stanton17 - 2017-01-30 12:48:02

this went from 0 to 100 so fast, kiss me senpai! 3

carmine.bashirian - 2015-04-15 23:18:00

To expect an elaborate storyline, unexpected plot twists, and incredible character development from an ecchi harem show would be one of the greatest you mistakes you can ever make. I came into Campione with no expectations at all. I merely came to watch an ecchi harem and you know what I got? An awesome show that understands how to make a story despite having fan service and a harem. 

Campione is a story about a guy named Godou Kusanagi who ends up killing the Persian God of Victory, Verethragna. As a result, he receives Verethragna’s power and the title of God Slayer. After that, he basically goes around killing out of control gods no one else can take care of. 

The story may not be refreshing, but hey, it’s a still a story and a coherent one at that. You’re not going to gasp at anything or cry, nope, you’re just going to enjoy the action and smile at the romance. 

Campione actually does have one unique aspect to it. The way he defeats the Gods is through an ability known as Warrior. In a nutshell, if he has sufficient knowledge of the enemy, their defenses begin to crumble and eventually they become mortal, thus making it easier to kill them. What makes it so interesting that he doesn’t just say he knows a lot about the God then proceed to kill him, he actually tells us what he knows. Regardless of whether or not the information about the Gods is valid, I still found it to be one of the best parts of the show. Even if the information isn't true, I felt like I learned something and it was information that actually fascinated me. There’s just something enjoyable about hearing about the origins of Gods of all cultures. I’m sure you’ll love this part of the story too.

Action speaks louder than words, so obviously the whole show isn’t just talking on and on and on about some God’s life. Godou has plenty of other abilities. He has a group of 12 incarnation abilities known as Verethragna’s authorities. To be more specific, he can summon a bull that rivals Hercules’ power or a white stallion with the power of the sun. Each one has a chant, so whenever it felt like he was about to chant, I was always excited and ready to see which animal would come out and how much damage it’d do to the opponent. However, they also have a condition. For example, the bull can only be used on people with inhuman strength and the stallion on people who have committed great sins. So there are those times, when you realize a condition is fulfilled, and you’re like, “Oh, damn, he’s going to do it!” 

Now, now Godou. Don’t try to take all the spotlight. The girls need a piece of the action too and luckily, they do. They don’t just sit back and pray for Godou. Nope, they fight. All of the heroines are some of the best to ever exist in the harem genre, simply because of that. It’s always a pleasure to watch both, the male lead and the heroines, provide the action. 

Now the romance part of Campione is just satisfying as hell. Funny thing is, if the girl is knowledgeable about the enemy god, she can transfer what she knows through a kiss. The Gods have a long history, so you know what that means ;) The kisses last a good 10, 20 seconds. If that doesn’t satisfy your need for romance, then I don’t know what will. All of the heroines know about some god that the others don’t, so don’t worry, they’re all part of this ever so pleasant romance. 

The show is not going to look like the inside of the Sistine Chapel, but it’s definitely good. The art should not have a negative influence on how you feel about the show. 

The sound isn’t exactly memorable or catchy, but it’s not that bad. Plus you can always skip it, so if you end up really not liking the opening and ending, just skip it and go on with the show. Making yourself listen to it, then calling the show mediocre because you didn’t like the opening and ending, wouldn’t be a wise nor friendly decision. Also I didn’t find any of the character’s voices to be annoying, so you shouldn’t have a problem when it comes to the sound department.

The characters aren’t ones you’re going to relate to or see as well-written, but they certainly do have good character traits that led me to love all of them. Lets start with the main protagonist, Godou Kusanagi. He is a great male lead. He says he’s a pacifist, but when it comes down to it, he’s willing to kill. That is one of the greatest qualities a protagonist can have. Kind, but not the most forgiving. Watching villains get spared is pretty annoying and it’s nice that Godou understands. 

As for the female characters, they’re great. None of them are overly violent or annoying. Not to mention, they’re not princesses waiting to be saved. They’re knights who will protect the citizens of their country at all costs. God, isn’t that just splendid? To have girls who aren’t fragile and emotional train-wrecks. 

I, Zeroskye, swear on the River Styx that you will love the protagonist and surely find the bestest girl out of the heroines who just all happen to be best girls.

Campione is an anime that delivers. Nice Action? Check. Awesome Protagonist? Check. Likable Heroines? Check. Romantic Progression? Check. They even decided to educate you about the entities of many different places; from Greece to Persia to Japan. Campione truly is one of the greatest ecchi harem shows to ever exist. 

lionel02 - 2015-04-07 02:07:12

This Anime wasn't a waste of my time. It has a very Enjoyable story there's some scenes that made me in suspense. It was also romantic and had a very cool action but ever since Erika fell in love she isn't so strong as she was back then. But overall the anime was pretty good especially the story but i wished they made a season 2.

antwon.spinka - 2015-01-07 02:56:50

Another great harem series with an action pact plot and some kissing that borderlines hentai. This is a fantastic adaptation to an epic series about Gods, God slayer and Magic.

shanel.hintz - 2014-01-10 01:41:01

If you want to see a story about love action great effects and sheer amazingness!!! go watch another anime cause this review is going to get brutal. I'm no stranger to a harem anime and ill admit that, but this is the worst. I thought the days of shitty catch phrases and repetitive battle and dialog was over, but noooo Campione really wanted to get back to the roots of anime like digimon and sailor moon. Though i can honestly say i enjoyed digimon more and they weren't even bouncing boobs around my face either. Though i can say that at least the main character actually wasn't useless, but he was useless in my heart and that's all that truly matters. I think they spent their entire budget to the saliva detail from their constant french kisses. I had no idea kissing was so meaningful and passionate until he rapes her with his face, which she followed up in acting pregnant. Sorry if you believe that to be a spoiler, but uhhh if you do. please don't ever talk to me. The only reason i finished this anime was because once Iv'e watched half way through i feel its my duty to finish it. I consider myself a pessimist, but i must be the most optimistic person i know for having hope this was going to get any better half way through. So all in all it was the worst harem anime iv'e evr seen.

daryl.howe - 2013-09-27 16:18:55

Imma just say it... Terrible....

This review is going to be very very very short and it will summarize every characteristics of this anime

Story-The main plot was good but the way it was told wasn't . Inserting jokes and fan-service at the wrong times really nailed me :p. Not to mention the way he defeated the enemies were the same every time and he would always beat them with the same weapon every time and it just got tiring to watch from there on

Characters-They came off to me as Bitches Flirty, and not the good way.I mean the girls were cute(duh) but the way they just threw themselves to the guy was too depressing, It standard in Harem I know but the way they really just approached the guy who wasn't even that good looking to begin with threw me off.But no they were cute they just came of too flirty.

Only reason i finished this is because I started it, took me a good 4 months since it was a really grinding watch. The only thing I can praise for this anime is the female character designs, they were cute with their own unique personalities but even those weren't given much depth.

Bottom line It's a waste of time.

P.S this is the first time i wrote a negative review... EVER......
It was that disappointing.

It wasn't bad, Just really disappointing, wasted my time ><