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Reality is not the only thing that I’ve turned a blind eye to, as I’ve been watching Gravion and its sequel Gravion Zwei. It’s a 2002 mecha anime produced by Gonzo and directed by non-other than the legendary Masami Obari. If you recognize that name, you know what his shows are comprised of. Awesome mecha, character designs who anatomy defy logic, and…a lot of titillation. A lot. The plot is fairly straightforward. An alien race known as the Zeravire are invading the Earth and only the mysterious Sandman and the occupants of his Saint-Germain Castle hold the key to defeating them; the gravity powered, Super Robot Gravion! Secondary to the central plot, all the main cast have their own objectives and histories that slowly intertwine as the plot unravels.
One Journey Ends. Another Begins.
I’m a big fan of visual novels and interactive adventure games. They do a fantastic job of engrossing me in their narratives while also including just enough additional seasoning by virtue of their medium to rival many traditional novels that I’ve read.
Let's get it out of the way, the titular Umasou (Yummie) is an incredibly adorable baby Ankylosaurus. His huge bubbly and adventurous personality makes you simultaneously root for him and want to protect him at all costs. Heart, our other main protagonist, has a mischievous and strong-willed nature that belies his more compassionate and noble traits.
