Zombie-Loan
Based on the manga by PEACH-PIT, serialised in G-Fantasy. When a human is marked to die, a faint gray line that is invisible to most appears around their neck. As time passes, that ring becomes darker and darker, until it is eventually black, and that person dies. Kita Michiru has an unusual gift - she posses "Shinigami eyes," which allow her to see these rings. When Michiru notices that two of the boys in her Class, Akatsuki Chika and Tachibana Shito not only have rings, but that they`re jet black, they reveal to her that the were supposed to die in a tragic accident six months ago. With the help of the Zombie Loan loan office, they were given a second chance at life, should they be able to pay for their debt by doing the work of Shinigami and killing malicious zombies. They petition Michiru to assist them in their efforts, and she finds her everyday life changing dramatically.
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Plot Summary
Tachibana Chika and Akatsuki Michiru are two students who have the ability to see the 'death circumference' around people who are close to death. One day, they encounter a young man named Shito Kyōsuke who has already died and is technically a zombie, but he is not a mindless creature. He has managed to retain his humanity and is trying to find a way to become human again. The trio team up to help Shito, while also dealing with other supernatural threats.
Critical Reception
Zombie-Loan was generally well-received by audiences, particularly for its unique premise, blend of humor and horror, and engaging character dynamics. While it garnered a following among fans of supernatural anime, critical reviews were more mixed, with some appreciating its dark fantasy elements and others finding its plot sometimes convoluted.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its inventive concept of zombies seeking to regain humanity.
- Appreciated for the comedic chemistry between the main characters.
- Some found the plot progression uneven and occasionally hard to follow.
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Fun Fact
The anime is based on a popular manga series of the same name written and illustrated by Peach-Pit.
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