Beatless English Sub & Dub

About Beatless

Here is what Beatless is about, retold in plain terms: an action, sci-fi and romance anime by Diomedea (2018). In short: With great advancements in technology, mankind has created hIEs, human-like robots that act as public and personal servants for society. Unlike many others, the kind-hearted high school pupil Arato Endou treats hIEs as equals, but his financial situation keeps him from ever owning one.

Another thread: However, his normal life is shattered when an average run to the local grocery store goes horribly awry. Viciously assaulted by a hacked hIE, Arato is on the verge of death; but luckily, he is saved by an abnormal hIE carrying a weaponized coffin. Her name is Lacia, one of five highly advanced hIEs that recently escaped the clutches of the unexplained MemeFrame Corporation.

With action at the core, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Diomedea, which means the visual identity of Beatless follows that studio's craft. Within the action category, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. With a 6.2/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. Released in 2018, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.