Audience reviews
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_Bubassotto_
Another cliché anime...wait, no it's not ;-;
The beginning of Black Bullet, honestly, gave me a strong feeling of "more of the same." The premise, the characters, and even some situations presented in the first episodes seemed to follow a formula I'd seen many times in other anime. However, as the story progressed, this first impression changed considerably. The work began to present elements that, while not completely innovative, managed to captivate me and make me see Black Bullet in a very different way than I did at the beginning.
One of the main factors that made me continue watching was Kagetane Hiruko. The character has an extremely unique and striking visual style, standing out quite a bit from the more common design that the anime initially presents. Besides his appearance, he h…
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((Review: English - Español))
** English=
The premise is interesting—action, drama, battles, and girls forced to fight—but something about this anime just didn't quite click for me. I think the animation was way too simple for a concept that demanded something more ambitious.
Beyond that, I feel like this story deserved a longer run, maybe 22 episodes. With only 13, it felt like there were way too many loose ends, and the ending was clearly rushed.
So, the story isn't bad, but it didn't fully win me over. It probably came down to the lackluster animation and the fact that 13 episodes just weren't enough. ** Español=
La idea es interesante, acción, drama, combates, niñas que tienen que combatir, pero algo pasó con este anime que no me convenció del todo. Creo que la animación fue muy sim…
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Supposed to be set in a post apocalyptic world and within the first 4 episodes it starts to become clear you won't be getting much background/world building for said world, which is highly disappointing. Almost seemed to have the same premiss of Attack on Titan in terms of a dystopian world where communities are living inside of small cities to keep safe from the outside horrors, however Black Bullet doesn't show other areas outside of Tokyo so we don't know if anything else actually is happening out there. There were a few scenes showing wasteland kinda areas (still inside of Tokyo) but the scenes are very short lived. It focuses on the main characters more than world building and half of the episodes feel rushed, which makes sense after reading it was adapted from 4 out of 7 light novels…
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Take it for what you will, this is an interesting and occasionally thoughtful action packed story about children being forced to grow up quickly to be used by others with power over them. Its about mourning this forced loss of childhood and protecting their innocence where it can be protected amongst the hell thats going on outside. What an awesome premise and such a great idea. Starts strong, tapers off towards the end, a few logical inconsistencies, a couple of should be epic moments just condensed into this odd 'ok objective complete now' when it was obviously meant to be more than that but altogether solid, pulls at your heart strings at a few moments, a show that actually had some original thought and made me feel something.
However some nuance, for whatever reason the author in some…
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Black Bullet is an intriguing anime set in a brutal, post-apocalyptic world where the remnants of humanity struggle to survive against giant creatures known as Gastrea - beings born from an infection with a mysterious virus of the same name. At first glance, the “disaster plus monster battle” premise might seem overused, but here it’s enriched by the unique concept of the Cursed Children - young girls born as virus carriers, endowed with superhuman physical abilities. This element gives the series a distinctive identity and makes it worth checking out.
The world-building is cohesive and saturated with an atmosphere of constant danger. The downfall of humanity is palpable - monumental black monoliths towering in the background serve as a grim reminder of the ever-present Gastrea and the fr…
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Back then, I truly enjoyed some of the battle/fight scenes but now I realized that I always felt disgusted by the promiscuous lolicon relationship the protagonist had with the lolis, comes a bit of a fan-service as well since it's a harem. It is said the author has moved on from this anime, the apocalyptic fast-pace and having mutated children be the frontier of their battles was a unique concept on it's own but overall, this was poorly executed but hey I can't write and draw like the author does so who am I to criticize. Either way, this show had potential but if you're looking for something to watch to kill time, there are a lot more fun things to do than watching this.
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I just binge-watched Black Bullet and I'm still trying to process everything! This anime completely drew me in with its gritty, other world and non-stop action.
I loved watching Rentaro and Enju's partnership grow. it reminded me of those rare friendships that actually make a difference. And those action scenes? Mind-blown. Yeah most of them were sacrifices. The animation was good.
