Ep 1. Collector

In the first episode of Dimension W season 1, titled "Collector," we are introduced to the world in the year 2071 where power is now a scarce resource, which means every household is keenly fighting to have it reserved and utilized for their needs. The world has moved on to a different technology, using energy consumption from different dimensions known as coils. The coils are vital in the production of renewable energy, and there are about 4 million different types. In this episode, we learn about the Collector type of coil, which is somehow out of circulation. The Collector coil is a type that has been hidden for years.

The story commences when we are introduced to a young lady named Mira, who is a robot or an "android" (As the show likes to call them). Mira is serving as a bodyguard to a person of interest. The person is called Kyouma, who is a skilled coil collector and someone with a tragic past concerning the use of technology. Together with Mira, they are contracted to retrieve a lost coil. However, the circumstances surrounding the job appear complicated when a criminal organization gets involved.

Kyouma is shown as a man who doesn't have a liking for advanced technologies, which includes robots like Mira. Nevertheless, he has a great interest in the coil's energy consumption. On the other hand, Mira is a modern android with feelings and operating with her own free will. The difference in their views initiates a constant argument and banter between the two characters.

As the first episode of the season unfolds, we learn that the Collector type of coil might have been stolen to be sold illegally. On further investigation, they discover that the coil had not yet been used, and for some reason, the company that manufactured it announced that the coil was a failure. More, they realize that this coil was not fitted with an ID that could visualize its manufacturer or source from which it was produced. A mystery surrounds this entire situation.

The character build-up is refreshing, and the world's environment is thrilling as it never recedes to exploring new possibilities. The characters, coupled with their different backgrounds, creates an ambiance that keeps us engaging their motives. Each character has a certain persona that keeps you attentive to know more about their stories. Kyouma is revealed as a brooding character, someone that has more going on inside him than he shows. His backstory is largely unknown, which makes his motivations and what led him to become a collector an enigma for the audience. Mira is the show's character that portrays us as to our current world's perspective. Her creation raises an ethical dilemma about whether an android can have feelings and how we should treat them if they can.

The animation of the show is very well done and helps to take us into the futuristic world of 2071. The show's opener is captivating, as it is energetic with its music, animation, and stylistic decisions. The slice-of-life moments with the characters are engaging and create a profound and relatable connection with them.

In conclusion, Dimension W season 1 episode 1, "Collector," provides a solid introduction to the world and its characters, with two main characters differing greatly in their perspectives. The plot is engaging, and the characters are interesting, and the animation creates a rich and captivating world. From the start of the episode, intrigue and curiosity surround the story, and this leaves us gripped to see how matters will unfold.