Psychic Squad
Synopsis
They're cute, adorable and three of the most powerful Espers the world has ever seen: Kaoru, the brash psychokinetic who can move objects with her mind; Shiho, the sarcastic and dark natured psychometric able to pick thoughts from people's minds and read the pasts of inanimate objects like a book; and Aoi, the most collected and rational of the three, who has the ability to teleport herself and the others at will. So what to do with these potential psychic monsters in the making? Enter B.A.B.E.L., the Base of Backing ESP Laboratory, where hopefully "The Children" and others like them can become part of the answer to an increasing wave of psychic evolution. It's a win-win solution... Unless you're Koichi Minamoto, the overworked young man stuck with the unenviable task of field commanding a team of three pre-teen girls! (Source: Sentai Filmworks)
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed. While some appreciate the initial premise and character backstories, many find the humor inconsistent and the plot unresolved. The over-reliance on common anime tropes and the questionable handling of some comedic elements further contribute to the divided opinions. The series is ultimately seen as having potential but falls short in execution.
Strengths
- Interesting premise exploring espers and human relations.
- Some humor is genuinely funny, especially Hyobu Kyosuke's trolling.
- Exploration of backstories and motivations of characters, especially Kyosuke.
Weaknesses
- Inconsistent tone, series struggles to balance its serious and comedic elements.
- Over-reliance on anime cliches, such as childish adult characters and black-and-white morality.
- Some humor relies on perversion and tired character quirks that feel obnoxious.
- Lacks a proper ending; the main plot is not fully resolved.