What struck a chord with me, though, was how the show tackled real-world issues like prejudice and exploitation. It made me think about how we treat others, especially those who are different.
Of course, no show's perfect. Some episodes felt rushed, while others dragged. I wished they'd delved deeper into the Gasteria virus and the world's history and that kikunojo guy.
Still, Black Bullet left me breathless…
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very poorly made anime (I suppose the novel is better), they will keep the battles as short as possible scared of spending any of their budget. Not only that, the mc is literally some pus*y ahh dumb ahh, weak ahh, average pacifist mc. bunch of bs. The pacing is also very fast, always random characters appearing and dying.
Art was alright, wasn't too crazy but it wasn't bad. I'll give it a solid 6.5/10
But here is one thing, if you like lolis, this show is perfect for you. Prob the only reason so many people watched this was because of the, you-know.
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"In order for you to have the time to truly decide whether this world is worth saving or not, we need the world to keep existing"
~Please forgive any spelling errors. English is not my native language.
I have my difficulties with "Black Bullet". I started the anime a few years ago, watched two episodes and then stopped again. Now I've seen it finished. So here are my thoughts.
The stucture of Black Bullet:
1. On the one hand, I think that the anime would have benifited from more episodes or a second season. Everything seemed so cramped and rushed to me.
2. On the other hand, I don't know if it was interesting enough to warrant more episodes.
3. Plot points were quickly introduced and rushed through. I was sometimes a bit confused during or at the end of an episode.
The writing of Black…
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"Black Bullet" is an anime that evokes mixed feelings as I watch it. The story's premise, set in a post-apocalyptic world where humanity is threatened by the Gastrea virus, is intriguing and sets the stage for intense action and suspense. Rentaro Satomi's character is compelling, driven by a strong sense of justice and a desire to protect those around him.
However, the anime also delves into darker themes such as discrimination and loss, which can be emotionally taxing. The relationship between Rentaro and Enju, while heartwarming, also highlights the harsh realities of their world and the sacrifices they must make to survive.
Visually, "Black Bullet" is well-executed, with beautifully animated action sequences and a detailed post-apocalyptic setting that enhances the overall atmosphere…
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The story is so...simple, the plot have an interesting things but development of these things are...ok, its not so especial or a very enjoyable, is only okey without another interesting things throughout the story development.
The characters are not bad bur same they are not have any special, they fulfill their function but nothing more. on the other hand, the deaths are really raw, shocking and very hard, i think this thing is the best of all anime.
Finally, the production is really good, same animation as drawing and direction of the chapters are really good and nice to see.
Well, overall I think this series can be entertaining in a certain way.
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Honestly, I was waiting for something more serious from the title. In terms of the fact that I did not expect to see some kind of fanservice at all, that 10-year-olds would dry up on our gg and try almost to have children from him, however, not only 10-year-olds.
The characters are not of particular interest, except for one. Kagetane Hiruko came to me personally. He is one of those antagonists in the first 3 episodes. His style.. and the tricks are just a bomb😘
The plot is neither good nor bad, it seems like they provided everything they needed: A problem of universal scale, saviors, and actually the solution to this problem. They show a good amount of drama related to children. Sometimes it was sad from the moments when a lot of children die under the tyranny of other people. After all,…
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“Black Bullet” is what happens when the writers don’t know what kind of show they want to write and end up creating a generic, middle of the road, jack-of-all-trades of a show… and it sucks at all of it.
Ok, seriously, the writing in this show is abysmal. The show starts as an action show (with a little of Equilibrium (the awesome movie from 2002) vibe, then it tries, not very competently, to be a political thriller for about 2 episodes, then it switches to comedy mixed with a horrendous romcom, only to end as an action show. All in just 13 episodes. Yes, it is exactly as bad as it sounds.
