Aria: The Glorious Mundanity of a Terraformed Planet

The article discusses the anime series “Aria: The Animation,” which takes place in a terraformed version of Venice on Mars. The author focuses on the show’s depiction of mundane, everyday life in this fantastical setting, as well as the unique character designs, particularly the questionable appearance of the cat mascot character.

  • Aria: The Animation is a classic slice-of-life sci-fi anime set in a terraformed version of Venice on Mars
  • The author is bothered by the unusual design of the cat mascot character, but acknowledges that such stylized mascot characters are common in anime
  • Despite the quirks, the author praises the show for its optimism and beauty, and its ability to make the mundane feel extraordinary
📚 BookAddict’s Take: This article highlights how even the most mundane aspects of life can be elevated and made extraordinary through skilled world-building and storytelling. Indie authors could learn from Aria’s ability to find wonder in the everyday.

Source: Tor.com  | 
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