Elemental Gelade
Synopsis
After a routine raid, the rookie sky pirate Coud finds a most unusual cargo in his mates' cargo hold: Ren, an "Edel Reid", a race prized by humans for granting special combat power to their partners through "Reacting". He quickly discovers, however, that Ren is even more prized than he expected. The pirate ship is visited by three members of the Edel Reid Complete Protection Agency "Arc Aire", who try to purchase her. When Coud refuses, the ship is suddenly attacked by a mysterious force, and Coud's captain charges him with Ren's protection. (Source: ANN)
Audience Consensus
The audience generally finds 'Erementar Gerad' to be an enjoyable, albeit somewhat generic, adventure anime. The character development, particularly the relationship between Cou and Ren, is a highlight. However, some criticize the predictable plot and repetitive animation. The series is considered a decent one-time watch, especially for those who enjoy romance and action.
Strengths
- Good character development, especially between Cou and Ren.
- Enjoyable blend of sci-fi and fantasy elements.
- Soundtrack by Yuki Kajiura enhances the atmosphere.
Weaknesses
- Predictable storyline with few plot twists.
- Repetitive animation sequences (e.g., Reacting scenes).
- Simplistic storyline that reverts back to children's style of storytelling.