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It's absolutely fantastic to see something so bold and original.

This show is utterly compelling because it takes its concept seriously and follows through in exploring it without compromise.

The short Scavengers from 2016 was thrilling for its originality, flair and creativity and I think Scavengers Reign completely justifies expanding that original idea into this season (and hopefully more).

The animation reminds me a lot of Studio Ghibli.

My favourite thing about this show might be the ideas it stimulates for my imagination.

The story itself is fairly simple but is told in a very engaging manner.

Even after just three episodes this has instantly become one my favourites of the year if not potentially number one.

I wish I could watch the rest of it right now, and that is a great sign.

I'll start by admitting that this show was practically made for me. I love shows and movies like this, where humans have been in space for a while and are starting to settle it. The entire premise of this show was tailored specifically to my tastes, it felt like.

As I watched the show, I fell in love with the characters, the complex world-building that came with the planet Vesta, the animation style, and the voice performances. I was enamored with the ecosystem the animators invented on Vesta. It was so creative and complex and beautifully contrasted the simple season arc of "get to the Demeter". It unpacked some heavy and existential ideas, and was an overall creative and wildly original entry into the "alien planet" category of the science fiction genre. I've recommended it to so many of my friends, and I was gutted when I found out that Season 1 would be it's only.

This is a show that, in twenty, ten, even as little as five years' time, will be remembered as a show that deserved more. This show deserves to find its' audience. I would comfortably put money on this show becoming wildly successful with a dedicated fan base if it got to grow and expand into more seasons.

So, in the off chance that someone from HBO or Netflix that has control over this kind of thing sees this, PLEASE RENEW THE SHOW. Give her the fighting chance she deserves!

This show is truly fascinating.

The world and ecosystem that they have created is beautiful, bewildering, scary, gross, ingenious, and most importantly the ideas are fresh.

The animation is top notch at times, but occasionally it seems like scenes were budgeted. (It's hard to tell these days, what some consider "style", others would consider "poor quality" or "lacking detail"). Overall though, the animation serves its purpose very well, and the world and creature design is some of the most creative I've ever seen.

Definitely a show worth checking out for any fans of the sci-fi genre. Truly a thought provoking, mesmerizing, unique piece of media.

This is literally the most imaginative and amazing show I have seen in the last 20 years. I imagine the people that made this grew up like I did watching shows like Alien Planet over and over and wishing they had made more episodes. I was always intrigued by what life could be like on other planets. This is one of the things that makes me like science fiction so much. The mystery of what could be. This show build a world that is many layers deep with plants and animals interacting in ways totally unique. I started it not expecting much as nothing worth watching is made these days. Well I guess I was wrong. This to me is THE BEST show to come out in regards to science fiction in a long time. It is what good alien sci fi should be. It is beautiful and scary and interconnected and just superb in so many aspects I wish more would add focus to. I imagine a show with the biggest budgets made this way but they would just ruin it. I hope they make 20 seasons of this and visit as many or more worlds. Helps you appreciate the wonder in the world. I feel like I don't even have the words this morning as it is early but if it says anything I haven't written a review in probably a year or more. Those are usually because something was so bad never because it was amazing.... this was amazing I wish I could give it 20 stars an oscar and every other award so many shows that don't deserve nothing get.

I find my self at a loss for words, yet I will do my best to try to convince you to watch what could very well be the next groundbreaking Sci-Fi Epic. It has been a while since I'v been this impressed wih anything(animated or otherwise). Let's be honest creative media is a dying bread in modern entertainment. But I ran into the trailer and it looked promising enough. But what I witnessed was something like getting high in church and watching a man outside splitting the river in half with a wand(not religous, nor have I been high, just painting a picture). Breathtaking visuals, accompanied by a fantastic soundtrack makes this a must watch for any sci-fan fan. The voice cast is also excellent. This might be the silver-lining of this year.

I have seen the first 3 episodes. ( my first review ever)

The series creators understands "Show, don't tell", it doesn't hold your hand, and i love it for it, this show is not for everybody, but if you have a love for science fiction and miss the imagination of old school sci fi this is for you.

