Busou Shinki: Armored War Goddess
Busou Shinki: Armored War Goddess

Busou Shinki: Armored War Goddess

2012TV ShowEnded2 SeasonsJapanese

High school student Masato has been living abroad and only now returning to Japan. On his first day at school, he is awoken by Ann, his Arnval model Shinki. As he hurriedly prepares to depart, Ines, an Altines model, and Lene, an Altlene model, both make their way out of the boxes they have been to neatly packed into. For the sake of their Master, they enthusiastically go about cleaning and squaring away Masato's belongings. In the midst of this, they come across a box labeled Valuable. What could be inside?

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Kou MatsuzonoGenres: Animation, Action, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a future where advanced robotic companions known as Shinki are commonplace, a young man named Masato Kiriya finds himself tasked with managing a group of these sentient androids. Each Shinki possesses unique combat abilities and distinct personalities, leading to a variety of humorous and action-packed situations as they adapt to their new environment and their owner's eccentricities. The series follows their daily lives, their training, and their battles, exploring themes of companionship and artificial intelligence.

Critical Reception

Busou Shinki: Armored War Goddess received a mixed to positive reception, particularly among fans of the original toy line and mecha anime. While praised for its character designs and action sequences, some critics noted that the plot could be somewhat simplistic and the pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its cute character designs and energetic action sequences.
  • Appreciated by fans of the Busou Shinki toy franchise.
  • Criticized by some for a predictable storyline and occasional pacing issues.

Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive, highlighting the appeal of the 'chibi' mecha designs and the interactions between the characters. Many viewers enjoyed the blend of slice-of-life elements with the combat scenarios.

Fun Fact

The anime series is based on a line of collectible action figures produced by Konami, which feature customizable armored female robots.

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