Xam'd: Lost Memories - Recommendations

poetax says...

Not only are the character styles, animation, color pallet, and studios the same.  Eureka Seven, and Xam'd: Lost Memories are both similar in plot, and emotion.  Characters unsure of who they are, or what they want to become are important to both anime.  Finding yourself in the freedom of flight is a theme held by both.  If you like one you will like the other as well.

Oehr says...

You will notice something right away: They both look damn similar. Well, both anime are animated by Bones and even share some of the special effects.

Leaving the look aside, the story itself share many similarities, like the most of the series happen on some kind of plane. Also the personality of Eureka (Eureka Seven) and Nakiami (Xam'd). Both also involve love, trust and hate, teasing, conflicts and death. Overall, a mixture out of all possible routes a anime can do.

Be sure to watch both!

kenikki says...

They're both similar in many ways like their looks, characters, setting, in-world technology, plot and overall feeling.

Echostryke says...

I believe if you enjoyed Eureka 7 or Xam'd Lost Memories as much as I did you'd like the other. They have many things in common such as having romance, yet also action and adventure. They show that even though a person might change over time and become different, if you really care about them it wouldn't matter.

chameleonkirsty says...

Both animes are definitely worth watching, both are extremely well plotted storylines, with twists that keep you watching more.  Both share similar aspects focusing on a creature/mecha being of some sort, xamd lost memories being xamd creatures, and eureka sevens being LFOs.  Also being by the same company (BONES) which doesnt count for much when comparing animes, but it seems the same amount of care has went into both of these series to produce amazing animation with brilliant artwork. :D

VivisQueen says...

Bounen no Xamdou is basically Eureka Seven without the charming protagonist, more unique plot developments, and interesting secondary characters. So if you really liked Bounen, but want something that's better still whilst retaining the quirky setting, then Eureka Seven is precisely what you are looking for.

Omurqi says...

Xam'd and Eureka Seven have a couple, rather large plot elements in common: Guy leading a reasonably normal life tries to help a strange girl, shit hits the fan, guy joins a small "rebellious" aircraft-crew and goes on adventures with them. Then ofcourse there is the all-powerful military as enemy, and a strange power affecting the main character. If you liked the whole diverse crew, combined with some sci-fi, drama and occasional comedy, you'll love this anime as well!

byayoi says...

Apart from the production company, the animation and the character design (which both animes share), Xam'd's story it's kind of a retake of Eureka Seven's. Both animes are set in worlds immersed in war where the army plays a big role, both have airships with very peculiar design that are a very important part of the plot, both deal with xenophobia using a member of the crew in said ships, both comment on ecology and conservation issues in a roundabout way, and both have a male main character who didn't want to become the hero.

gearheadofmeh says...

Basically Xam'd is a more mature version of Eureka Seven.  It's tighter, more emotionally realistic, and with a better setting.  It trades a lot of the comedy of Eureka Seven for emotional impact.  If you liked the drama and character relationships of one, definitely watch the other.  

Funkgun says...

With a young male protagonist thrust into a situation he was not ready for, both of these titles make for a similar feel and look.  

Living aboard a larger ship with a motley crew, and having character designs that live and breath Bones studio, also helps relate these two titles. 

Eureka is more mecha, than a organic creature worn as armor as in Xamd, but the general vibe and pace of action is what makes these two titles kissing cousins of each other. 

if you like one, you will probably like the other.

Szwagier says...

First of all their storyline is fairly similar. A young boy due to varius circumstances gets a new type of power (Xamd in XLM and giant Robot in E7 ) and a very strange girl, that seems to know a lot about that power. Than the boy sets off on a journey with her, aboard a an airship with lots of peculiar characters. On this journey he learns a lot about the truth of the world, and in the proccess grows up.

Apart from the obvious storyline and characters connections even the overall mood is fairly similar. Characters are a small group caught in the middle of something bigger than they could imagine. You can feel the pressure caused by difference in strength. There is a lot of suspense caused by slow pace in which the mysteries around the girl and boys power unravel. And there is a cute romance that shapes the story into it's final form.

eaper says...

Each of these series, apart from having similar art and similar voice actors (in many cases, the same ones), have a deep story about coming of age, love, and lose. They both start out in a boring town, where something huge happens, and then a chunk of what happens after that is the same. Each series also has a very common theme in the ending. If you liked one of these series, you'll like the other.

sesshomarux24x says...