I have been looking for this for years, i thought this kind of space sci fi was dead... it has this old schools science fiction feel to it, the alien planet feels extraterrestrial, new and fresh. Not just the humanoids on a other planet, that so many other shows in this genre do.

You are joining the protagonists on their journey of survival, exploration and hardship, you learn about the people and planet as the story unfolds mostly visually, giving multiple viewings meaning. After watching 3 episodes i have so many questions, and that is a good thing.

Looking forward to seeing the rest of the show. Fleshing out characters and the world they now inhabit.

Art style is is beautiful and and super creative. You can tell there is put a lot of thought into the world, flora and fauna.

The first episodes have scratch my science fiction itch for now. There are a total of 12 episodes.

I gave it 10\10, not because it is perfect, nothing is, but because of what its traying to do, no other show is even close that i know of the last years.

My only hope is that the show does well and we get more ;)

Sometimes you may not know what to say. Expressing the experience you've had and the emotions it has stirred within you can be very difficult with words. If this experience is something metaphysical or profound, then there's nothing to be done, really. You simply surrender yourself to that experience (like being a pilgrim in Mecca or seeing Jesus in a dream). However, if this experience is created by human hands, that's when we call it art. And Scavenger Reign is a true work of art that has risen like a spring from the midst of the increasingly monotonous visual arts in recent years.

How do I describe it, where do I even begin? My journey with Scavengers began with watching Bennett and Huettner's mind-bending short film. Ever since the news came out that this incredible work would be turned into a series, I had been eagerly awaiting it. Finally, the wait is over, and we managed to watch the first episodes of the series. Oh my God, from the very first second, it promises to fulfill your expectations completely. Every second, every scene is a visual feast that makes you wonder if you'll miss anything and draws you into a different reality. The animation quality, the progression of the story, the music, sound effects... everything is wonderful. My only wish is for it to continue without losing its brilliance.

Movies, documentaries, animations, anime, comics, and other media about life on other planets are not an unfamiliar subject in science fiction. However, the way this subject matter is handled is as impressive as Tarkovsky's "Solaris." Firstly, the planet where the events take place has a mysterious yet entirely convincing ecosystem. The scientists who have to live there become a part of this ecosystem as they unravel its mysteries. This ecosystem is presented with a consistent design, reminiscent of Art Nouveau, with coherence in everything, from the planet's life forms to its plant life, geography, and climate. The colors, textures, sounds... this planet feels real enough to be possible.

The second important point is that in order to create such a world so successfully, you need to have a well-founded philosophical knowledge and perspective on existence and life, unless you're a deity. If it were not so, the creators of the series could easily have succumbed to popular exaggerations and inconsistent drawing games. But they don't. It's well thought out and minimalist all the way through. You can understand that nothing takes precedence over anything else. And it instills in you the belief that this ecosystem has existed on that planet for millions of years, just like on Earth. All that's left is to lean back and dream of being a part of that team while watching the series.

Actually, there are many more things I want to write, but as I mentioned at the beginning, this work of art makes me feel things far beyond what I can write. That's why I want to stop here. And I want to thank the people who brought this project to life and shared it with us. Enjoy watching.

The creativity is astounding, delivered in a way with just the right edits, cadence, and flow. Superb soundtrack, voice acting, writing. Everything is dialed in. It draws you right into the adventure.

There are some scenes that I am completely blown away by. The animation is absolutely superb. Another reviewer mentioned Fantastic Planet, and it does create that other worldly vibe, but in its own unique way.

This is the kind of story that sucks you in, and you can't help but want to know what happens next.

Where have the people who made this been hiding! Seriously! I am 100% amazed by this and I need this team to make more!

I love it!

The world shown in this show is one of the most beautiful and enchanting places I've had the pleasure of witnessing. The creatures and their designs are endlessly unique and creative, and the environments they inhabit are just as breathtaking. While sometimes nonsensical in world-building terms, your disbelief is easily suspended while gazing at incredible landscapes and bafflingly interesting creatures. The characters are engaging and their writing is snappy and charming, making it very easy to anchor yourself to the story they are a part of. The phrase "style over substance" has been used a few times, but I wholeheartedly believe there is more than enough substance present to immerse yourself in this world. The plot so far is a very simple, motivators of "survive" and eventually "get to a place", but it is very easy to fall in love with this story and I am very excited for the future of this show. A very easy 9/10.

