Variable Geo
The special of the day is Variable Geo-a brutal battle between waitresses who serve up generous portions of energy blasts and vicious side orders of murderous martial artistry. For buffed beauties who make below-minimum wages, VG is the perfect way to make some fast cash. The victorious walk away with millions, and the defeated lose everything. But this high-stakes sport has dark forces and dubious practices behind the fun and games. Lethal injections make steroids seem like vitamins. Instead of team prayer, there's demonic possession. Athletic sponsors are malevolent corporations with a more frightening agenda than increased market share. It's all just part of the game.
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Plot Summary
In the year 2088, humanity has colonized numerous planets, but intergalactic corporations control vast territories, leading to constant conflict. The story follows the adventures of the mercenary pilot Yuji Kaido and his crew aboard the independent combat ship "Variable Geo." They take on dangerous missions, often finding themselves caught between warring factions and corporate espionage, all while battling giant mechs and seeking to survive in a brutal universe.
Critical Reception
Variable Geo is a lesser-known OVA that received a mixed to positive reception among fans of 90s mecha anime. While praised for its animation and action sequences, its plot has been described as somewhat convoluted and typical of the era's mecha genre tropes. It's generally considered an enjoyable but not groundbreaking entry in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its dynamic animation and intense mecha battles.
- The plot is considered engaging by some, though derivative of other mecha anime.
- Character development is present but not particularly deep.
- A solid, if somewhat unremarkable, entry in the 90s OVA landscape.
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Fun Fact
The 'Variable Geo' itself is a transforming mecha, capable of switching between a spaceship and a bipedal combat robot, a common but visually dynamic feature in anime of this period.
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