iDOLM@STER Xenoglossia
107 years ago, the Moon was destroyed in a massive cataclysm that shattered Earth's former satellite into 81 quintillion tons of orbital debris. However, thanks to super-science, the Earth itself was saved and today no one really thinks much about that century-past disaster. Which is why when teenage Haruka Amami auditions for something called the Idolmaster Project, she THINKS she's trying out to be a singing idol. Instead, Haruka finds herself at a secret school run by the Mondenkind Agency, living with a group of other girls who have also been selected as candidates to pilot an iDOL - an advanced robot specifically designed to intercept falling chunks of moon rock. Except, the people who run the Mondenkind Agency aren't exactly knights in shining armor. And then there's the question of whether the iDOLs are really JUST robots. Because from almost the first moment, Haruka starts to feel emotions resonating from within the iDOL called Imber.
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Plot Summary
In a future where giant mechs called 'iDOLs' are piloted by young women, the story follows Iori Minase, a gifted idol singer who is thrust into the role of an iDOL pilot. She must navigate the intense world of mecha combat and the pressures of idol stardom, all while uncovering the secrets behind the iDOL system and its connection to the planet Jupiter.
Critical Reception
iDOLM@STER Xenoglossia is a unique spin-off of the popular iDOLM@STER franchise, blending idol elements with mecha action. It received mixed to positive reviews, praised for its ambitious concept and striking animation, but sometimes criticized for its complex plot and deviation from the original game's focus.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its imaginative premise combining idols and mecha.
- Appreciated for its high-quality animation and character designs.
- Some viewers found the plot convoluted and the blend of genres jarring.
Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the series' unique concept and visual presentation, with many appreciating the attempt to blend different genres. However, some found the narrative direction to be less engaging compared to other iDOLM@STER properties.
Fun Fact
Unlike the original iDOLM@STER series which focuses on training idols, Xenoglossia features the idols piloting giant robots, a significant departure for the franchise.
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