agasfas wrote: Twelve Kingdoms (Juuni Kokki). I've read a lot of reviews and it looks like something I may enjoy. From the looks of it, it seems quite interesting and engaging. I was kind of curious what insight I would get from a christian standpoint. Heck, I would even settle for a general summary/jist of it if at all possible.
I'll try to give you a general summary. I'm up to watching Vol. 8 of Twelve Kingdoms and basically, it is probably one of the most under-appreciated anime I've seen.
The story is so indepth and so intricate that it really keeps your attention. It is more of an epic, or like a great fantasy novel "series" rather than just an anime.
The main character is a bit irritating at the beginning, but you then get over her as she grows up and into her role as the Queen of one of the Kingdoms. There is a lull in the middle of the story, and an ending at around Vol. 4 or 5, can't remember, and you think it's over. But then, it gets even better with the introduction of more characters.
The Rat, I can not spell his name, is a wonderfully Christian-like character. He is a pleasure to watch throughout the series, as he helps the main protagonist and many of the other later characters brought into the story grow up and become who they are meant to be; whether it be to be a great leader, or to be content in their circumstance.
It is the story/epic of the 12 Kingdoms; thus, it goes on about all the kingdoms. If you are a fan of history or of lenthy novels and intricate storylines, you will love 12 Kingdoms.
It is rated 13+ because there is some violence and more adult themes. The religion is completely fantasy, so it is not offensive to our God. It is pure fantasy at its best. There is no fan service.
It is hard to find, since it is Anime Works. They tend to slip in these wonderful series out of the blue, and this one is a gem that has come in under the radar.
You'll like it, Agasfas, and its worth a rent at the least.