The Tower of DRUAGA -the Aegis of URUK-

I'm not going to explain the story line, it's a review not a summary. Just a heads up :].

The Tower of Druaga - The Aegis of URUK- has a very interesting plot, which is unusual since it is an anime based on a video game. The anime itself is very short, only 12 episodes. However, the character development is great, you get a peak into all the main protagonists stories in the short time you're with them. The action is prevalent, many fight scenes with decent battles. I wouldn't go so far as to say the fight scenes are the reason to watch it, but the action is fair regardless. The music isn't memorable, but it doesn't bother the viewer .

Given the background, the anime seems like you're watching a video game because each character is based off of a cliche game character (clerics, protectors, fighters, bowmen). Gonzo did a fantastic job portraying this game into an anime that way, it makes use of every character giving them all a purpose.

Also, if you enjoy the Aegis of URUK then The Sword of URUK (the follow-up season to the anime) continues the story with the same love-able characters!

I would recommend this anime to anyone who enjoys emotional character bonds and anti-climactic endings with moderate fight scenes. I guarantee plenty of relieved smiles, frantic gasps, and tears of joy throughout the stories progression.

This series was AMAZING :D
It's only 12 episodes (there's two seasons though so , just 24 episodes). If you have nothing else to watch and not alot of time to watch anything, this is perfect for you. I was kindof taking a break from all the popular 100+ shows, and was looking for something good that isn't too long. I just finished Death Note so I wanted something rather funny and had just a little action and I stumbles across this.
The first episode is rather funny though, it may get you not to watch the rest of the series, which is totally up to you. But come, don't judge an anime by just the first episode.
As you go through the anime, you get to see new amazing characters, you also get to embark on the journey with the heroes .
The music was great, I loves the opening and the ending was just amazing :D
So I recommend this anime, go watch it now, you should NOT be reading this right now..
By the time you finish reading this I would probably be done with the second season from how good it is XP
(the animation is great for a show made in 2008 btw) SO GO WATCH IT NOW!!!!!!

The Tower of Druaga is one of the most fun and original Anime series I have ever seen...PERIOD!!! This show makes you feel like you are in a world between a video game and an anime series, so it appeals to viewers on two levels. The characters and plot are complex, but not overly so, and the varying forms of animation keeps the viewers on their toes. With each new episode I found myself wondering what suprises would be in-store. My only two criticisms are as follows: 1. I feel like this series could have been drawn out to 24 episodes instead of only half that. 2. The second half of the series does not follow the same format as "The Tower of Druaga" and in my opinion is significantly inferior, but I will not go into detail as this review is strictly for the Tower. This is a great Anime Series for both people just starting to watch Anime and people like myself who have been Anime fans for decades! Plus, the plots can be enjoyed by people of all ages, from children to full grown adults.

So there i was looking through the anime list and found this one, that 1st episode threw me, but by the time i got done with the second i was hooked. The storyline was epic and i am a hardcore gamer and this anime felt like it was bringing me back to my roots of gaming playing zelda and final fantasy, the old ones. lol but ya this anime is more a long anime moive then anything else. the music was great, and each character was well thought out, then it hit episode 12 and this anime rip my heart open, and i felt like crying at the end, while however sad i was i remember that there was another season of it bac on the anime list but thats another topic, this 1st half of this anime was a day well spent watching and i give this anime a must watch 5 stars. and you must watch other season.

Adapted from fantasy-adventure arcade game, "Tower of Druaga" had became anime series that divided into two season (with 12 episodes each). The first one is "Tower of Druaga - The Aegis of Uruk" and the second season have tittle with "Sword of Uruk".The story used ancient Babylonia kingdom as basic background storyline, that's why the name of 'Uruk, then 'summer of Anu' had many times mentioned. And just like other RPG game, each character have to defeated monsters (enemies) and reach the goal.

