D.Gray-man HALLOW
Synopsis
Despite the recent Akuma attack, the members of the Black Order are in high spirits as they set about moving to a new base. Immediately upon his arrival, however, Allen Walker is suddenly called by the Central Agency and has his arm forcefully sealed by the Order. He is then led to a surprising meeting with his master, General Cross Marian, who reveals staggering secrets surrounding the enigmatic 14th Noah. A phantom thief incident, the arrival of a mysterious group of Exorcists, the death of an important comrade, and an all-out battle against the Noah Family—just what does this mean for Allen, Yuu Kanda, and the rest of the Order? This is but the beginning of a series of strange, seemingly unconnected events that lead to something far greater. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
D.Gray-man Hallow is a divisive sequel. Fans are split between those who appreciate the return to the manga storyline and improved visuals, and those who are disappointed by the rushed pacing, inconsistent animation, and changes to character designs. The series is seen as a letdown for some due to its failure to capture the essence of the original anime.
Strengths
- Faithful to the manga storyline.
- Improved animation quality.
- Good replacement Japanese voice cast.
Weaknesses
- Rushed pacing; skips important content from the manga.
- Inconsistent animation quality within episodes.
- Unnecessary character design changes.
- Weak English dub; some voice acting is emotionless or grating.