Engage Kiss
Engage Kiss

Engage Kiss

2022TV ShowEndedJapanese

Bayron City -- a Mega-Float type city in the Pacific Ocean, which doesn't belong to any particular nation. As the mine for Orgonium, a new energy resource, this city is the most noticed in the world right now, and here special cases caused by demons called "D Hazards" has been occurring frequently. Only a handful of people know about the existence of D Hazards. They are handled by PMCs (Private Military Companies). Shu is a young man living in Bayron City who runs such a company, but his company is tiny. On top of that, he cherry-picks his jobs, so he is always in a bind for money. His life, both publicly and privately, is being supported by the beautiful high school girl Kisara who attends a school in Bayron City.

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IMDb6.7/10
Google Users85%
Director: Takuya HiramitsuGenres: Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance

Plot Summary

In the fictional city of Cameron, known for its offshore private companies and the unique resource of "Kishin," Shu Ogata lives a meager existence, working odd jobs to support himself. His life takes a turn when Kisara, a beautiful but mysterious vampire girl, appears and begins to live with him. Together, they hunt down demons that feed on human negativity, with Kisara's otherworldly powers and Shu's combat skills proving a formidable combination. Their partnership, however, is complicated by their unusual living arrangement and Shu's complicated past.

Critical Reception

Engage Kiss received a mixed to positive reception. Critics and audiences generally praised its unique premise, fluid animation, and engaging character dynamics, particularly the chemistry between the leads. The action sequences were often highlighted as a strong point. However, some found the plot progression to be somewhat uneven, and certain comedic elements didn't always land. Overall, it was seen as an entertaining supernatural action series with a romantic twist.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylish animation and well-choreographed action sequences.
  • The dynamic between the main characters, especially the vampire Kisara and the protagonist Shu, was a significant draw.
  • Some viewers found the plot to be a bit predictable or inconsistent at times.

Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed Engage Kiss, appreciating its blend of action, supernatural elements, and character interactions. The animation quality and the unique vampire romance aspect were frequently mentioned as highlights. While some felt the story could have been more original, the overall sentiment was positive, with many finding it a fun and engaging watch.

Fun Fact

The character designs for Engage Kiss were handled by the renowned anime artist Yokochou, known for her work on series like 'Warlords ofsigurd and 'Kakegurui'.

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