The Asterisk War

Synopsis

The Asterisk War, originally titled 学戦都市アスタリスク, is a thrilling anime series that takes place in a futuristic world where battles between talented students are the norm. The story follows the journey of protagonist Ayato Amagiri as he joins the prestigious Seidoukan Academy and gets entangled in the web of complex relationships, intense battles, and dark secrets. Fueled by mysteries surrounding the powerful Ast links, Ayato navigates a dangerous path towards uncovering the truth behind his sister's disappearance. With a mix of action, drama, and romance, The Asterisk War keeps viewers on the edge of their seats with each episode.

Cast

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  Atsushi Tamaru

  Ayato Amagiri (voice)

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  Ai Kakuma

  Julis-Alexia von Riessfeld (voice)

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  Nao Toyama

  Claudia Enfield (voice)

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  Shiori Izawa

  Saya Sasamiya (voice)

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  Ari Ozawa

  Kirin Toudou (voice)

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  Yuma Uchida

  Eishiro Yabuki (voice)

Reviews

The Asterisk War received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its vibrant animation and compelling fight sequences while others critiqued its familiar plot and character tropes. Roger Ebert's website commented, 'The Asterisk War delivers on the action front, with beautifully choreographed battles that showcase each character's unique abilities.' However, Screen Rant noted, 'While visually appealing, the series struggles to rise above the cliches of the genre, leaving some viewers wanting more depth.' Overall, the series maintains an IMDb rating of 6.8/10, attracting fans of the action-packed anime genre.