The Anime You Missed From The Summer 2024 Anime Season

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Summary

  • 2024 offers notable anime like Apothecary Diaries & Blue Box, with memorable releases set to carry into 2025.
  • The abundance of good anime poses a risk of overlooked gems, especially for non-franchise shows.
  • New releases like Makeine, Showshimin, & Atri offer diverse themes & character developments worth watching.

As a seasoned anime enthusiast with over two decades of watching under my belt, I must say that this year has been a breath of fresh air for me. The three series I’ve had the pleasure to delve into – Shoshimin, Atri, and Shoshimin – have truly resonated with my soul in ways that few anime have managed to do.

2024 has been an exceptional year for anime releases with a strong lineup of seasonal offerings. Shows like “Apothecary Diaries”, “Frieren”, “Dandadan”, and “Blue Box” are just a few examples that will undoubtedly linger in the memories of anime enthusiasts as we move into 2025, eagerly anticipating fresh shows, new seasons, and the emotional farewells to our beloved series as they reach their conclusions. This summer season in particular has been exceptional; not only did we see the return of “Oshi no Ko” for its second season, but we were also treated to brand-new anime adaptations such as the shoujo romance titled “Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian”.

In the overwhelming abundance of fantastic anime releases these days, it’s easy to miss out on some true gems. With limited hours in a day and an endless stream of new shows, it seems that lesser-known anime, not tied to established franchises or popular manga series, often struggle to attract and maintain viewers. Today’s article, however, aims to shine the spotlight on those hidden treasures from the Summer 2024 season, ensuring they don’t slip through the cracks.

Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines!

Falling In Love With Rejected Waifus Is More Fun Than It Sounds

“Too Many Losing Heroines”: Kazuhiko Nukumizu’s Tale as a Content Background Character

What stands out about “Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines ” is the unique way its ‘harem’ dynamic unfolds. Nukumizu cultivates genuine friendships with each girl, guiding them past heartbreak and helping them discover their unique strengths, allowing them to shine individually like distinct stars.

This series isn’t like typical harem anime as you might first think; instead, it emphasizes character development in the main protagonist. Nukumizu gradually steps out of his supporting role and learns to embrace himself better, which opens up fresh experiences and situations he wouldn’t have encountered previously. Moreover, no romantic relationships have been established yet, so fans can speculate about pairings (either romantic or platonic) until more of the source material is adapted, if it ever is.

Shoshimin: How to Become Ordinary

Trying Really, Really Hard To Not Be Anime Protagonists

Originating from the same team behind the life-slice mystery anime “Hyouka,” we have the new series titled “Shoshimin: Living Unremarkably.” Contrary to its predecessor, this anime presents a unique twist. Instead of investigating mysteries, our protagonists, Jougorou Kobato and Yuki Osanai, aim to steer clear of them altogether. Kobato’s knack for solving problems often lands him in other people’s business, which is far from welcomed. In an effort to live ordinary lives, he forms a pact with his timid friend Osanai; however, the pair seem to attract extraordinary situations despite their best efforts.

What makes Shoshimin: How to Become Ordinary worth the watch is the unique dichotomy between the duo trying to avoid what most main characters would be actively seeking out to avoid the plot. This gives us unique interactions between the characters, and of course, mini slice-of-life “mysteries” to solve similarly to Hyouka‘s the characters are forced into, one way or another. This anime is perfect if you want a slightly more laid-back version of its predecessor, or you’re looking for chill character dynamics on a relaxing weekend. It’s also a great anime to watch before the second season comes out next year in April of 2025.

Atri: My Dear Moments

Making The Best Of Globing Warming

Atri: My Dear Moments is centered around a visual novel game set in a world where the water levels have risen so much that Earth has lost a large amount of its habitable areas, along with most modern technology. One of the inhabitants affected by this, Natsuki Ikaruga, suffered the loss of his leg in a submarine mishap, thus hindering him from embarking on scientific missions he once envisioned would propel his career. Stranded on a largely deserted island due to these circumstances, Natsuki encounters a woman named Catherine. Through her, Natsuki is introduced to a robot called Atri, which was developed by his grandmother.

“Time is a cruel thief to rob us of our former selves. We lose as much to life as we do to death…”

In the series, it’s disclosed that Atri received a significant task from Natsuki’s granny, yet she can’t recall the details. Moved by this mystery, Natsuki embarks on a personal journey to unravel the mission his grandmother assigned to Atri. This quest eventually restores in him the resolve he once possessed before the submarine mishap. Throughout the storyline, we see how Natsuki realizes his potential and learns about the impact he can have, even within a world he previously believed to be irreparably damaged.

Among the three suggestions given, Atri: My Dear Moments stands out as the most poignant one. This show is particularly touching and deals with mature themes such as growing up, losing faith in your dreams, living with disabilities, and other challenging topics that set it apart from the usual high school-aged superheroes or overpowering isekai protagonists. The unique aspect of this anime lies in its brighter, more optimistic conclusion for the character navigating these complex themes. It’s truly a breath of fresh air to witness such profound themes handled with a positive ending.

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2024-12-25 21:04