Valkyria Chronicles Season 1 Episode 6 War Correspondent, Fight on!
- May 9, 2009
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The episode War Correspondent, Fight on! of Valkyria Chronicles season 1 takes us through the trials and tribulations of the characters amidst war. The episode is set during the Second Europan War and begins with Isara, Welkin, and Alicia accompanying a war correspondent, Jasper in their tank, Edelweiss. They are tasked with scouting the area for any Imperial threats in order to retake a fortress held by the enemy.
The story picks up pace as the group soon finds themselves in a sticky situation, with the tank being ambushed and Jasper injured. In the middle of the confrontation, Welkin takes charge and begins his strategy to counterattack the enemy forces. The tension in the episode begins to build as the team is also confronted with the issues of propaganda and whether truth is relative. It is seen that the correspondent, Jasper Sonnenbrück makes a rather sensational story exaggerating Welkin's abilities and success.
The episode is packed with action and drama as the group moves closer to the fortress. One can see the characters struggling to come to terms with their emotions, with tensions running high. Isara becomes the voice of reason throughout the episode and remains unflappable despite the danger they face.
As the episode unfolds, more is revealed about the characters that are not only limited to their duties as soldiers. Over the course of the episode, one can see that the characters have personal relationships and histories with each other. It is this that makes the episode all the more gripping.
The episode also manages to successfully illustrate the differing perspectives of war and the way it affects different people. Jasper, the war correspondent, is depicted as someone who sees the war as an opportunity to further his career and to make a name for himself. In contrast, the characters of Valkyria Chronicles are deeply invested in the war and are fighting for the liberation of Gallia.
The animation is beautifully done, and the designs, both of the characters and backgrounds, are stunning. The art style and animation capture the essence of the game, which is set in an alternate universe that is inspired by Europe in the 1930s.
The voice actors did an excellent job of bringing the characters to life, and the music was perfectly timed and executed. It added to the tension and drama of the episode, making it all the more memorable.
In conclusion, Valkyria Chronicles season 1 episode 6, "War Correspondent, Fight on!" is a thrilling episode that manages to capture the essence of the game it is based on. It is a must-watch for anyone who enjoys animated shows filled with action, drama, and personal relationships. The episode does an excellent job of characterizing each of the characters, making them more than just soldiers fighting in a war. It is a powerful episode that illustrates the different perspectives of war and how it affects different people. Overall, it is an excellent addition to the series and sets the tone for what is to come.