Hikari no ô

The show's potential is wasted. While the story, characters, and art style (where it's present) hold promise, the animation is incredibly lazy - the worst I've seen in a while. Even though the first season had similar issues, they weren't as glaring. It feels like the creators either phoned it in this season, lacked the necessary resources, or simply didn't have the time to polish the animation. There are moments that are practically slideshows.

The passion for the source material was undeniable. Everyone working on the adaptation clearly adored the story and wanted to faithfully translate it to the screen. No wonder, considering the story's strengths: well-developed characters (except maybe Koushi, who grew earlier on), a captivating mystery, and stunning visuals that perfectly capture the fantastical and suspenseful atmosphere.