Buddy Complex English Sub & Dub

About Buddy Complex

Here is what Buddy Complex (バディ・コンプレックス) is about, retold in plain terms: an action, drama and mecha anime by Sunrise (2014). The premise: On the first day back after summer break, high-school student Aoba is attacked by a giant robot that appears out of the sky. As he's pursued through the town, his classmate Hina appears in a robot of her own.

Further in, she rescues him, and tells him cryptically that "Dio is waiting for you," before she disappears. This kicks off Aoba's new life as the pilot of the Free Treaty Alliance against the Great Zogiria Republic.

In an action series like this, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Aoba Watase (Yoshitsugu Matsuoka) and Hina Yumihara (Saori Hayami) are two of the characters you will meet early. It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. At 13 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by Sunrise, so the studio's house style defines how Buddy Complex looks and moves on screen. Within the action category, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. With a 6.7/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. On the casting side, Yoshitsugu Matsuoka voicing Aoba Watase gives the lead role a recognizable voice. It aired in 2014, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.