Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

First of all, I wasn't sure if I'd like this show because I'm in my 20s and didn't have the nostalgic benefit of watching it as a kid, but I decided to check it out because I was bored. Best. Decision. Ever. There is so much to like about this show. The animation is beautiful, the music is AHMAZING, and the storyline is wonderfully crafted. The characters are multi-faceted and complex, and we discover their stories slowly over the seasons even as the characters themselves develop and change. I can see how this would be a great show for kids too, but the themes explored are not what I think of as "kids'" themes: betrayal, genocide, war. Best of all, though, are the female characters. It is SO refreshing to find a show that unapologetically includes strong, incredible heroines. The girls aren't romantic objects, and they're not damsels in distress. They are absolutely crucial to the storyline and the success of the other characters, but not in a way that is clumsy or in-your-face. This cartoon has effortlessly succeeded in an area where so many "adult" shows have failed, and it is a delight. Overall, one of the best viewing experiences I've had in a long time. And now, I'm going to go start the whole show over again.