ALDNOAH.ZERO English Sub & Dub

About ALDNOAH.ZERO

If you are hunting for a new action series, ALDNOAH.ZERO (アルドノア・ゼロ) deserves a look (2014). The setup goes like this. At its core: In 1972, the Apollo 17 mission found a hypergate to Mars on the surface of the moon. Upon landing, astronauts discovered an enchanted utility later referred to as 'Aldnoah', giving the astronauts a status of superiority.

As things develop, soon, many humans have relocated to Mars, and have adapted to the name 'Martians'. After Princess Asseylum, a royal Martian princess, descends onto Earth in an attempt to create a treaty between both planets, a war breaks out between Earth and Mars, and Martian soldiers begin to descend from the sky.

With action at the core, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Voice work is led by Natsuki Hanae as Inaho Kaizuka and Kenshou Ono as Slaine Troyard. It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. At 12 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by A-1 Pictures and TROYCA, so the studio's house style defines how ALDNOAH.ZERO looks and moves on screen. The action focus matters here: fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. At 7.0/10 it earns a solid reception, a safe pick for fans of the genre. Voice casting, including Natsuki Hanae as Inaho Kaizuka, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. Released in 2014, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.