The show follows the exploits of one Rentarou Satomi - a type of security agent who fights Gastrea - type of parasitic monsters, and his 10 year old (yes, it’s that bad) super-human partner - Enju Aih…
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After reading all the reviews there is no doubt the autor got mentally unstable and had to stop the ln. In my opinion it was rally good and the story is a lot different than the other animes so i really liked it. Its true that there are a lot of lolis but still its just the joke overall it was really good.People really hatre it but if its really bad then it woudnt haverating over 5 but itdoes and its fax. There were a lot of deaths in it but taht just make it more realistic since they cant all survive like in otheer animes "TENSURA' uh yeah. Anyways the mc was really kind hearted and idk why people call him lolicon when he is a really nice guy. I would really liked to see another season but sadly they dropped the ln series.
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The anime is a thrilling mix of action, horror, and sci-fi, with a well-developed storyline that keeps you engaged from start to finish. The characters are likable, and their backstories are explored in-depth, making them relatable and easy to root for. The animation is stunning, with vibrant colors and smooth animation that brings the world of Black Bullet to life.
One of the highlights of the series is its themes of friendship and loyalty. Rentaro's relationship with his partner, Enju, is at the heart of the series, and their bond is both touching and inspiring. The series also explores the concept of sacrifice, as the characters are forced to make difficult choices in order to protect humanity.
Another standout aspect of the anime is its action sequences. The fights are fast-paced and…
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Black Bullet fails to retain the momentum from the beginning of the series to the end. The first three episodes are pretty well done, giving characters time to breathe and establish themselves. This however does not last. By the end of the series characters are pushed on the viewer so quickly it is difficult to even remember their names before they bite the bullet. The overall animation is pretty average and the cgi is not awful. The plot is not particularly deep or interesting. With the source of this anime never being completed there is little reason to invest any time in the anime. The op and ed tracks are pretty good though.
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My score: 5/10.
Story: 6/10.
Art style & Animation: 6/10.
My reason for the score: I didn't enjoy much of the season, it was overall decent for me
My Opinion: The story execution was good to me rather than the story itself. The characters are really interesting and sometimes their personalities really influence a lot of the story. The action scenes were good, the songs were decent according to me. The world is also interesting and makes you hook on watching it, sad many of the questions were not answered. it could have turned more interesting if the series would ever get a season 2. There are a lot of dark scenes and war related stuff which really adds a lot to this series. I have mixed feelings in recommending this, some may like it and some may not.
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Quick Review so you don't have to read several paragraphs:
This show is a loli hentai show in disguise as an action show. If you see other reviewers or have friends that tell you this show is good, chances are they are into loli. But this show is for you if you are into that type of stuff.
Moving past that. The show is actually "decent".
Story: Basic yet decent enough to be in the background while studying for hw. The villain is the only memorable part of the show because this show cuts off very fast and yearns for a second season.
MC: decent, nothing new.
Music: does the job
Art: pretty good
Overall, if you like loli hentai or looking for something to pass the time, then it is for you :).
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Overview:
"Black Bullet" is an interesting anime in the sense that while it doesn't do anything particularly original or groundbreaking, it doesn't feel like anything you've seen a hundred times before either. While it does have a fairly rushed story that moves a fair bit too quickly for my liking and some really dark and bleak moments that are sure to turn off a fair few people, there's still a fair amount of enjoyment to be found for those who are fans of post-apocalyptic stories, with some very likable characters, surprisingly good visuals and epic action scenes.
Story (6.5/10):
"Black Bullet" is set 10 years after the planet was ravaged by a devastating epidemic that came to be known as Gastrea, a parasitic virus that turns anyone infected by it into monsters. Now, most humans now re…
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This is an anime I'd call my gateway into watching anime so my opinion will be quite biased. it has a decent level of quality comedy and action and when it gets serious on issues ongoing within its world it goes into it in depth.
The art style is decent for 2014 with as per usual with Japanese VA's good quality there with characters that you can easily come to like and connect with.
black bullet will for the inevitable future have a soft spot in my heart and I suggest eventhough it only has the 13 episodes and the continuation in the light novels to watch it.
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