Mi daimon

Let me start with what didn't quite hit the mark for me, something evident right from the trailer - My Daemon boasts a highly distinctive animation style that didn't quite resonate with my tastes. I'm not particularly fond of 3DCGI character models, a realm where Asian creators often struggle, especially during fast-paced action sequences or, worse yet, epic battles that end up feeling rather awkward. The character design, at times, felt clumsy and artificial, particularly during combat scenes, and occasional attempts at "dramatic" bullet-time slow motion only added to the disconnect. While there were some great shots, enhanced by vibrant colors, they were few and far between. Can you get used to this animation style? Perhaps, but I found myself grappling with it throughout, much like the unremarkable music that managed to evoke emotion only in isolated instances. However, it's a missed opportunity because the series boasts a richly crafted environment, with demon designs offering intriguing mutated variations of our current fauna. Despite its shortcomings, the story still managed to draw me in, though there were noticeable issues. For instance, the tenth and eleventh episodes felt disjointed, as if an entire episode was missing between them, and the finale escalated unnaturally quickly. Additionally, the sudden return of a character towards the end felt forced, merely to tie up loose ends. I could go on, but I already feel like I'm giving away too much. On the flip side, I appreciated the thematic depth and character portrayal, set against the backdrop of an intriguing post-apocalyptic world. It offered a compelling glimpse into the society's struggles and dilemmas. In summary, while the series has its strengths and weaknesses, it managed to captivate me enough to binge-watch it in a single day (or maybe because each episode has about 6 minutes worth of credits). Therefore, I'll settle on a 6/10 rating. (25.11.2023)