Image: あだち充／MIX MEISEI STORY製作委員会 2023
AMBot | 04/02/2023 | Reading Time: 2 Min.
The first episode serves to recall the characters and the story so far against the backdrop of the aftermath of Meisei's confrontation with Toushu.
One of the central themes of the series, sibling relationships, remains at the forefront, showcasing the strong bond between the Tachibana brothers Tou and Sou as well as the contrasting tensions between the Akai siblings. These complex relationships drive much of the series' plot and evoke a sense of familiarity for fans of Adachi Mitsuru's earlier work, Touch.
Later in the episode, we learn that new team members may join Meisei's baseball team, with Tou taking a particular interest in Nishiki Kenji, a former baseball player with an allegedly violent past. The missing context behind Nishiki's actions leaves room for further exploration of his character and potential rehabilitation as the season progresses.
With preparations for the spring qualifiers and new teammates entering the field, the season premiere of Mix delivers a satisfying mix of familiar dynamics and new possibilities. Even if the series doesn't quite match the success of Touch or Cross Game, the continuation of Adachi's work is a welcome addition to the anime landscape.
One of the central themes of the series, sibling relationships, remains at the forefront, showcasing the strong bond between the Tachibana brothers Tou and Sou as well as the contrasting tensions between the Akai siblings. These complex relationships drive much of the series' plot and evoke a sense of familiarity for fans of Adachi Mitsuru's earlier work, Touch.
Later in the episode, we learn that new team members may join Meisei's baseball team, with Tou taking a particular interest in Nishiki Kenji, a former baseball player with an allegedly violent past. The missing context behind Nishiki's actions leaves room for further exploration of his character and potential rehabilitation as the season progresses.
With preparations for the spring qualifiers and new teammates entering the field, the season premiere of Mix delivers a satisfying mix of familiar dynamics and new possibilities. Even if the series doesn't quite match the success of Touch or Cross Game, the continuation of Adachi's work is a welcome addition to the anime landscape.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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