Polyphonica
Polyphonica

Polyphonica

2009TV ShowEnded2 SeasonsJapanese

Phoron Tatara's no ordinary musician. As one of the rare Dantists who can summon elder spirits using music called Commandia, his gift is so strong that his spirit partner is none other than the infamous Corticarte Apa Lagranges. Sure, she may look like a young girl in her human form, but you don't get nicknames like "The Crimson Annihilator" and "The Bloody Duchess" for sitting back and watching the daisies grow. Now, at the behest of the Tsuge Divine Music Player Office, this dynamic duet travels the continent of Polyphonica on Phoron's combination motorcycle/organ, following the song of the open road, orchestrating rescues and generally fixing whatever's baroque! Some musicians wait for a muse to hit them, but Phoron makes his work for scale!

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Toshiya ShinoharaGenres: Animation, Fantasy, Romance

Plot Summary

In a world where music and magic are intertwined, the story follows Counter Tenor, a young man with the rare ability to create and manipulate 'Polyphonica' – magical music. He becomes involved with the mysterious and powerful "Commanders" and navigates the complex relationships and dangers within this unique society. As he learns to control his powers, he encounters various characters, including a young woman named Yuna, whose fate becomes increasingly linked to his own.

Critical Reception

Polyphonica is a niche anime series that garnered moderate attention for its unique magical system and fantastical world-building. While praised for its artistic direction and musical elements, it received mixed reviews regarding its narrative pacing and character development. Audience reception was generally positive among fans of fantasy anime, though it did not achieve mainstream widespread acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its imaginative world-building and innovative concept of musical magic.
  • Appreciated for its distinctive art style and atmospheric soundtrack.
  • Criticized by some for a slow-paced plot and underdeveloped character arcs.

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Fun Fact

The series is based on a series of Japanese audio dramas and light novels, with the anime adapting elements from these original works.

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