Kept it Spoiler Free Ever since the trailer dropped I have been eager to see if this new installment could deliver something different from its liveaction counterparts. Having watched all the episodes I have to say I honestly liked it. Sure Episode 1 felt a bit off mainly due to the way the narration sequence was handled but thats a minor hiccupnot something that would make me switch it off. The worldbuilding starts to shape from the second half of Episode 3 and by Episode 8 everything connects in a way that makes the twists some of my favorites. They are unexpected and fresh especially for a Terminator series giving it an edge that sets it apart. From a story directions perspective the pacing was handled well. The gradual unfolding of the plot allowed to immerse in the world without feeling overwhelmed. The decision to delay certain revelations until later episodes adds to the overall impact and creates a satisfying payoff. The plot is engaging with balancing action and allowing the story to build naturally over time. Kokoros character is wellpresented and Misaki also plays her role in building the story. I found Malcolms skepticism about his own creation to be a nice detailits all wellintegrated into the story. By Episode 8 he is understood and I liked his characterization. The kids were just being kids and I liked how genuine their portrayal wasnot the usual artificial stuff you often see. They served their purpose in the story without feeling shoehorned in. Eiko wasnt given much focus but thats understandable since this was largely a setup arc. A Winning Formula: The timeline concepts added a layer of freshness that recent Terminator films have been missing. There is a careful thought that went into ensuring these concepts were both innovative and coherent preventing too much confusion as the plot advanced. I also liked the portrayal of the Terminator itselfno nonsense just brutal and effective. While gore can be tricky to convey in animated form this show pulled it off quite well. I think this was a successful project both in storytelling and execution. If they decide to make a second season I will definitely be watching it. New Dawn for fans and newcomers For a Terminator fan who has been disappointed by the recent installment this is just that refreshing change and a ray of sunshine you are looking for. And even if you are not a fan it is still a good pick to make your Friday night fun. However keep in mind that this show primarily works as a setup arc and not a selfcontained story and while it briefly touches themes like morality and the nature of being it does not delve into them. The project focuses on rejuvenating interest provide entertainment value set up storylines and in return get expectations from viewers.250https://i.ur.com/sO6kK1v.jpeg