not that much of a waste compared to those lovely buns

This review is a bit overdue, since we’re already mid-season this Fall and this was a Summer offering. And though Dantalian was overshadowed by other great series being aired at the time (Steins;Gate and Penguindrum, among others), it was a decent series nevertheless.

First off, watching Dantalian no Shoka is like reading an independent clause: it can stand on its own more than a phrase can, but it isn’t enough to be a complete sentence. The series has ample exposition and characterization not to necessarily warrant a sequel, but there just some elements that make the entire series build up to something we will never see. But it seems right to end it that way as well, as if it were the beginning of a Phantom book, locked away only for us to imagine and make legends of.

The only anime where use of "nincompoop" would be appropriate (great job fansubber!)

Gainax ending aside (they’re really living up to their reputation), the entire series can fill your boredom on a lazy Sunday, and though it won’t end your day in a high note, it won’t make you feel bummed either.