So this is what the multiverse looks like...
Am I on LSD or something, because this show sure felt like a trip. A weird premise where 36 students mysteriously got into another dimension where some developed super powers.
I'm not gonna try to sound smart, because it was a struggle to understand just the basic plot of this show. One word that would best describe the story as well as the experience was "surreal." Every start to each episode, instead of a normal anime opening, was a curve ball that made me think I skipped some episodes. The plot seemed like it jumped all over the place.
The bizarreness of the plot got amplified by the transitions and music choice. Throughout each episode, scenes jumped back and forth, creating a sense of disorientation, similarly to how the characters felt. Sometimes it was hard to comprehend if they jumped back in time or not. Then, there's barely any background music, which I thought was a great choice because it symbolized the isolation and created this weirdly calm atmosphere of the whole show.
Even more, this show was vibrant with colors and bizarre visuals. This was where I felt like I'm on a trip. The animation for the characters was also different, and again just add to the unique vibe of the show. Despite the confusing plot, I have to admit that the editing and styles were top notch and creative.
Even though I did not fully comprehend the basic plot, I thought the theme was fairly obvious. Based on the powers of the characters and the title of the show, the show was an abstract and unique look at the coming-of-age stories in many teenagers, and how escapism dissociates themselves from society. It felt experimental, and I appreciated the creativity.
However, I still had trouble with the progression of some of the characters. Some just pop up outta nowhere in certain episodes, while other main characters had questionable developments and decisions. The ending didn't feel so complete and leave out questions about other characters.
Overall, I did enjoy the animation and the arts, but the basic plot was too confusing for my taste. 6.5/10.
