The characters in the Kantai Collection are an anthropomorphic representation of the creators of how ships might look if they had a human form. In practice, each ship has a second “face” in the shape of a pretty girl. For this reason, fans of both the anime Kantai Collection and earlier games appreciate the visuals so much. The project turned out to be quite interesting, and after the F2P game was received extremely warmly, it was also profitable. That is why it is quite possible to expect that other variants of the embodiment of the characters of the Kantai Collection will subsequently appear. The article will talk about what made this franchise so popular, and also answer the question of whether critics of TV adaptation by fans are justified.
Setting Features
It is impossible to say with 100% certainty that the characters of the game Kantai Collection are exclusively girls or ships. The narration takes place during the Second World War with the participation of the Navy of various countries of that era. So, for example, during the next batch, you can meet the cruiser Yamato or the US destroyer. However, in addition to, strictly speaking, ships, the characters of the Kantai Collection are also people with their own habits, character, characteristics and aspirations. Depending on the character selected for wagering, the player gains an entire personality under control.
Anime, in turn, covers only those moments that relate to the confrontation on the water. Fans note some focus on the commercialization of the project, as the series as a result turned out to be not as high-quality as fans expected. The characters of the anime characters of the Kantai Collection are far from fully disclosed, the wrong choice of the protagonist, the emphasis on a younger audience - all this led to a slight drop in the demand for TV adaptation. The game remains one of the most sought after in Japan. So, for example, tickets for entering the server are played out during the lottery, and are not in open sale.
Gameplay and differences compared to anime
The characters in the Kantai Collection game are a full-fledged Tamagotchi for the admiral. They need to be pampered with gifts, to constantly satisfy needs, to carry out repairs, to promote moral and physical growth. The game is perceived as a kind of project, reminiscent of the "Farm Frenzy". The key difference is the visuals. The girls are beautifully executed, absolutely everything is voiced, animated and spelled out amazingly deeply. Each heroine can express her weighty “but” on the player’s actions, which gives the process of interactivity and additional interest.
On the other hand, the anime Kantai Collection has lost the lion's share of the very connection between the player and his ship. The setting is shown in isolation from the features of the gameplay, which ultimately led to a story completely detached from the plot with slurred heroes whose personalities are completely undisclosed. However, if you evaluate the series more objectively and in isolation directly from the game prototype, the series is quite suitable for teenagers to watch, since the idea that underlies it is still quite interesting.
Fubuki
Belongs to the category "Fubuki class destroyers". At the time of construction, immediately after the First World War, by order of the emperor, the most powerful destroyer in the world. He is the main character of the anime, although the characters of the Kantai Collection in the game in terms of popularity are only distantly related. It looks like a lively and too active girl in a children's uniform of the Navy and with a perky tail. Constantly worried about the rest of the ships, and therefore almost always gets the epithet "annoying". From Japanese, her name translates as "blizzard" or "blizzard". The ship was sunk on October 11, 1942.
Akagi
From Japanese, her name translates as "Red Castle". She became the first aircraft carrier in the game, and became obsolete over time. At the time of launch, a joke was spread among the players about how voracious Akagi was. The fact is that after the squadron left the battle, the girl gladly considered fuel costs even for those planes that did not participate in the departure. As a result, the admiral could lose a very substantial amount. In the anime, it found a funny display, as Akagi constantly eats something. This with enviable regularity is ridiculed by everyone who is not lazy.
Kaga
One of two Tosa aircraft carriers. It was created as a counter to the threat from the US Navy. It was launched shortly after the earthquake in 1923, as a result of which Amagi suffered. The ship was sunk as a result of a U.S. air raid during a combat mission in 1942. Possesses long silk hair of brown color. He loves traditional clothes, almost always holds a bow at hand. As is the case with Akagi, it is extremely indifferent to food. Otherwise, if her friend is distinguished by some frivolity, then she is more serious and collected. Treats the admiral with caution.
Congo
The first battle cruiser in its class. Her name means indestructible. It was launched in 1911 in the UK. The chief engineer is also an Englishman. In this regard, the girl slips western manners in the game. Among the characters, the Kantai Collection has one of the heaviest weapons in the class. November 21, 1944 the ship was torpedoed by a US submarine. By its nature, it belongs to the type of "Dere-Dere", so they describe life-loving, joyful and very energetic characters. He answers the romantic claims of the admiral, but asks him to leave another place and time for courtesies.
Hibiki
Also known as Echo. 2nd destroyer class ship Akatsuki. Together with Yukikaze, they were the only ships in the class that survived World War II and were not sunk. Hibiki came to the USSR later, so in her speech, “Kharyasa” skips. This seemed to the creators very funny, and it can be considered the first ship-girl, which in one way or another is not exclusively Japanese. By nature, it is closest to Kuder because it has a very calm, somewhat detached character. Kantai Collection: Kancolle characters chuckle at her and find her too infantile.
Shimakase
"Island wind" in translation. One of the most popular characters in the wiki Kantai Collection, as well as games in general. In fact, it very often becomes the object of various comics, including erotic ones. It has tender feelings for the admiral, calm and playful in nature. Her ship is one of a kind. The class X destroyer was equipped with six 127 mm guns, the most impressive power at that time. The average speed was about 72 kilometers per hour, almost a record among ships of similar displacement. This was achieved thanks to an innovative engine mounted on the ship.
Nagato
The same battleship built for the emperor in the 1910s. It was modernized in the years 1934-36. It was an extremely powerful fire support for the fleet. At the same time, he practically did not participate in direct clashes, since he covered the retreating ships. The girl who is Nagato is very beautiful and is able to argue with any Kantai Collection character in popularity. Prefers bikinis, which only emphasize the features of her figure. The character is proud and somewhat cold-blooded, but it can be made more welcoming if the admiral wants it.
Mutsuki
One of the first ships of the same class. He served as a vessel of the first line of attack during the 30s of the last century. She looks, like Fubuki, a very young schoolgirl. Also prefers to wear a uniform. It has a cheerful, simple and very cheerful character. Easily makes contact with the admiral if he wants to. She was extremely unpopular before she appeared among the main characters in the anime project. That’s why fans fought on the show. The creators ignored certain girls and pushed those who were not in demand among the players.
Yamato
The battleship that became the first in its class. Together with his "brother", Musashi was a pair of the heaviest battleships built ever. So, for example, ships were equipped with 46-centimeter guns, and the displacement of Yamato was about 78 thousand tons. The extremely popular character of the Kantai Collection. Almost every third player preferred to see her as part of his flotilla. She is quite diplomatic, strong in spirit and very independent. She is very concerned about the fact that not everyone can afford to maintain such a vessel. Indeed, the conclusion of such a ship on the battlefield will cost a huge amount, including in the game.
Kantai Collection is a special project, which, unfortunately, has undergone excessive commercialization. Extremely large-scale updates are still taking place here, including many foreign ships. Flotillas cease to be exclusively Japanese, but the cost of such entertainment is constantly growing.