Dears...
Years ago, sometime after Niea invaded the Earth, DearS took up residence as well...
DearS is a fairly fan service heavy series with plenty of bare DearS’ skin on display, including some bare bottoms and bare breasts without nipples, plenty of skimpy attire and some steamy situations and inappropriate dialogue, but, even so, there are no naughty bits. Likewise, apart from the occasional nose bleed, there is, of course, no bloodshed or gore. There’s a political undercurrent running through the series in regards to the nature of DearS and as the series progresses, the politics of DearS society plays an increasingly important role.
DearS has a lot of fan service, but, it’s not so overwhelming that it distracts from the story. The story itself, is a bit weak, particularly in the earlier episodes, but, there is a wonderful tension among the DearS as to what action to take in regards to Ren and Takeya, that builds throughout the series. Takeya finds himself frequently misunderstood and, at times, his ability to say the wrong thing at the most inappropriate time doesn’t help, but, at the core of the series are the questions, what sort of relationship do Ren and Takeya have and how does their relationship impact the community of DearS?
Overall, despite the fan service, DearS is endearing and sweet and was a treat to watch. Of course, there are no naughty bits or bloodshed or gore. DearS is one of the few series for which I have the manga version. Although I wasn’t particularly impressed with the manga, I did thoroughly enjoy the anime. I would give DearS a 3 out of 5.
In DearS, a twist of fate reminiscent of Madox-01, Ren, asleep, in a container, literally falls off the back of a truck, container and all, and ends up in the arms of Takeya, a typical, but, seemingly undeserving high-school-age everyman. Through a series of misunderstandings, Ren, ends up living with Takeya in his apartment and attending the same school and classes as Takeya as a transfer student. Takeya finds himself torn between not being a pervert with Ren and Ren’s desire to please her master. Things get complicated once other DearS become aware of the situation and events take an interesting turn, when Takeya’s younger sister arrives.Volume 1
One year ago, an alien spacecraft crashed into Tokyo Bay, leaving the entire crew stranded on Earth with no means of returning home. In no time, the aliens are granted Japanese citizenship and begin participating in a home-stay program with the local people in order to learn all about human culture. When one DearS goes astray and wanders into the life of an ordinary high school student named Takeya, the adventure begins and this DearS is about to learn things they don't teach you in school!
Volume 2
Like Takeya, even Ren doesn't know that much about the DearS. This fact alone is enough of an insult to the DearS heritage to push Miu over the edge. Miu decides to take it upon herself to properly educate Ren in all that it means to be a DearS; much to Takeya's dismay. Then Takeya's world-traveling sister, Natsuki, stops by for a visit putting her wrestling moves on her older brother. How much physical pain can Takeya endure?
Volume 3
Miu decides to depart her Earthly domicile and challenges Ren to a final duel. The contest seems simple enough, but for Miu, this will mean much more than just a duel. Next up, Neneko needs models for her costumes and she recruits Ren and Miu to do the job, leaving Takeya tongue-tied before the bountiful beauties. And when Miu wins a local contest, everyone enjoys a trip to the hot springs resort, where the water isn't the only thing boiling over.
Volume 4
Takeya worries that he will be held back if he doesn't pass his midterms, so Miu takes the initiative to lead a study group in his apartment. Little does Takeya realize that there are larger forces at work in the universe that will affect his life in ways unimaginable to him.
Ren has been recalled as a defective DearS and, not wishing to return to the DearS ship, Ren runs away only to discover what the true meaning of community is.
DearS is a fairly fan service heavy series with plenty of bare DearS’ skin on display, including some bare bottoms and bare breasts without nipples, plenty of skimpy attire and some steamy situations and inappropriate dialogue, but, even so, there are no naughty bits. Likewise, apart from the occasional nose bleed, there is, of course, no bloodshed or gore. There’s a political undercurrent running through the series in regards to the nature of DearS and as the series progresses, the politics of DearS society plays an increasingly important role.
DearS has a lot of fan service, but, it’s not so overwhelming that it distracts from the story. The story itself, is a bit weak, particularly in the earlier episodes, but, there is a wonderful tension among the DearS as to what action to take in regards to Ren and Takeya, that builds throughout the series. Takeya finds himself frequently misunderstood and, at times, his ability to say the wrong thing at the most inappropriate time doesn’t help, but, at the core of the series are the questions, what sort of relationship do Ren and Takeya have and how does their relationship impact the community of DearS?
Overall, despite the fan service, DearS is endearing and sweet and was a treat to watch. Of course, there are no naughty bits or bloodshed or gore. DearS is one of the few series for which I have the manga version. Although I wasn’t particularly impressed with the manga, I did thoroughly enjoy the anime. I would give DearS a 3 out of 5.
