Code Geass: Akito the Exiled - The Wyvern Divided
Synopsis
With her previous triumphs under her belt, Leila Malcal has now been promoted to Lieutenant Colonel and commanding officer of W-0. After having foiled an attempt to kidnap the General of the European army, she recruits the three perpetrators in order to make up for the lack of W-0's pilots. Ayano Kosaka, Yukiya Naruse, and ringleader Ryou Sayama accept, in hopes of finding a place to belong. When they are ordered to perform a commando raid by dropping into enemy lines, Leila decides to join them to prevent unnecessary casualties. As the unit rushes into the fight, Akito finds himself possessed by an uncontrollable lust for violence, slaughtering anyone that gets in his way. Little does he know, he is soon to come face to face with the one responsible for placing the bloodthirsty curse upon him, someone he is far too familiar with... [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed, with praise for the visuals and action, but criticism towards the story's lack of depth. Some feel it expands the Code Geass universe well, while others find it a weak addition. The quality is perceived as inconsistent, with the story and character development not matching the animation quality.
Strengths
- Expands on Akito's character and relationships.
- Stellar animation and soundtrack.
- Exciting action sequences.
Weaknesses
- Story feels lacking and underdeveloped.
- Voice acting is inconsistent and awkward.
- Relies heavily on prior knowledge of the Code Geass universe.
- Feels like setup for future installments.