Blue Dragon: Trials of the Seven Shadows
Synopsis
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. (Source: ANN)
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.