Blue Dragon: Trials of the Seven Shadows
Synopsis — from MyAnimeList
After the events of the Blue Dragon series, Shu and Bouquet join a resistance group to fight General Rogi's army of invasion.They encounter a mysterious child , Noi, who has the power to revive Shu's shadow counter-part Blue Dragon, and save her from the pursuit of a red dragon. Now Shu and his company have to set foot once again on a journey to discover the purpose of the dragons, undergo their tests and stop the chains of events which threatens the fate of humanity.
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is lukewarm. The show is criticized for a slow and repetitive plot, irritating characters, and uninspired storytelling, though the visuals and sound are considered adequate. It seems tailored towards a young audience, limiting its appeal to older viewers looking for depth and complexity.
Strengths
- Sound and art are the best part of this show.
- Visually appealing, especially for its target demographic.
Weaknesses
- Story is sluggish and boring for the majority of the show.
- Characters suffer dramatically; idiot syndrome and constant yelling.
- Plot relies on repetitive elements and overused tropes.
- Failed combination of Pokemon and Dragon Ball elements.