Merc Storia: The Apathetic Boy and the Girl in a Bottle

Encourage Films Fall 2018
ActionAdventureFantasy
6.7
Quality Score
0.93 (Positive)
Audience Mood
3 / 10
Controversy
9,775
MAL Ratings

Synopsis

Merc Storia takes places in a world where humans and monsters coexist. The protagonist, Yuu, is a healer apprentice and possesses the ability to tame monsters. In a quest to regain the memories of Merc, a girl confined in a bottle, the pair embarks on a journey. (Source: MAL News)

Audience Consensus

The audience generally finds 'Merc Storia' to be a relaxing and heartwarming anime with meaningful episodic stories and beautiful art. While some criticize the simple plots, one-dimensional characters, and inconsistent animation, many appreciate its lighthearted nature and the moral lessons it offers. The anime is best enjoyed as a casual and comforting experience, making it easily overlooked for its simple themes.

Strengths

  • Calming and relaxing to watch
  • Meaningful stories with moral lessons
  • Beautiful backgrounds and music
  • Enjoyable characters and voice acting

Weaknesses

  • Episodic format may become redundant
  • Simple plots and one-dimensional characters
  • Inconsistent animation
  • Overstuffed episodes with rushed writing
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