Have you ever wondered what would happen if the voice in your head became real and took you on an adventure in space? Eldlive, an anime series, presents the story of a boy who has heard a mysterious voice since birth, until one day he is pulled into a space police station and must pass tests to become an officer. With its fun and chaotic characters, this series is another noteworthy work for sci-fi anime fans.
Plot Summary (No Spoilers)
The story follows Chuuta Kokonose, an orphan boy living with his aunt. He has heard a voice in his head for as long as he can remember, but lives a normal life until one day a strange creature follows him home and takes him to a space police station. There, Rein Brickke, head of the Solar System Department, tells him he has been selected by the computer as a candidate for space police. Meanwhile, Misuzu Sonokata, his schoolmate who looks like an angel but has a nasty personality, disagrees with this. Chuuta is initially shocked, but spurred on by the voice in his head and his desire to prove himself, he decides to take the aptitude test.
The series progresses through various fun and dangerous tests, with the help of Dolugh, a mysterious being that appears from the voice in Chuuta's head, and faces many obstacles, including organizational politics and enemies who try to thwart him.
Performance and Characters
The main voice actors do an excellent job. Ayumu Murase voices Chuuta, who seems like an ordinary boy but has determination. Rie Kugimiya voices Dolugh, both cute and powerful. Saori Hayami perfectly conveys the coldness of Misuzu. Each character has a distinct personality, from Chuuta, who seems ordinary but is bold, to Misuzu, who looks good but is sharp-tongued, to Lane Brick (voiced by Tatsuhisa Suzuki), the stern chief, and Vega (voiced by Hiroshi Kamiya), who is mysterious and intriguing. The interactions between characters create fun and humor.
Direction, Visuals, and Music
Eldlive is produced by studio Pierrot, known for its animation. The visuals are colorful, and the character and space world designs are interesting, though not outstanding, but pleasant to watch. The opening and ending themes have a fun rhythm that matches the series' atmosphere, especially the opening which feels exciting. The background music effectively enhances the mood in each episode.
Editorial Analysis
From the editorial team's perspective, Eldlive has an interesting core idea: turning a boy who hears voices in his head into a space police officer. However, the pacing is quite rushed due to only 12 episodes, leaving some points unresolved or underdeveloped. Nevertheless, the series successfully delivers entertainment and humor through lively character interactions, especially the relationship between Chuuta and Dolugh, which is the heart of the story. The weakness is the main plot, which is fairly straightforward and lacks complexity. But for viewers looking for lighthearted fun, this series fits the bill.
Verdict
Eldlive is an anime series suitable for those who want to watch something fun and lighthearted without overthinking. With cute characters and enjoyable voice acting, even though the story is not deep, it is worth watching in your free time, especially if you are a fan of famous voice actors.
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👍 Pros
- +Charming characters with fun interactions
- +High-quality voice acting
- +Fun, lighthearted story suitable for casual viewing
👎 Cons
- −Only 12 episodes, making the story too concise
- −Plot is not complex, may not appeal to those who prefer deep stories
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FAQ
Eldlive has a total of 12 episodes, ending in one season.
It is a psychological sci-fi anime mixed with comedy.
Currently, there is no official Thai dub, but Thai subtitles are available.
No, the story is easy to understand, suitable for general viewers who like light sci-fi.
