Aldonoah.Zero, was a very impressive anime...well so far. I have only finished Season 1. Being a huge mech anime fan, and having watched every single Gundm series, I had very high expectations going into this. In addition to the high praises, I feel this anime had a lot to live up to for me. I am pleased to say that every expectation has exceedingly been met. While this anime follows the traditional "space war" idea, it makes the story its very own. The concept that most appealed to me while watching this anime, was that both our main characters could be considered the protagonists, despite being on opposite sides. Not that this concept has not been done before, but it is definitely refreshing considering how many animes go the normal route. The character development is also on point. We learn more of our protagonists' pasts as the anime goes on, in addition to them being put in unfavorable positions, further allows the reader to grasp the drive pushing them to do what they do. You can't help but root for both. Not much to say about the animation. It is superb. Just what you would expect from A-1 productions.The music is on point. Every situation is matched with a soundtrack that aids to conveying the emotion wanted. The OP is also on point. I never skipped it. The people pulling the strings though, was to me, almost expected. That's not to say it wasn't a twist or anything. Just a prediction drawn upon some other unorthodox animes I had seen. They are very strict on what they want, and can't be pursaded. They trick people that are weak, despite on their side, on doing what they want. Anything to win the war. The ending of Season 1 though, was very unexpected to me. Currently I am itching to watch Season 2 thanks to it. So far, a very good anime that I would recommend to others.
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