Visuals, audio design, music, the actual media aspect of it is absolutely incredible. The intro alone is breathtaking.

First animated series I've seen in a long time with such an engaging story. Many aspects, all intertwining, haven't seen the whole series yet (for obvious reasons) but am looking forward to what comes next.

Not to mention the incredible world building, so unique, in such a good way. The features in this fictional world are all so different and alien, and to such an extent that I haven't really seen in other works in quite a while.

Highly recommend this show to anyone who enjoys science fiction, worldbuilding, or even just animation as a whole.

I don't understand how anyone can't like this. It's different, it's original, and the planet is completely and utterly interesting. The whole thing makes me wonder how a planet could have evolved like this. The whole planet seems deadly to any living thing, and yet it has water and breathable air. I'm very curious about the evolution of it's creatures and how they relate to each other. Plus, there seems to be alot of very different biomes in a relatively small area so how could that be possible? And are there truly intelligent creatures to make up for it. Evolution tends to force at least a bit of intelligence in order to adapt. Monstrous and fascinating.

I highly recommend this show.

PS - I love the cartoon design. It's so nice to not see something in anime for a change.

Scavenger Reign" dazzles with its stunning visuals and immersive atmosphere, making it a feast for the eyes. However, the series often feels haphazard, as if it's being written by children making up rules as they go along. This randomness can be disorienting, lacking a solid foundation or consistent logic to ground its narrative. While the aesthetic appeal is undeniable, the series struggles to establish a coherent structure, leaving viewers with a sense of unpredictability and detachment from its world. This unpredictability, while creative, can detract from a deeper engagement with the storyline.

I just finished the season 1 finale, and I have to say Scavengers Reign is probably in my Top 10 All Time Favorite Shows, maybe even Top 5 !!! Where do I even BEGIN to explain how much I love this show ??

The show feels very human to me. I love the style they chose for this show, and I was afraid I wouldn't like it at first, but I ended up loving it. The world building, this advanced puzzle-like alien ecosystem they created for this show is mesmerizing. The creatures and plants are so creative and captivating to my brain. Don't get me started on how much I love the concept of what's going on with the robot Levi, i'm a big fan of the direction they went with her.

As a queer person, I also really appreciate the authentic and casual queer representation with Azi and Mia.

I loved the short film that this was based on. The creativity of the design and development of the world is so unique and the emotional payoff of the short was huge and unexpected.

I watched all three episodes in a row and I am struck by how nuanced and well developed the characters are. The thinking behind the rules of the organic world and how they interact with human technology is really interesting. It's rare that you get to see so much wide world building. Also, the music is incredible. The casting is tasteful and understated.

Well done to Charles, Joe, Benjy and the team at Titmouse. It's a triumph. I can't wait to see the rest of the season and I hope MAX can find it in their slate to buy another season.

The visuals are stunning. The acting - superb. Each episode was gripping. The soundtrack supportive and strangely beautiful. The storylines weaved in and out of each other. The symbolism - just amazing. Moments near the end of the series moved me to tears. I haven't watched many dramatic cartoons but this will be one of my favorites for a long time. This world was enchanting and frightening. Truly imaginative and other worldly! Deserves to be watched several times through. I came to have strong opinions on each character. Hating the 'bad guys' and cheering on the 'good guys'. I would love to see a season 2 but don't know if the show was picked up for another season or not. Here's to hoping. Would love to see a more fleshed out storyline with Azi and Mia.

Scavengers Reign is without a doubt one of the most beautiful, inspired, and competent animated series I've ever seen. I came across a post about it on a social network on a whim, and took a chance on it- and I am SO GLAD that I did. The worldbuilding is amazing, the story beats solid, and all of the art is particularly amazing. Imagine Möbieus mixed with Hayao Miyazki, and you'll have a close approximation. The care and dedication taken to make this story and world a reality is positively staggering. The surreal quality of the world is real, as are the characters and the situations. I certainly hope they get a season 2, because it is WELL deserved. WATCH THIS SERIES, it'll be well worth your time.

