Gate Keepers 21
Synopsis
Thirty-two years have passed since the initial defeat of the Invaders. A.E.G.I.S is all but dismantled now and has become an underground organization consisting of only a few Gate Keepers left to save humanity. One of the members, Ayane Isuzu, is sick of society as a whole, though she continues to defeat the Invaders out of spite for her father. Suddenly, she learns of the revival of Machine General (Kikai Shogun) and Devil Count (Akuma Hakushaku), but a mysterious ghost girl now accompanies them. It is up to Ayane and the remnants of A.E.G.I.S to stop them and save humanity once again. (Source: ANN)
Audience Consensus
Gate Keepers 21 is viewed as a darker and more serious follow-up to the original series, with improved animation but a potentially less appealing tone for some fans. While praised for its character development and standalone story, some find the music and characters less compelling than its predecessor. The series seems to be generally well-received as a worthwhile addition to the Gate Keepers universe.
Strengths
- Improved animation and upgraded invader designs compared to the original series.
- Well-performed sound effects and fitting background music.
- Character development, especially for Ayane, Miu, and Ghost Girl.
- Standalone story that doesn't require knowledge of the prequel.
- Good voice acting, particularly Mamiko Noto as Ghost Girl.
Weaknesses
- Music is not as good as the original
- Some find the characters less charismatic than in the original series.
- Dark tone might not appeal to fans of the original's light-heartedness.