Celestial Method
Synopsis
A group of friends—Nonoka Komiya, Koharu Shiihara, Shione Togawa, and twins Yuzuki and Souta Mizusaka—once attempted to summon a flying saucer to grant their wishes. After thinking that they failed, they called it a day. However, soon afterward, Nonoka abruptly moved out of Kiriya City, breaking the bond of their circle. Little did the group know, they were successful and the saucer has been floating in the sky since then, waiting to fulfill its purpose. Seven years later, Nonoka returns to Kiriya, all but forgetting everything regarding her life there. She meets Noel, a little girl wearing strange clothes, and through her, Nonoka begins to remember the past and the friends she left behind. From there, she strives to reforge her severed relationship with the others as she uncovers the mysteries connecting Noel, the saucer, and the wishes they once cherished together. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience sentiment towards Sora no Method is mixed. Many viewers found the series visually appealing and musically pleasing, but were ultimately let down by the predictable and melodramatic storyline, as well as the bland and inconsistent character development. While some found the show heartwarming and emotionally resonant, others felt it was boring and failed to live up to its potential.
Strengths
- Beautiful art and animation, with vibrant colors and detailed backdrops.
- The music, including the opening and ending themes, fits the atmosphere well and is memorable.
- Some viewers found the show heartwarming and emotionally resonant, especially towards the end.
Weaknesses
- The story is often predictable and melodramatic, with forced drama and plot points that don't amount to much.
- Characters are often uninspiring, bland, and inconsistent, with questionable motivations and actions.
- Many important questions are left unanswered, and the overall theme can be muddled or reversed.