Alderamin on the Sky - Recommendations

AniJesi says...

After the first few episodes the two anime have similar elements:  "Lazy" hero who has gained a royal's respect but has no love for being their puppet, strong sidekick who will keeps them from doing anything too outrageous, royal who has issues with their families past.  So far Alderamin has a more linear timeline and has a more serious tone whereas Legend inserted comedic elements more often but that will likely work well for it.

TheSMoresAwakens says...

A lot of similarities in the MC's personality, and the evils of the empires they fight for.  Densetsu is more of a magic adeventure series with some slapstick comedy to offset the angst and bigotry, while Alderamin is more of a military anime about a lazy future general's rise to power.  The comedy in Alderamin is a little more subtle, centered aroud a few young officers trying to cope with the absurdity of war and crappy commanding officers.

hamletsmage says...

Somewhat apathetic MC gets roped intonthe military and is paired up with a badass girl. He turns out to be SUPER important when it comes to fighting. With political intrigue, battles, and even a little magic, these anime are twins when it comes to plot set up. If you like one, try the other. 

Htieks says...

Both are fantasy series with similar "brilliant but lazy" protagonist and strong-willed swordmaster heroines, similar character interaction, a diverse cast and a decent amount of worldbuilding and emphasis on the state of the world they're set in. Also, some cool fights now and then. There's not that much magic in Alderamin, but trust me, both are pretty high-quality series.

Unfortunately, they also share their biggest weaknesses: both series are essentially just prologues to much longer stories, and as DenYuuDen has shown, even if they're good ones there's no guarantee we'll ever see their continuation. So prepare for that feeling of "unfinished-ness".

BloodRowan says...

The main characters work eithic and brilliance make both these animes so enjoyable and remarkable, they give lazy genius into a whole new meaning. 

Wyr3d says...

Both series have a strong central character who is a great strategist, with a war involving two large nations. Striking characters, usually officers are in both series, and there's a general vibe in Aldermin that reminded me heavily of Code Geass.I won't spoil either series by makin direct comparisons, but suffice to say, if you've seen, and liked one you will probably enjoy the other

LastGamer13 says...

Both main characters are master strategists and badasses, stuck in war. Both worlds are fantasy, while one has Mechas other has little kawai creatures.

ReaperOfDespair says...

Both deal with main charecter's that are master strategists and that persue logic over feelings (in premise at least).

Both also have charecters that go against the way of society (Against the grain if you will)and there way of doing things. 

Definitely worth a watch as these anime's have science and religion discussed which is not something you see very often, as it is more glanced at by other anime's.

4.5/5 My highest rating at least.

XmasKing says...

Both main characters are great strategists who base the war as a game of chess,having great rivals who are in terms very similiar to each other and having allies who would help the main character in his objective.Both are very great animes with very intriguing strategies and should watch both!

Astelia says...

If you really want to watch something serious you should really check this out. I believe that creators of Alderamin took their inspiration from LoGH and added some fantasy elements.

apoc9 says...

LoGH is on very similar tone, but much richer character and story wise. It is not just about a one military genius, but there are at least two very prominent heroes and rich cast of supporting characters.

Tanen says...

if you liked alderamin on the sky you'll love lotgh...it has everything good aots has, but better (lol) and little to none of the not so great bits (the choice of words maybe poor but the message is clear)

zivoy says...

these are both great anime with an analytical main character and an interesting story. I really liked both of them and i highly recommend them

RogueLynx says...

Ikta's a military genius, Shiroe's a pollitical genius and his understanding of RPG battles equals Ikta's understanding of real-world battles. plus Log Horizon has a far more interesting and better-developped plot imo.

Humice says...

Both pay attention to the strategic and creative choices military leaders make in war. Both also have elements of magic.

zivoy says...

these are both good anime about military and strategy, I highly recommend watching them both. also, these anime get you thinking about what's going on and about human emotions

Humice says...

If you appreciated the perspective on genius military leaders using creative strategies to defeat stronger enemies, then you will appreciate either one.

JONDAMAN says...

both are military stories set in war time and feature a mix of magic and realistic war tactics and have an equally smart protag.

raghvendrasingh00 says...

main character is way to intelligent

the childhood friend of main charater is the heroinre and way too good swordsman

fights b/w army with difference of thusand

similar to this anime because there is statergy and way the too fight and the next anime after watching lord marksman and vanadis should be this only

well to tell the truth i liked this anime more the lord marksman... 

BloodRowan says...

Both of these anime have a millitary/magical theme featuring a genius main character, while personally I prefered Alderamin on the sky I found both enjoyable.

Tulip000 says...

Im really not sure how to explain it, but they both gave me the same vibe. Both have military and the mc are underestimated, also, the animation is similar, if you liked this you should give it a shot.

Elof says...

This recommendation is based on just one episode of Alderamin so far, but there are already a number of similarities.

The settings are both similar to Europe in the early World War era. Two powerful nations / coalitions are fighting each other, and our heroes are caught in the middle. The military technology is a blend of modern tanks and rifles with steam power and airships. Both series also involve the use of some kind of magic, from the use ancient artifacts and bloodlines in Valkyria to the fairy-like companions in Alderamin.

While Valkyria Chronicles begins with characters joining the militia after their town is overrun, Alderamin on the Sky has people volunteering for service beforehand in an effort to prevent the invasion of their province. Both, though, depict small military units of young individuals. Both also feature early storylines involving an unlikely and lazy hero being rewarded for the selfless rescue of a princess.

Each of these shows has a different but beautiful art style, and great character designs, as well as a good balance of realism and intelligence with fantasy and fun. Watching one instantly conjures recollection of the other.

pinkrose says...

Both animes both contain two sides that are at war. The characters in both animes are similar and have their own roles.

Astelia says...

Both of them share the main theme and some characters are alike. I'm not yet sure which one is better. 

Humice says...

Both revolve around a military genius that uses creativity and strategy to defeat their enemies as opposed to force alone.

rajaymoore says...

Both have these anime have war theme in (before technology era) this is an amazing anime in my opinion it could be better than "yona of the dawn" this is an new ongoinng anime but its worth the watch

Riri365 says...

The animes are set in different time periods but both have a military base to their respective storylines. There are more characters in Arslan, but I feel that the tight-knitted bunch of mains in Alderamin has its attraction too (but I wouldn't say the characters in Arslan are undeveloped...especially the real mains).

There are close combat scenes in both but a little more gore in Arslan, which also has less advanced technology (so bows and arrows and no air rifles). Both has a military genius which is pretty cool.

The art is nice in both and they both have nice stories ^.^