IDOLiSH7 Vibrato
Synopsis
On a cold night, idol group TRIGGER reunite at a bar to celebrate the anniversary of the day they started working together. Two years prior, Ryuunosuke Tsunashi leaves his Okinawan home and heads to Tokyo, hoping to become an idol and pay off his father's debt. While waiting for the manager, he is instead picked up by Gaku Yaotome—son of Yaotome Productions' CEO and Ryuunosuke's future co-worker—and they go to meet the mysterious Ten Kujou, the last member of the group. Gaku wants to confront Ten, as he is dubious of Ten's position as the center of the group. Fortunately, with Ryuunosuke's help, the three of them are able to hit it off, and thus TRIGGER is born. However, there still remain obstacles they have to overcome before their rise to fame. In the present day, their rivals IDOLiSH7 also have their own set of problems. From planning what to do on their free days to resolving a long-lasting dispute, they are ready to work together and face these problems head-on. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, especially among existing fans of the IDOLiSH7 franchise, who appreciate the focus on TRIGGER's backstory and character development. The series is praised for its art and music, continuing the established quality of the main series. Some viewers looking for a more complex plot may find the slice-of-life format less engaging, but overall, Vibrato is well-received as a worthwhile addition to the IDOLiSH7 universe.
Strengths
- Expands on the backstory of TRIGGER, a popular group within the IDOLiSH7 universe.
- Maintains the high-quality art and music from the original anime.
- Provides a deeper look into the characters and their relationships.
Weaknesses
- The 'slice-of-life' style may lack a strong overarching plot for some viewers.