Have you ever wondered how fun it would be to be a zombie? The anime series 'Is This a Zombie?' (Kore wa Zombie Desu ka?) will take you into the life of Ayumu Aikawa, a high school boy who is killed but resurrected as a zombie by the beautiful necromancer girl, Yuu Sylwood. A chaotic story full of comedy and fantasy awaits you!
Story Summary (No Spoilers for the Ending)
Ayumu Aikawa, an ordinary high school boy, is killed by an unknown serial killer, but luckily (or unluckily?) he is resurrected as a zombie by the power of Yuu Sylwood, a necromancer girl Ayumu meets by chance. After that, Ayumu's life changes completely. He must adapt to being a zombie who needs to consume protein to maintain his body, and cooperate with the girls in the house, including a werewolf, a vampire, and a necromancer, to fight enemies from a parallel world.
The series unfolds with bright humor. Even though there are fight scenes, they are not too intense, focusing on character interactions and funny situations arising from Ayumu's zombie state.
Performance and Characters
Lead voice actor Junji Majima as Ayumu perfectly conveys the emotions of a naive yet perverted zombie boy. Midori Tsukimiya voices Yuu, who is quiet but full of cuteness. Iori Nomizu as Haruna, the hot-tempered werewolf, also does an excellent job. The voice acting adds charm, making each character unique and memorable.
Direction, Visuals, and Music
The series is directed by Kanbe Mamoru, whose storytelling style is fast-paced and fun. The animation by Studio Deen in 2011 may not be cutting-edge, but it works well in fight and comedy scenes. The opening song 'Ma・Ka・Se・Te Tonight' and ending song 'Soshite Boku ni Dekiru Koto' perfectly match the series' mood.
Editorial Analysis
Our editorial team thinks 'Is This a Zombie?' is an anime that boldly reinterprets zombie lore in a unique way. Having a zombie as the protagonist who lives daily life with mischievous girls brings fresh comedy. The series also touches on accepting oneself as one is—even as a zombie, there is value. However, some parts of the story may feel repetitive and lack deep development. Overall, it's fun and suitable for stress relief.
Verdict
If you're looking for a fun, mindless anime, 'Is This a Zombie?' is a good choice. Although the story isn't deep, the fun characters and comedy will make you smile. Suitable for anime fans who like something unique and not too serious.
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👍 Pros
- +Charming and memorable characters
- +Fresh and unique comedy
- +Fun soundtrack that fits the series
👎 Cons
- −Some repetitive story parts
- −Plot is somewhat shallow
- −Animation may feel a bit dated
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FAQ
It has 2 seasons, totaling 22 episodes (first season 12 episodes, second season 10 episodes), plus 2 OVA episodes.
It's suitable for those who like comedy, fantasy, and light action anime without too much stress.
There are minor fan service scenes, but not too heavy; the focus is more on comedy.
