Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova DC-
Recap of the Aoki Hagane no Arpeggio: Ars Nova TV series, with approximately 40 minutes of new material. By 2039, global warming had caused sea levels to rise and large amount of territory to be lost. As though in response, a mysterious group of warships clad in mist, "the Fleet of Mist," appeared in every corner of the ocean, and began attacking human ships. In spite of humanity mustering all their strength, they were utterly defeated by the Mist's overwhelming force. All of humanity's trade routes were blockaded by the Fleet of Mist, their political economy was destroyed, and the human race was steadily beaten down. Seven years later, the Fleet of Mist's submarine I-401 appears before cadet Gunzo Chihaya. The humanoid life form that pilots the sub, who should be their enemy, is instead offering her services to mankind.
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Plot Summary
In a future where the oceans have risen and blocked off humanity's shipping routes, the powerful sentient submarine fleet known as the "I-400" and their "Mental Models" are the only defense against a global catastrophe. A young man named Chihaya Gunzou and his friends, aboard the submarine I-401, are the only ones who can challenge the I-400 and their enigmatic leader, Kongou, to restore peace to the world.
Critical Reception
The film 'Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova DC-' received generally positive reviews, particularly from fans of the original manga and anime series. It was praised for its continuation of the established characters and plot, its impressive CGI animation, and its engaging naval action sequences. However, some critics noted that its dense plot might be difficult for newcomers to follow without prior knowledge of the series.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its stunning CGI and impressive naval battles.
- Appreciated by fans for continuing the story and character development.
- Some found the plot somewhat convoluted for those unfamiliar with the series.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the high quality of the animation and the excitement of the action sequences, making it a satisfying watch for existing fans of the franchise.
Fun Fact
The film 'Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova DC-' is a compilation film that recaps the events of the first anime series, interspersed with new scenes and a re-structured narrative that leads into the subsequent movie, 'Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova Ex-'.
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