Busou Shinki: Armored War Goddess English Sub & Dub

About Busou Shinki: Armored War Goddess

Here is what Busou Shinki: Armored War Goddess (武装神姫) is about, retold in plain terms: an action, comedy and mecha anime by 8-bit (2012). The setup: The slice-of-life fight story is set in a future that has neither World War III nor an alien invasion—just an ordinary future set after our current age. In this world, robots are part of everyday life, and they contribute in various aspects of society.

Also worth knowing: "Shinki" are 15-centimeter-tall (about 6-inch-tall) cute partners made to assist humans. Equipped with intelligence and emotions, they devote themselves to serving their "Masters. These Shinki can even be equipped with weapons and armor to fight each other.

With action at the core, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Arnval Mk.2 (Kana Asumi) and Strarf Mk.2 (Minori Chihara) are two of the characters you will meet early. This one is best suited to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. The run is 12 episodes in total, so you know what you are signing up for.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by 8-bit, so the studio's house style defines how Busou Shinki: Armored War Goddess looks and moves on screen. The action focus matters here: fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Its 5.9/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. On the casting side, Kana Asumi voicing Arnval Mk.2 gives the lead role a recognizable voice. Released in 2012, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.