Onigiri
Synopsis
Ancient Japan is under attack by powerful beings called "Kamikui," and it is up to the "Oni" and his band of eight beautiful female warriors to stop them. Each of these girls have unique skills, abilities, and personalities. They partner themselves with the Oni, Jin, to stop the miasma of darkness sweeping across Japan. Onigiri follows the escapades of Jin and his merry companions as they strengthen their bonds and fend off the demonic invasion. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience sentiment is mixed, with many viewing 'Onigiri' as a passable but ultimately unremarkable short anime. While some appreciate its charm, humor, and connection to the source material, recurring criticisms include a weak plot, underdeveloped characters, and its overt nature as an advertisement. The short episode length is both a pro and a con, making it easy to watch but hindering meaningful story or character development.
Strengths
- Charming art style and character designs.
- Enjoyable comedy, particularly meta humor related to the MMO.
- Good for killing time due to short episode length.
Weaknesses
- Nonexistent or rushed plot with inconsistent scenarios.
- Lack of character development; characters are often cliches.
- Feels like an advertisement for the video game.
- Inconsistent tone and genre shifts may not appeal to all viewers.