Norn9
Guided by a strange, haunting song, elementary-schooler Sorata Suzuhara from the Heisei Era is warped back in time to 1919, in a high-tech ship called Norn9. This ship, flying above towns resembling that of the Meiji or Taishō period, harbours The Gifted, a group of three girls and eight boys with special abilities. As he tries to find a way to return to his time, he discovers incredible secrets about the world and spacetime itself.
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Plot Summary
In a future where humanity has left Earth to live on a distant planet, a group of young people are sent on a voyage aboard the 'Norn-9,' a massive ship. Their mission is to protect the people on board and ensure the continuation of humanity's existence. However, they soon discover that their journey is fraught with hidden dangers and conspiracies.
Critical Reception
Norn9 received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated the premise and character designs, many found the plot to be convoluted, pacing issues, and underdeveloped characters. The anime is often criticized for failing to live up to the potential of its source material.
What Reviewers Say
- The anime's animation and character designs are often cited as a positive aspect.
- The plot is frequently criticized for being confusing and hard to follow.
- Many viewers felt the story did not develop characters or its narrative themes adequately.
Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews and specific audience sentiment is not readily available or consistently documented for this anime.
Fun Fact
Norn9 is based on a popular otome game developed by Idea Factory and Otomate, known for its intricate storylines and multiple character routes.
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