Broken Blade
Synopsis
In the continent of Cruzon, an impending war between the Kingdom of Krisna and the nation of Athens is brimming. The people of this land are able to use quartz for whatever purpose they desire. Yet one person, Rygart Arrow, is not. He is an "un-sorcerer," a person unable to use quartz. But this characteristic will enable him to pilot an ancient Golem, one strong enough to put up a fight against the invading army of Athens.
Audience Consensus
Audience sentiment is mixed. Many appreciate the high-quality animation and mecha battles, but are disappointed by the rushed story and underdeveloped characters. The series is seen as having great potential that was not fully realized due to its short length and adaptation choices, leading to a somewhat frustrating but still enjoyable experience for mecha fans.
Strengths
- Fantastic art and animation, especially the hand-drawn mecha
- Intense and exciting mecha battles
- Enjoyable for fans of the mecha genre
Weaknesses
- Underdeveloped story and characters due to the short length (12 episodes)
- Rushed adaptation of the manga, with changes and unanswered questions
- Plot progression can be slow and tiring
- Lacks a detailed explanation of the world and its mechanics