Neo Angelique Abyss
Synopsis
While the young Angelique lives out her days peacefully in her school, attacks from the monstrous Thanatos has been increasing everywhere else. Two Purifiers show up one day, men with the power to exterminate the Thanatos. One of them, Nyx, attempts to convince Angelique to join them in their work, as she has the power to be the only female Purifier. As Angelique hesitates, a Thanatos shows up in their school. Nyx and the other Purifier, Rayne, fight a losing battle. With her classmates falling prey to the Thanatos, and the Purifiers beaten to submission, Angelique's desire to save everyone awakens. She became the only female Purifier in their land of Arcadia, the one known as the "Queen's Egg".
Audience Consensus
Audience reception to Neo Angelique Abyss is mixed. While some viewers, especially fans of reverse harem and shoujo anime, find it enjoyable as a lighthearted and entertaining series, many criticize its predictable plot, shallow romance, and lack of significant character development. The series is often seen as a 'guilty pleasure' rather than a standout anime.
Strengths
- Appealing to fans of the reverse harem genre.
- Some found the character designs unique and enjoyable.
- The VA casting was well-received by some viewers.
- The series can be enjoyable as a 'guilty pleasure' due to its lighthearted and fun nature.
Weaknesses
- Predictable plot and unoriginal story.
- Shallow romance and lack of character development.
- Boring action sequences and weak antagonists.
- Overly cute and sugary tone may not appeal to all viewers.