Focused on first season, the beginning of story of guardian, Jill Marka joined climber team to reach the top floor of legendary tower. The tower itself have it's own story, rumors said there are Blue Christal Rod, which will granted any wishes, which also have monster guard, Druaga. That's why the tower name is Tower of Druaga. Everyone get excited to get the rod and only for those whom brave are qualified to defeat Druaga. From this point, many men and women form a group of 4-5 member to reach the top of tower by
became the climber.

Fired by his brother's team, Jill trying to form his own group. He met with Kaaya, the priest and figther Ahmey. Three of them start the journey. Sure, it's not a easy task to keep living in the tower. Traps, monsters, labyrinth, and dragon makes climber to fight and work hard more harder. Glad Jill met with Melt and Coopa, they managed to through the difficulties and make a great team works.

Aside Jill cs, the others team having conflict themselves. Under Gilgamesh King, the troops have been sent to defeated Druaga because a chaos happened on Meskia City while the Summer of Anu, a season where monsters came suddenly from sky. Moreover, there an issue to get rid of the King. Then, mysterious girl, who always with Neeba, brother of Jill. And those all conflict related to each other characters and the tower is self.

This journey isn't joke, not a playing around-adventure, it's about life, pride, and will. Jill felt regret for Kally's death and Neeba as his leader mention him as weak and innocence guardian. Jill seem to not to take his brother's word seriously, even yelled back. Just when Ahmey give her last breath, he realize the the word that Neeba have said. Ahmey died during the battle against Druaga. The Uruk Army, led by General Kelb, who has been underestimate climbers, amaze with Jill's spirit to fight back againts Druaga. The teamwork of climbers
and Uruk Army can make up to defeated Druaga.

The famous Blue Christal Rod, that will granted any wish, appears after Druaga vanished. But it's function wasn't for granted any wish. Someone have knew the fact without telling others. The traitor whose betray their team continue the journey to the unknown tower, which no one expect except the Jill's brother and the priest in Jill's team. The story of the first season end, by Druaga defeated and last scene with Jill shout as he kicked from the tower, leaving with question in his mind.

The Tower of DRUAGA series is based off of a game, so it will mostly like remind you of your typical MMORPG. (You know, monsters, character classes, rare items, and such). However even though it is based off a game it is a very well made anime. For me, even though it was a short anime, it was very much enjoyable and the episodes seemed longer than they actually are. (I guess due to them being interesting enough to do that). I'm amazed at how high my scores are for The Tower of DRUAGA- the Aegis of URUK-


Storyline
I actually haven't researched the game nor the storyline of the game but I presume it would be similar to this anime. The storyline is well thought out nonetheless even though it wasn't intentionally developed for an anime. The story is unique, and quite hilarious at times as well. The storyline of The Tower of DRUAGA -the Aegis of URUK- ends abruptly due to it having a sequel and would be best if both of them were not separated. The storyline fits perfectly with the sequel, though that's to be expected.

Music
5-Stars

Characters
It's sad to say that character development is poor in this anime. The main protagonist has the majority of the character development, but it is to be expected especially of the large number of protagonists and the short length of this series. It would be best if we could delve deeper into each character, it would make this anime even more enjoyable. However, the characters are unique with character relationships, but there are very few supporting characters, which can be a good and bad thing. There are also character deaths which definitely increases this anime's appeal.

Animation
I would say that the animation for The Tower of DRUAGA series is top notch. There are many special effects, to be expected if it were based of a game, and the usual animation is very well done as well. It would rank medium-high in my standards for detail which is quite good. There are 3D effects as well, which is also a good and bad thing when paired with 2D animation.

Overall, The Tower of DRUAGA -the Aegis of URUK- is one of the best anime I have watched and if there were more I'd continue. I highly recommend you watch it, but if you do not enjoy the beginning there really wouldn't be much reason to watch the sequel. Anywho, I hope you will enjoy The Tower of DRUAGA -the Aegis of URUK- as much as I did.