnival." Below are the main characters.

  • Mash Kyrielight - A girl who supports the protagonist. Her purity and strength support the story.
  • Ritsuka Fujimaru - One of the main characters, he participates in various events with Mash. His humor and leadership add color to the story.
  • Artoria Pendragon - A servant known as the legendary king. Her strictness and kindness add depth to the story.
  • Gilgamesh - A servant known as an arrogant king. His unique character provides humor to the story.
  • Joan of Arc - A servant known as a saint. Her purity and courage add inspiration to the story.

Background

"Fate/Grand Carnival" is a spin-off work created for fans of "Fate/Grand Order". Supervised by the original author Kinoko Nasu and TYPE-MOON, and directed by Seiji Kishi, it firmly follows the worldview of the original while depicting the characters from a new perspective. Lerche, in charge of animation, skillfully expresses beautiful visuals and humorous scenes, providing visual enjoyment.

Evaluation and Impressions

"Fate/Grand Carnival" is a work that fans can enjoy very much. The characters from the original work are depicted in a comedic style, bringing out a new charm. In addition, each character's personality is well-drawn, making it a work that fans cannot miss. In particular, the way Gilgamesh's arrogance and Artoria's strictness are utilized in the comedic scenes has been praised.

On the other hand, for those who are not fans of the original work, some of the character backgrounds and relationships may be difficult to understand. However, the story itself is very simple and anyone can enjoy it. Overall, it is a wonderful work that combines laughter and emotion.

Recommended points

Here are some reasons why we recommend "Fate/Grand Carnival":

  • New charm of the characters - The characters from the original work are depicted in a comedic style, bringing out new charms. The characters of Gilgamesh and Artoria in particular stand out.
  • Beautiful Visuals - Lerche's beautiful visuals make for a visual treat, especially the character designs and environment details.
  • The balance of comedy and emotion - The balance between comedy and emotion is perfect, so you won't get bored of watching it. The scenes where the servants play games are particularly funny.
  • A must-see for fans - For fans of "Fate/Grand Order", this is a rare work that allows you to see a new side of the characters. If you're a fan, you definitely can't miss it.

Related Titles

"Fate/Grand Carnival" is a spin-off of "Fate/Grand Order". Related works include the following:

  • Fate/Grand Order - The smartphone game on which this work is based. It tells the story of protecting history with various servants.
  • Fate/stay night - The origin of the Fate series. The story is set in the Holy Grail War.
  • Fate/Zero - A prequel to Fate/stay night. The story is set during the Fourth Holy Grail War.

Conclusion

"Fate/Grand Carnival" is a must-see for fans of "Fate/Grand Order," and the characters from the original work are depicted in a comedic style, bringing out a new charm in them. The beautiful visuals, the perfect balance of laughter and emotion, make it a film you will never tire of watching. Even if you are not a fan of the original work, the content is enjoyable, and it is a film that can be recommended to a wide range of people. Please give it a watch.

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