Starts off really well - up until the 15-16th episodes it's a constantly engaging show concentrating on a wide range of characters and situations. We see the world from a selection of characters, slowly learning more about their pasts and the area itself. A real strong point is the backstory of Celty and her search for her missing head. Unfortunately, the last eight or nine episodes are a bit of a grind, downgrading to a simple linear storyline focusing on the three dullest characters and their teenage 'angst.' Other than this high school misstep, it seems to be building to a great climax but never seems to. Many characters are simply forgotten (such as the aforementioned Celty) or only pop up to kick some ass before disappearing again. Engaging themes aren't finalised and stories are left untold. Because the first half is of such a high quality, it boths saves and damns the show.

Starts off really well - up until the 15-16th episodes it's a constantly engaging show concentrating on a wide range of characters and situations. We see the world from a selection of characters, slowly learning more about their pasts and the area itself. A real strong point is the backstory of Celty and her search for her missing head. Unfortunately, the last eight or nine episodes are a bit of a grind, downgrading to a simple linear storyline focusing on the three dullest characters and their teenage 'angst.' Other than this high school misstep, it seems to be building to a great climax but never seems to. Many characters are simply forgotten (such as the aforementioned Celty) or only pop up to kick some ass before disappearing again. Engaging themes aren't finalised and stories are left untold. Because the first half is of such a high quality, it boths saves and damns the show.