Twin Star Exorcists
Synopsis
Magano, a parallel realm filled with monsters known as "Kegare," is a place where exorcists deal with all impurities. Benio Adashino is a prodigy exorcist who is recognized for her strength and is summoned to Tokyo by the Exorcist Union. On her way, she plummets into the arms of Rokuro Enmadou, a young exorcist with a troubled past. But the impurities of Magano do not rest. When these two exorcists witness a couple of children stolen by a Kegare, Benio rushes to save them, dragging Rokuro along with her into Magano. Engaged in a fight she is on the verge of being defeated in, Benio is saved by Rokuro, revealing himself capable of being her rival in talent. Sousei no Onmyouji tells the story of two talented exorcists who are destined to become the "Twin Star Exorcists" and the prophesised parents of the Miko—the reincarnation of Abe no Seimei—who will cleanse the world of all impurities. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience opinions on Sousei no Onmyouji are divided. Some viewers enjoyed the character development and emotional aspects, while others criticized the deviation from the manga, inconsistent pacing, and animation quality. The anime has a mix of positive and negative feedback, resulting in a somewhat controversial reception.
Strengths
- Character growth and development, particularly the main characters' relationship from rivals to lovers, is heartwarming.
- The world-building of Magano is visually striking with eerie landscapes.
- Some found the anime emotionally resonant, with tears shed during viewing.
Weaknesses
- The story deviates from the manga, leading to plot inconsistencies and filler.
- Pacing is often slow with boring episodes, and some plot twists are random and poorly executed.
- Animation quality can be inconsistent, especially during fight scenes.