Infinite Stratos Encore: A Sextet Yearning for Love
6.8
Quality Score
0.95 (Positive)
Audience Mood
3 / 10
Controversy
70,507
MAL Ratings
Synopsis — from MyAnimeList
On a hot day of summer vacation, Charlotte's plan to spend time alone with Ichika at his house is somewhat ruined when Cecilia gets the same idea, later followed by Houki, Lingyin and Laura. The next day, Houki helps out at a summer festival being held at her family's shrine and is surprised when Ichika shows up.
Audience Consensus
Audience reception for IS: Infinite Stratos Encore is generally positive, with many fans appreciating the return to slice-of-life and romantic elements. While some critics felt the plot was underdeveloped and the titular mecha were underutilized, the strong character interactions and improved focus on specific relationships, especially between Ichika and Houki, were widely praised.
Strengths
- Above average and visually attractive art style, with crisp and clean character designs.
- High-quality voice acting, with specific praise for Kana Hanazawa's performance.
- Enjoyable character interactions and witty banter, showcasing the bonds between the girls.
- Focus on character development, particularly Houki's overcoming her fears and confessing her feelings.
Weaknesses
- Story feels like it ends too quickly, leaving viewers wanting more.
- The OVA is primarily slice-of-life with little significant plot progression or action.
- The titular mecha/weapons ('IS') make very little appearance, feeling secondary to the character interactions.