"Come on, it's Gainax" doesn't really cut it for me after seeing this episode. I'm usually not that enthusiastic about dark-themed anime, but I gave it a go because, well, Gurren Lagann was awesome; hardly any episodes disappointed. Shikabane Hime's first episode felt like some old relic that was dug up from the 90's anime burial grounds. I'm expecting more from titles this season because there are so many of them, and I've expected less from some, but they did an outstanding job.
Long rant short, I'm not willing to give this series any slack just because it's a Gainax title.
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