Tsukuyomi: Moon Phase Special
6.8
Quality Score
0.16 (Mild Positive)
Audience Mood
6 / 10
Controversy
6,355
MAL Ratings
Synopsis
Omake Special from the final DVD volume. The Special storyline has very little to do with the original series outside of having some of the same characters, and has a completely different storyline which does not fit into anything which came before it. (Source: AniDB)
Audience Consensus
Audience reception to the Tsukuyomi: Moon Phase Special is mixed. Some viewers appreciate its lighthearted and silly nature as a departure from the main series' darker tone. However, others find it bizarre, incoherent, and disconnected, ultimately considering it a disappointing addition that doesn't expand on the characters or provide a satisfying conclusion. The special's humor is divisive, with some finding it enjoyable and others missing the charm of the original series.
Strengths
- Offers lighthearted humor and doesn't take itself seriously.
- Provides some enjoyable character moments, particularly between Hazuki and Art.
- Presents a departure from the dark tone of the main series, which some viewers appreciated.
- The characters are funny and likeable.
Weaknesses
- Storyline is incoherent and bizarre.
- The artwork is noticeably different and uses strange techniques.
- Feels disconnected from the main series and provides no meaningful closure.
- Some found it unfunny and a poor representation of the series' strengths.
- Poorly written and unsatisfying ending.
- Characters (especially Seiji) feel inconsistent with the main series.