Anime Review: Lucky Star

Plot Summary: The series depicts the daily life of several Japanese high school girls with a gentle touch in humour. Each episode consists of several scenes like a collection of 4komas. The main characters are Izumi Konata, Hiiragi Kagami, Hiiragi Tsukasa and Takara Miyuki. The anime also focuses on parodies (of people, TV shows, other anime series etc.).

Storyline: Well, there really isn't a storyline, but if we follow the plot summary, I'll give it a 9/10 for the parodies. The reason it didn't get a perfect ten is because Kyoto Animation said it was supposed to be about NORMAL high school girls, but Konata is way, way, way FAR from normal!

Music: 9.5/10. I was very impressed by Motteke! Sailor Fuku, even though I still prefer Hare hare Yukai. The ending credits were creative, featuring the characters singing existing songs in a karaoke up to episode 12 and live action scenes of Shiraishi Minoru acting like an idiot from episode 13 onwards. Konata's version of Sore ga Ai Deshou and Cha-La Head-Cha-La are still ringing in my ears.

Artwork: 9.5/10. The chibi-style art isn't my favourite type of art, but I do admit that it was nicely done and very suitable. Besides, it's the best way to avoid copyright issues. Wahaha!

Overall: 9.3/10. A very well-made series. It was simple and addictive (like Tetris). I can't find the right words to describe the series, so I'll just say "Brilliant!"