Texhnolyze
Summary: In the dark underground city of Lux, people live in fear and despair under the rule of various criminal factions. Almost secluded from the surface, the gangs' only interaction with the outer world is their mining operation of "raffia," which is the raison d'ĂȘtre of the city.
Available only in Lux, this rare substance is the basis of "texhnolyze" transplants that permit humans to replace parts of their body with cybernetic prostheses. The latter have the particularity not to trigger an immune response in their hosts and the "Class" has the privilege to conduct research on them. This elusive organization, also in charge of the raffia production, delegates its executive authority to a group called Organo led by Keigo Oonishiâa self-righteous man with texhnolyzed legs who is rumored to hear the "voice of the city."
The fragile balance of powers in Lux is disturbed when a mysterious visitor named Kazuho Yoshii begins committing a series of crimes that puts the gangs at each other's throats. In the midst of the chaos, new actors emerge: Ichise, an ex-boxer mutilated by Organo and recently texhnolyzed by Eriko "Doc" Kamata; and Ran, a young florist who can see the future. While Lux steadily plunges into insanity, both Ichise and Ran find themselves involved in the greatest crisis the city has ever faced.
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In the dark underground city of Lux, people live in fear and despair under the rule of various criminal factions. Almost secluded from the surface, the gangs' only interaction with the outer world is their mining operation of "raffia," which is the raison d'ĂȘtre of the city.
Available only in Lux, this rare substance is the basis of "texhnolyze" transplants that permit humans to replace parts of their body with cybernetic prostheses. The latter have the particularity not to trigger an immune response in their hosts and the "Class" has the privilege to conduct research on them. This elusive organization, also in charge of the raffia production, delegates its executive authority to a group called Organo led by Keigo Oonishiâa self-righteous man with texhnolyzed legs who is rumored to hear the "voice of the city."
The fragile balance of powers in Lux is disturbed when a mysterious visitor named Kazuho Yoshii begins committing a series of crimes that puts the gangs at each other's throats. In the midst of the chaos, new actors emerge: Ichise, an ex-boxer mutilated by Organo and recently texhnolyzed by Eriko "Doc" Kamata; and Ran, a young florist who can see the future. While Lux steadily plunges into insanity, both Ichise and Ran find themselves involved in the greatest crisis the city has ever faced.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Texhnolyze Review
Texhnolyze â In the dark underground city of Lux, people live in fear and despair under the rule of various criminal factions. This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.
Thematically, It sits firmly within Avant Garde, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Suspense conventions as a TV work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 7.75). 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 â whether melancholic, exuberant, or contemplative â 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 â 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 â score, incidental music, and sound design â 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 â 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, Texhnolyze 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 Avant Garde, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Suspense, 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
Ichise
Main
Schmidt-FoĂ, Gerrit
German
Ichise
Main
Gross, Justin
English
Ichise
Main
Haga, Satoshi
Japanese
Ichise
Main
del RĂo, Ăngel
Spanish
Ran
Main
Itou, Shizuka
Japanese
Ran
Main
Savage, Carrie
English
Ran
Main
Schramm, Marie-Luise
German
Ran
Main
Giménez, Ariadna
Spanish
Gorou
Supporting
Gotou, Hirohisa
Supporting
Shibata, Hidekatsu
Japanese
Gotou, Hirohisa
Supporting
Sheppard, William Morgan
English
Hal
Supporting
Phillips, Josh
English
Hal
Supporting
Morgenstern, Tommy
German
Hal
Supporting
Okada, Mitsutoshi
Japanese
Hirota, Michiko
Supporting
Sakuma, Kumi
Japanese
Hirota, Michiko
Supporting
Grad, Gina
English
Hirota, Michiko
Supporting
Eberhard, Gundi
German
Ikuse
Supporting
Inui, Ken
Supporting
Sasaki, Seiji
Japanese
Inui, Ken
Supporting
Jaffe, Taliesin
English
Staff
Gotou, Hideki
Producer
Murata, Yoshimichi
Producer
Shikata, Satoshi
Producer
Ueda, Yasuyuki
Producer
Ide, Mie
Assistant Producer
Hamasaki, Hiroshi
Director, Episode Director, Storyboard, Key Animation
Yoshida, Tomohiro
Sound Director
Endou, Takuji
Episode Director
Hirao, Takayuki
Episode Director, Storyboard, Setting
Hong, Hun-pyo
Episode Director
Komai, Kazuya
Episode Director, Storyboard, Key Animation
Matsumura, Yasuhiro
Episode Director, Storyboard
Matsuo, Kou
Episode Director, Storyboard
Okajima, Kunitoshi
Episode Director
Oota, Masahiko
Episode Director, Key Animation
Ozawa, Kazuhiro
Episode Director, Storyboard
Sato, Toshiharu
Episode Director, Storyboard, Assistant Animation Director
Shimazaki, Nanako
Episode Director, Storyboard
Tsuruoka, Koujirou
Episode Director, Storyboard, Assistant Director
Yamamoto, Sayo
Episode Director, Storyboard