Name: Simoun
Genre: Science Fiction
Year: 2006
Rating: Enjoyable
Simoun is set in a world called Daikuuriku. In this earth like planet the inhabitants are all born female and are given the chance to choose their sex at the age of seventeen. The nation of Simulacrum wields the powerful technology of Helical Motors of which are used to give flight to objects. These mysterious motors are the key force behind their nations military. Amongst those who have not yet visited the spring that determines gender a select few are given the chance to become Sibyllae, respected priestesses that pilot Simouns. Powered by the Helical Motors the Simoun are flying machines capable of destroying large forces. The pilots are able to use the Simoun to create Ri Maajons, patterns in the sky that each to its own has special abilities. Amongst the Sibyllae forces the most famous squadron named Chor Tempest consists of the most talented pilots. Aaeru a new member soon joins this force, unlike many others she accepts that Simouns are tools of war and Ri Maajons are not just prayers offered to the gods. Aaeru is faced with questions of war and religion but whats more concerning is the secrets that lie within the ancient Helical Motor technology.
For those who don’t know Simoun is a Yuri series. Simoun would be my first encounter with a Yuri series, my first impression was that the series was much like a Shounen anime with female protagonists. Although I am a fan of shounen content Simoun left quite a good impression on me. Although I haven’t seen many Yuri themed anime Simoun would probably be one of the best ones. The character designs are stunning graphic wise as well as with regards to the personalities portrayed. Aaeru is the typical protagonist you would find in a shounen series, she is straight to the point, has strong determination, holds potential that exceeds other characters skill wise and of course a little naive. The plot itself is quite interesting, there is quite allot of though given in designing the world of Daikuuriku. Theres allot of emphasis on their religion as a whole as well as focusing on each characters own opinion on the laws of Simulacrum. The series however felt a little bit slow from the beginning. If you have seen the series or intend to watch it I have to say that it does get better and more interesting as the series progresses.
