Logh My Conquest Is The Sea Of Stars

Okay, let's talk Logh: My Conquest Is The Sea Of Stars. You know, that movie before the main series? Some people adore it. I... well, I have thoughts.

The Galactic Empire's First (and Kind Of Sloppy) Steps

It's meant to be this epic origin story. We see Reinhard von Lohengramm climbing the ranks. He's all ambition and golden hair. And, well, a slightly less impressive military genius than he will be.

The plot is, shall we say, a bit… straightforward? There's a lot of "go here," "shoot that," "win battle." No crazy political maneuvering, no complex characters yet. Just pew-pew in space!

The Visuals: Vintage Space Opera Goodness?

Visually, it's definitely 80s anime. Spaceships that look like floating cathedrals are cool. The battles are big and flashy. But compared to the later series? It feels a little…rough around the edges.

Everyone's got that classic anime hair. And those uniforms! You could spot them across the galaxy. They are flamboyant, to say the least!

My Slightly Unpopular Opinion

Here it comes. Brace yourselves. I think it's… good, but not great. There, I said it!

Don't get me wrong, it's not bad. But it lacks the depth and complexity that makes the main series so compelling. It feels like a prologue, not a masterpiece.

I know, I know! I’m probably committing anime blasphemy right now. But hear me out!

Character Development (or the Lack Thereof)

We see Reinhard's early ambition. We get a glimpse of Kirstein’s loyalty. But it feels like a sketch rather than a full portrait.

The other characters are even less developed. They're basically just there to fill out the bridge crew. They react appropriately but barely have any impact to me.

Honestly, it feels like a very long setup episode. A very, very long setup episode.

The Story: All Action, Little Nuance?

The plot is basically "bad guys attack, good guys defend, good guys win." Rinse and repeat.

There are political undertones, sure. The corruption of the Goldenbaum Dynasty is hinted at. But it's not explored with the finesse of the later episodes.

I missed the moral ambiguity! I longed for the agonizing decisions! I wanted the characters to question everything, from the very beginning!

So, Should You Watch It?

Yes, absolutely! But temper your expectations. Think of it as a historical document.

It's essential for understanding Reinhard's origins. It provides context for his future actions. It’s the starting point, however rudimentary.

Just don't expect the same level of brilliance as the main series. It's like the beta version. Functional, but not fully polished.

And hey, maybe you'll completely disagree with me! That's the beauty of art, right? Everyone gets to have their own unpopular opinion.

So, go forth and conquer the Sea of Stars! Just maybe pack a little patience.