Twice, I have lost my way. So, I do not fear solitude.

Cannan - ''Lonliness''

=]. Love Episode 13 ='] It made me cry =], Alphard's heart died, hands of alive quit dying. That really made me cry at all =']. BTW, I like ryona anime lmfao.. ;D So lazy Imma' go play now bye

So you are an "otaku". What can you expect from Type-Moon's latest anime Canaan? In a nutshell, think of it as Resident Evil meets Madlax... with "yuri goggle" setting OVER 9000! And I'm not even talking about that EPL (Evil Psychotic Lesbian® -- term coined by Erica to describe her favorite kind of character) Liang Qi.

The trick to enjoying this show is to forget about the convoluted, non-sensical plot and just enjoy the kick-ass action, and there're plenty of those spread throughout the show. But if you're the kind that HAS to make sense out of everything, well here's the ultra-condensed version of the story. Potential brain damage alert!


For a show mocked as "gun porn" and "Parkour wank", there's a surprisingly rich cast of characters and *gasp* even some character development. I've always liked "genki girls" so it's not surprising that Yunyun is my favorite. Not only does she provide plenty of comic relief, but there're a few scenes that's actually quite touching. Given how stories/movies usually treat this kind of "sidekick/stooge" type characters, and how she initially reacts to Liang Qi sadistically-cruel order to "just die", I didn't expect her to seriously follow the order and actually try to take Canaan out. I was expecting her to try something funny in order to weasel out of it (as many sidekick/comic-relief characters would do in other shows). Now you can call her action foolhardy, and her justification pitiful (as I think she decided to do it in order to prove -- mostly to herself -- that she's not completely "useless"), but you certainly can't say she doesn't have guts XD

So then, where is this yuri-liciousness you spoke of? Well let's see... the "red string of fate", checked, shopping district "deeto", checked, lover's quarrel, checked, implied make-up s*x, promises to stay by your side, confessions under the moonlight, check check check! XD I was in blissful yuri-heaven throughout most of the show. Until. The. End. Dx

I was disappointed in how it ended. I can accept that Type-Moon didn't want a sappy ending, but I just didn't think their separation was handled well at all. Personally, I'd have preferred to see something along the lines of either: a heart-felt (if not teary-eyed) moment of farewell between Canaan and Maria, or alternatively, replace some of the words from "I'll always feel you in my heart (so I never want to see you in person ever again)" to "one day our paths will surely cross again (and when that happens I'm confident we'll be able to resume our yuri-love-love without getting each other killed)" XD

So for the verdict, if you like "Girls with Guns", Canaan is definitely worth a watch, and you can take this from a fellow "otaku".

It was Canaan's animation which captured me at the very first episode and it was Canaan's animation which carried me through.

The story presents itself in the beginning as something promising, a tight-knit plot which commands both action filled sequences, character building moments as well as heart wrenching twists. Unfortunately near the end of the series several small plot holes left me with far more questions than answers.

The series takes an absent, memory-misted glance on the pasts of each characters and dimly hints at certain motivations without really giving viewers enough to conclude anything either way. The series main Villain, for instance, often changes the reasoning behind why they do what they do--or changes their attitude completely with little apparent reason.

What the plot lacks, the animation style certainly makes up for. Not a single googily eyed still, not one uneven eyebrow, no inexplicable third arms, no odd seizure inducing drawing styles one episode to the other. Canaan is a consistent, ass-kickery in visuals from one episode to the next.

Attention to detail in how each character moves, expresses, backdrops and fighting sequences help round the some-what simple manner in which each main character is drawn.

Character development and the relationships between each character(s) is also a strong main theme and one that Canaan does well.

Overall, if you can and are willing to overlook some minor (or major, depending on your opinion and viewpoint) plot holes to be entertained by great action and great character interaction--that I whole heartily recommend Canaan.

Plot: Canaan is basically about a mysterious virus called the "UA virus" and how it changed the lives of various characters that all seem to be connected in some way.

Graphics: Simply amazing, the graphics are truly something to make you stare in awe at the screen. It can't get much better than this. The top-notch graphics make the intense action even more breath taking and splendid.

Character Development: Overall, the character development is excellent. The characters have unique personalities and their pasts are more than interesting. The way that the anime presents the characters deserves praise.

Music: The OP and ED songs are very good and the music in between the various scenes fits the mood and feel of the anime.

Overall: Canaan is an anime to remember. The plot is great, interesting, and very unique which always leaves me wanting to know what the next episode is going to bring. The graphics are one of a kind and well near impossible to beat, and they enhance the fast and fluid action. The characters are masterpieces and they are sure to catch most people's attention. Some episodes are slower than others but they do not disapppoint. Simply put, this a must watch for anyone looking for awesome action and a good anime to watch.

*Note*: This is my very first review so please don't critisize me too much. Thank you.