Ragnarok the Animation
Synopsis
A great evil is sweeping over the realm; an evil that the young swordsman Roan and his life-long companion, the acolyte Yufa, must face head on! For these two travel toward their destiny, from the highest towers to the depths of the underworld, through forest and desert alike. With an ever-growing cast of fellow heroes, fate will grasp these travelers by their very souls and propel the band of skilled adventurers towards a noble end. Or ignoble, if they don't watch their step! Monsters are afoot and the way rife with danger and magic, the path forward may be unclear... But where will is strong, there is a way! Lessons wait in the depths of darkness, and good must prevail. The journey starts now! (Source: FUNimation Entertainment)
Audience Consensus
Ragnarök The Animation receives mixed reviews, with strong opinions on both ends. Fans of the Ragnarok Online game tend to be more critical, often disappointed by the generic storyline and character deviations. Others, unfamiliar with the game, find some enjoyment in the fantasy elements but still acknowledge the weak plot and character development. Ultimately, the series is considered a mediocre adaptation with missed potential.
Strengths
- Some enjoy seeing familiar locations, monsters, and skills from the game animated.
- The art is decent and character designs stick to the original game.
- Some supporting characters like Maya and Takius are well-written and interesting.
Weaknesses
- The story is generic, clichéd, and predictable with a weak plot and uninspired writing.
- Main characters are annoying, bland, and underdeveloped with exaggerated behavior.
- The anime deviates from the original game's story and contains numerous plot holes.
- There is overuse of recycled scenes, flashbacks, and skill animations due to budget constraints.