ID: INVADED
Synopsis
The Mizuhanome System is a highly advanced development that allows people to enter one of the most intriguing places in existence—the human mind. Through the use of so-called "cognition particles" left behind at a crime scene by the perpetrator, detectives from the specialized police squad Kura can manifest a criminal's unconscious mind as a bizarre stream of thoughts in a virtual world. Their task is to explore this psychological plane, called an "id well," to reveal the identity of the culprit. Not just anyone can enter the id wells; the prerequisite is that you must have killed someone yourself. Such is the case for former detective Akihito Narihisago, who is known as "Sakaido" inside the id wells. Once a respected member of the police, tragedy struck, and he soon found himself on the other side of the law. Nevertheless, Narihisago continues to assist Kura in confinement. While his prodigious detective skills still prove useful toward investigations, Narihisago discovers that not everything is as it seems, as behind the seemingly standalone series of murder cases lurks a much more sinister truth. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Id:Invaded is a visually stimulating and conceptually ambitious anime that divides audiences. While some appreciate its mind-bending narrative and unique premise, others criticize its reliance on existing tropes, convoluted plot, and weak character development. The series ultimately fails to fully realize its potential, leaving viewers with mixed feelings.
Strengths
- Intriguing and perplexing story with unexpected twists.
- Unique concept of diving into the unconscious mind.
- Fast-paced and engaging, with each episode packed with content.
Weaknesses
- Overcomplicated plot with psychobabble that doesn't always make sense.
- Relies heavily on tropes from other sci-fi shows, lacking originality.
- Inconsistent character development and poorly defined personalities.