I had to subscribe to a 9$ vpn and 19$ max both for a month to be able to watch this from the UAE. I loved this show sad that it isn't aired internationally if people could watch this is one of a kind master piece! I was going to compare the work to miyazakis work but it seems like everyone already has done that! It is that good of a show to be engaged and so much fun! Not many people might have the same opinion my husband didn't find appealing to watch as the story didn't get him from the start but for me it was more of a journey to watch and explore how this world is what it is I am waiting for season2.

This show is absolutely stunning, from amazing world building, to compelling characters, to the wildly smooth animation. I'm absolutely taken aback by the lack of buzz on this amazing show, because it is truly one of these new animated shows this year.

The world building of this show is truly where it stands out, the ways that each character interacts with this foreign environment really showcases the individual characters individual nature. Furthermore the story and style truly pushes the envelope on what western animation can be especially in 2023. With the way major studios have treated 2-d animated media as of late I was worried how the medium would survive but this show has really given me faith in the future for 2d animation in media.

I'll start with the good. The world is incredibly unique and complex, the visuals are incredible. The art style is great. The soundtrack is great as well as the voice acting. It was fun to watch the whole way through.

However, I have many issues with it. For one, all of the characters take being on an alien world extremely lightly. As in they touch everything without weighing the consequences and even if they get bit by an unknown creature it's no big deal. There are a lot of unrealistic scenes where there is no fall damage or a fight is drawn out to give the underdog the chance to win or escape. The animation was good though they did take shortcuts. The story was mediocre and so were the characters. The dialogue was poor. The villain was hard to believe which only made her annoying. And one of the characters has no redeeming qualities yet I'm supposed to believe he is married to a nice woman who left everything on earth to be with him.

Despite all that, I think everyone should watch it because it is a work of art that most people can appreciate.

I'll be honest, I got bored and stopped watching halfway through. While I'm not a fan of the art style myself, I understand the appeal. And I have to admit that they did a good job of depicting a totally alien planet, but only in terms of imagination and creativity. I had a hard time immersing myself in the world, because the creatures looked more like tools in the hands of the main characters instead of the natural inhabitants of a far away land.

Symbolism and sociopolitical commentary definitely has a place in any kind of storytelling, but they don't make the story better. The show jumps from character to character, making it more difficult to relate to any of them. I couldn't care about the story because I didn't care about the characters. If there's no tension, there's no story, I'm just watching some characters do some stuff. And there aren't many story-worthy events happening anyway. If you enjoy searching for deeper meanings in the shows you watch, knock yourself out. If you want a good story, this show is not for you.

Pros: they worked hard to make a visually alien world. Voice acting is solid and it's a good premise.

Cons: Just about everything else, but mostly the writing. The aliens act more like a magic system and its definitely "soft magic." Basically things work however the writers feel like they should work at that moment. There's no real logic, science, or consistency to the alien ecosystem. And generally speaking I can't believe any of these characters has lasted for more than a few days in this world with the stupid decisions they constantly make. We even have a character with the old "I've been bitten by a zombie/alien parasite but I'm going to hide it from the other characters because no reason." I spent most of the show wanting to slap people for being so stupid.

And then there's Camen. At no point will you feel anything other than contempt for his character. Which... I guess is what the writers were trying for? Either way, I could do without all of his scenes. He is a minor character who doesn't deserve the screen time he gets.

Overall, you can just skip this show. It's trying but it's failing.

The highlight of being sick on the couch yesterday is that I had time to binge watch the first nine episodes of this series. If you accept that plot and storyline (which begin to feel like they're slowing up a bit as the show progresses past the first few episodes) mainly serve as delivery vehicles for stunning otherworldly animation, then you'll probably enjoy it as much as I did. It's clear that a lot of care and thought went into creating this work - there's this sort of "National Geographic" feel to the way the viewer is shown the various habitats of this planet; someone clearly has an interest in biology and botany. I'm scared to see what's around the next bend, but I can't look away. It's gorgeous and terrifying.