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Strain: Strategic Armored Infantry
In the distant future, mankind is divided into two factions: Union and Deague. They have waged a war against each other for so long that no one remembers when it first began. Sara Werec, the daughter of a respectable family, is a 16-year old girl who attends a Space Academy where she is training to become a pilot. Her brother, Ralph Werec, had been sent to the frontline to accomplish a special mission when she was 11 years old. The two of them had lost their parents when they were young and the bond between the two is very close. It is Sara’s dearest wish to be reunited with her brother. To do that, she must travel to the battlefield where he is. One day, Sara’s planet is suddenly assaulted by Deague forces. To her surprise, her brother, Ralph, turns out to be one of the raiders who successfully kidnap a mysterious girl sleeping in a capsule.
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Plot Summary
In the year 2207, humanity has expanded into space, but a new threat emerges. The mysterious race known as 'Strains' begins to attack human colonies. Elite soldiers equipped with powerful mechs, known as 'Wars', are deployed to combat this alien menace. The story follows the struggles and bonds of the soldiers fighting on the front lines.
Critical Reception
Strain: Strategic Armored Infantry received mixed to positive reviews, often praised for its animation quality and mecha designs, but sometimes criticized for its narrative complexity and pacing. It found a niche audience appreciative of its military sci-fi themes and action sequences.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its detailed mecha designs and fluid animation.
Appreciated for its intense action sequences and military sci-fi setting.
Some found the plot somewhat convoluted and the character development uneven.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews is not readily available, but general audience reception highlights its appeal to fans of mecha anime and tactical combat.
Fun Fact
The series is known for its intricate mechanical designs, drawing inspiration from various real-world military hardware to create its futuristic mechs.
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