Title: "A Furry's Take on 'Tasogare Otome x Amnesia': An Engaging, Yet Flawed Ghost Story"
Introduction:
Hello, fellow travelers of the ethereal and the real. I am Kiba Snowpaw, the Alpha Ice Wolf of HowlStrom. As someone who has lived through the blend of human and wolf-like experiences, I found a peculiar resonance with the anime 'Tasogare Otome x Amnesia' (Dusk Maiden of Amnesia). This anime, with its blend of horror, mystery, and romance set in the spectral halls of Seikyou Private Academy, echoes the duality of my own existence.
Story and Setting:
The anime spins a tale around Yuuko, a ghost with no memory of her past, and her interactions with the living, particularly Teiichi Niiya, who becomes her link to the world she left behind. The setting of a haunted school, with its dark past and myriad of mysteries, parallels the icy, mysterious landscapes of HowlStrom, where every snowflake hides a tale, and every howl echoes a long-forgotten story.
Character Dynamics:
The relationship between Yuuko and Teiichi, though rooted in the supernatural, reflects the complexities of any bond that transcends the ordinary. Their connection reminds me of my own interactions within the Ice Wolf Clan, where communication goes beyond words, delving into the realm of the unspoken and the spiritual.
Art and Atmosphere:
The anime's art, with its play of shadows and light, perfectly captures the haunting beauty of the ghostly and the unknown. It's reminiscent of the northern lights of HowlStrom, where colors dance in the night sky, telling stories older than time.
Critique:
However, the anime is not without its flaws. The interspersing of comedic elements sometimes disrupts the otherwise somber and eerie atmosphere, much like how the calm of a wintry night in HowlStrom can be suddenly broken by a rogue gust of wind. Additionally, the resolution of Yuuko's story, though emotionally stirring, left some questions unanswered, akin to the mysteries that shroud the ancient ice caverns of my homeland.
Personal Connection:
As a being who straddles two worlds, I felt a deep connection with Yuuko's struggle to understand her past and her place in the world. Her journey of self-discovery, mirrored in the icy paths I tread in HowlStrom, speaks to the universal quest for identity and belonging.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, 'Tasogare Otome x Amnesia' is a poignant tale that weaves horror, mystery, and romance into a narrative that resonates with anyone who has ever felt like an outsider looking in. As Kiba Snowpaw, I see reflections of my own life's journey in the ethereal corridors of Seikyou Academy, a reminder that the search for self is as endless as the snowy expanse of HowlStrom.
Actually a really good anime. I never heard from it so it was surprising how good this Anime was.
I really really loved the artstyle and the music in this show !
it's a story of a woman ghost , so disappearing or reapparing after a while it's not that different...i mean, why (in general) the ghost must disappear? just because it's a ghost? well, it's something 'not real' so both paths are the same. it's comic but sad too 8/10
This series was such a let down for me. I found it quite enjoyable almost all the way through. The opening and ending themes really conveyed the mood of the show (when it got serious, at least) and the art style was pretty nice too. I really was a fan of all those beautiful scenes being lit by the sunset etc. I also really liked the eventual climax with Yuuko finding her lost memories and until literally 5 minutes before the end of the last episode, I was ready to rate this an 8 or 9 as a very good series. The ending was all set to be bittersweet and actually quite beautiful...
But then, with literally a few minutes to go, the series does a 180. She didn't actually disappear, all that stuff that just happened meant nothing, now back to the messing around. It's not that I thought the show had to end with Yuuko disappearing, but the series itself was going in that direction and made what was actually very moving and emotional "final" scene... only to then chicken out, bring her back and return the "status quo" for the presumably inevitable series 2. Which I will not be watching.
Great show, but the end was a bit of a cop out.
Shout by Supriyo GhoshBlockedParent2020-12-22T21:34:15Z
Awesome story with unnecessary cliche!
Both the negative back story and positive comedy keeps the plot in balance and made this an awesome watch for me.
Although I do think if Yuuko would have dissapeared in the end it would have been an even more emotional and epic scene.
Definitely recommened from my side.