We Without Wings – Under the Innocent Sky
Synopsis
Haneda Takashi has a secret he cannot speak of. To leave his dull school-life, he was supposed to have escaped to another world. However, he is reeled in by certain ties on his heart. One of these is Kobato, his awkward younger sister. The other is Watarai Asuka, his negligent girlfriend. Chitose Shuusuke is a poor freeloader. He passes his days working at various part-time jobs. One day, he has a disastrous first encounter with Tamaizumi Hiyoko. The next time they meet, Shuusuke discovers that they are fellow employees at his part-time job. Narita Hayato sees himself as a "hard-boiled" person. Back-breaking jobs are nothing to him. Hayato shuns normal human contact, but, during the nights, he would get together with delinquents and other denizens of the night. One such night, he meets the cheerful and oblivious Otori Naru. The relationships with these girls will greatly affect these 3 young men. But what, exactly, is the relationship these young men have with each other? (Source: AnimeNFO)
Audience Consensus
Audience opinions are very mixed. Some appreciate the unique take on the harem genre and the psychological elements, praising the male characters and art style. However, many find the plot confusing, the fan service excessive, and the female characters bland, resulting in a polarized viewing experience where enjoyment depends on tolerance for the show's flaws and commitment to understanding its convoluted narrative.
Strengths
- Unique story for the genre if you get past the initial episodes.
- Some male characters have unique personalities.
- The art is good, detailed, and well-drawn.
- The story attempts to deal with mental illness
Weaknesses
- Confusing plot with random events and too much fan service.
- Generic female characters with little to no personality.
- Poor pacing, especially towards the ending.
- Inconsistent tone, mixing comedy with serious themes.
- Overabundance of fan service that detracts from the plot.