Made in Abyss
Summary: The Abyss—a gaping chasm stretching down into the depths of the earth, filled with mysterious creatures and relics from a time long past. How did it come to be? What lies at the bottom? Countless brave individuals, known as Divers, have sought to solve these mysteries of the Abyss, fearlessly descending into its darkest realms. The best and bravest of the Divers, the White Whistles, are hailed as legends by those who remain on the surface.
Riko, daughter of the missing White Whistle Lyza the Annihilator, aspires to become like her mother and explore the furthest reaches of the Abyss. However, just a novice Red Whistle herself, she is only permitted to roam its most upper layer. Even so, Riko has a chance encounter with a mysterious robot with the appearance of an ordinary young boy. She comes to name him Reg, and he has no recollection of the events preceding his discovery. Certain that the technology to create Reg must come from deep within the Abyss, the two decide to venture forth into the chasm to recover his memories and see the bottom of the great pit with their own eyes. However, they know not of the harsh reality that is the true existence of the Abyss.
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The Abyss—a gaping chasm stretching down into the depths of the earth, filled with mysterious creatures and relics from a time long past. How did it come to be? What lies at the bottom? Countless brave individuals, known as Divers, have sought to solve these mysteries of the Abyss, fearlessly descending into its darkest realms. The best and bravest of the Divers, the White Whistles, are hailed as legends by those who remain on the surface.
Riko, daughter of the missing White Whistle Lyza the Annihilator, aspires to become like her mother and explore the furthest reaches of the Abyss. However, just a novice Red Whistle herself, she is only permitted to roam its most upper layer. Even so, Riko has a chance encounter with a mysterious robot with the appearance of an ordinary young boy. She comes to name him Reg, and he has no recollection of the events preceding his discovery. Certain that the technology to create Reg must come from deep within the Abyss, the two decide to venture forth into the chasm to recover his memories and see the bottom of the great pit with their own eyes. However, they know not of the harsh reality that is the true existence of the Abyss.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Made in Abyss Review
Made in Abyss — The Abyss—a gaping chasm stretching down into the depths of the earth, filled with mysterious creatures and relics from a time long past. This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.
Thematically, It sits firmly within Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery, Sci-Fi conventions as a TV work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 8.63). This work explores character dynamics, tonal shifts, and the interplay between narrative ambition and execution. The story's pacing and tonal choices are crafted to complement the central ideas, often emphasizing atmosphere and emotional truth over explicit exposition. The show's ability to evoke a consistent mood — whether melancholic, exuberant, or contemplative — is a recurring strength, and the scenes are constructed so viewers can infer stakes without needing explicit spoilers.
Characterization is a core pillar here. Protagonists and supporting figures are written with distinct motivations and narrative roles; even when archetypal, the series invests in small behavioral details that make choices feel earned. Character arcs are handled with an eye for gradualism: development often arrives through incremental beats rather than abrupt, expository shifts. The interactions between characters create texture, and relationships are used to illuminate both personal flaws and larger thematic concerns.
On the visual front, production values play a significant role. The animation quality varies by sequence but frequently showcases thoughtful direction and composition. Background art, framing, and color palettes are used deliberately to support tone — quieter scenes favor muted palettes while action or heightened emotional beats employ brighter, more kinetic visuals. Direction choices, such as camera movement and shot selection, often elevate scenes beyond their raw script, creating moments that linger in the viewer's mind.
The soundscape — score, incidental music, and sound design — complements the visual language. Music cues are placed to maximize emotional resonance without manipulating the audience with melodrama; this restraint often leads to more authentic emotional payoff. Sound design punctuates key moments, and when the series leans on silence, those quieter moments are given weight by measured audio choices.
Pacing and structure are handled with craft. Episodes are arranged to build tension and release methodically, and the narrative rarely rushes through important emotional beats. That said, the deliberate pacing may feel slow to viewers who prefer faster plot turnover; the reward is greater nuance and an accumulation of meaning across the series. Accessibility is generally good — one can appreciate surface-level pleasures, while repeat or attentive viewing reveals additional layers.
No title is without flaws. Occasional unevenness in subplots or variable animation across episodes can be distracting. Some tonal shifts might feel abrupt if you expect uniformity; others will argue that those shifts are purposeful. These are worth noting, but they seldom undercut the larger achievements of the work.
In sum, Made in Abyss offers a rich experience for viewers who value character-driven storytelling, considered visual design, and a soundtrack that supports rather than overwhelms. For fans of Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery, Sci-Fi, this is an especially rewarding watch. It's recommended for those who appreciate layered narratives and artistry in animation, and best approached with patience and attention to nuance.
Characters & Voice Actors
Reg
Main
Ise, Mariya
Japanese
Reg
Main
Betz, Laurine
German
Reg
Main
Christian, Luci
English
Reg
Main
Bloc, Fanny
French
Reg
Main
Fagnocchi, Tamara
Italian
Reg
Main
Reggio, Sebastián
Spanish
Reg
Main
González, Arelys
Spanish
Riko
Main
Tomita, Miyu
Japanese
Riko
Main
Fölster, Linda
German
Riko
Main
Lauda, Brittany
English
Riko
Main
Combes, Caroline
French
Riko
Main
Maniglio, Giulia
Italian
Riko
Main
Supervía, Tatiana
Spanish
Riko
Main
Veppo, Tamara
Spanish
Bellmore
Supporting
Chafurin
Japanese
Bellmore
Supporting
Jones, Kyle Colby
English
Bondrewd
Supporting
Morikawa, Toshiyuki
Japanese
Bondrewd
Supporting
Siebeck, Oliver
German
Bondrewd
Supporting
Díez, Eduardo
Spanish
Bondrewd
Supporting
Prata, Patrizio
Italian
Staff
Isogai, Noritomo
Producer
Kimura, Atsushi
Producer
Ogasawara, Muneki
Producer, Planning
Ogata, Mitsuhiro
Producer
Takagi, Takayuki
Producer
Takenaka, Nobuhiro
Producer
Yamashita, Shinpei
Producer
Kojima, Masayuki
Director, Episode Director, Storyboard
Yamada, Haru
Sound Director
Haga, Hitoshi
Episode Director, Assistant Director
Iino, Shinya
Episode Director, Storyboard, Assistant Director
Kudou, Toshiharu
Episode Director, Key Animation
Mori, Satoshi
Episode Director, Animation Director
Nakamura, Ryousuke
Episode Director, Storyboard
Son, Seung-Hui
Episode Director
Koyanagi, Keigo
Script
Kurata, Hideyuki
Script, Series Composition
Abo, Takao
Storyboard
Ise, Mariya
Theme Song Performance
Izawa, Shiori
Theme Song Performance