Sonic Soldier Borgman: Lover's Rain
Picking up several years after the dissolution of the original Borgman team, this volume reunites the three remaining members--rocket scientist Ryo, his girlfriend Anise, and police officer Chuck Sweager--for the emotionally-driven episode "Lover`s Rain," which finds the trio facing an army of the undead bent on a rampage of murder and destruction.
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Plot Summary
In the year 2050, a cosmic evil known as the "Evil Force" threatens to engulf the Earth. A special police unit, "Sonic Soldier Borgman," is formed to combat this threat. In this installment, the Borgman team faces a mysterious enemy and a deadly rain that seems to drain the life force from its victims.
Critical Reception
Sonic Soldier Borgman: Lover's Rain is a direct-to-video OVA that, like many of its contemporaries, focused on action and fan service. It is generally remembered as a decent entry in the Borgman series, offering engaging animation for its time and a plot that fits the mecha-anime genre. It received moderate attention within the anime community upon its release.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its dynamic animation and intense action sequences.
- Noted for its classic 90s anime aesthetic and character designs.
- Often cited for its typical OVA-style plot, blending sci-fi with dramatic elements.
Google audience: Audience reviews for this OVA are scarce due to its niche status, but generally reflect an appreciation for its action and visual style typical of 90s anime OVAs.
Fun Fact
The "Lover's Rain" OVA is part of the larger "Sonic Soldier Borgman" series, which originally aired on television as 'Borgman' and later spawned several OVAs with more mature themes and animation.
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