Both of theses anime have almost the exact same feel to them. In these anime they each have a group of people that are traveling around in a ship fighting there enemies. Each have their own elements of action, adventure, and romance.  Eureka 7 has a lot more in the romance department, but Xam'd has a lot also.

MisakiUsagi says...

What can i say. If you like one you'll definitely like the other. Both feature a normal young boy who meets a strange, mysterious, girl and enters a war between the military and a band of rebels and is forced to fight for not only themseleves but the girl they love. :)

Concussed says...

Having the same studio and character designer definatly makes these two shows feel similar aswell as having a similar plot line with a young boy being thrust into an unfimiliar environment and having to learn the truth about the world. I definatly reccomend watching both these shows.

MarcusChristoper says...

Both share very similar stories involving a male lead who must leave home in the face of corrupt military. Both lead villians act similar using illegal research methods to create a weapon. The animation is very similar. However, Xam'd is a much shorter storyline.

Lel0uchViBritannia says...

both animes are mostly the similar, they have similar story similar emotions similar fighting styleIf you like one then you will for sure like other 

Iellorah says...

If you've watched one of the two of these shows, you simply have to watch the other. They are very similar but look at things in different perspectives- Xam'd is more humanistic while Eureka 7 is based more on tolerance.

Argel says...

Same studio, creator, and very similar concepts, tropes, and formula. They may be a bit too simiar to watch back to back. E7 is slightly better than Xam'd, though they both have their pros and cons.

poetax says...

Each anime deals with a character who finds themselves aboard an airship.  Not only that, Mail delivery and smaller fighter ships are important in each.  Learning to live and work among a crew of people totally different form where the character grew up is important to both Last Exile, and Xam'd: Lost Memories.  If you like one you will like the other.

VivisQueen says...

With a similar drama-oriented tone and even-paced developments, Last Exile will be a solid follow-up to Bounen no Xamdou. While Bounen no Xamdou is pretty much a fantasy, Last Exile is more of a steampunk sci fi adventure, and probably with better character development.

Szwagier says...

They are both very unique shows, featuring a well thought and intriguing world that bring a very original feel about them.  Whether it's the airships in LE or the humanoid weapons in XLM you can really feel, that it's not just another  "fight-powerup-fight again" type of story. Both animes manage to skillfully mix some Shounen cliches with darker, often melancholic mood cause by the nature of their created worlds. If you like one, than you should also like the other.

Burabura says...

I'll say this once and again - Last Exile is one of my all-time favorite anime series. Why, you ask? Well, for these reasons in particular: (1) sense of wonder, (2) realization of an interesting landscape and universe, (3) character development through relationships, and (4) grave drama. It's for these four reasons that I believe a fan of Last Exile would also enjoy Xam'd (or vice versa). Spin the wheel and give the pilot episode a whirl. I promise you'll fall hook, line, and sinker.

RedCrossRobbery says...

I believe that both Last Exile, and Xam'd: Lost Memories share grand scheme similarities. Both series involve flying ships, and play out in similar fashion. The key difference is that Last Exile plays out as individual character plots, revolving around flying, whereas Xam'd plays out with a "lesson about humanity" plot, and revolve around something else entirely. Both main characters (Claus, and Akiyuki) play similar hero roles as well to me. They don't necessarily want the responsibility they have been given, but they slowly come to terms with it, and truly shine as heroes in their respective stories.

snivets says...

Both set in worlds where a war is in the background, both Xam'd and Last Exile involve airships as a large part of their complex plots and settings. If you like the unique world of either show, you'll find that the other is similarly interesting.

NotKas says...

Very similair , its has the same kind of future but weird technology kind of setting, adventure and more..

MrsickVisionz says...

The two shows share alot in common visually and both shows heavily focus a military thats conducting human experiments in turning humans into weapons.

Tone wise, the shows are very similar as well.  Both of have a similar blend of drama/tragedy and really try to tug at your heart strings the whole time.  FullMetal Alchemist has more action, while Xamd has more feel good moments.

gearheadofmeh says...

Both of these shows have excellent characterization with a serious plot liberally spiced with slightly goofy humor.  While FMA has better storytelling and overall plot than Xam'd, I think that Xam'd has even better characters and its action scenes can give FMA a run for its money.  Xam'd is slower paced than FMA, but can be just as intense.  Both are incredibly well-done.  

bunnylovesanime says...

As others have stated both series feature a story setting in which the miltary has a huge impact on the people and the main characters. Both stories feature characters who have to decided wether to join the military or go against them. Both stories feature amazing animation quality, a steam punk setting, and great supporting characters.

NarkyOtic says...

If you enjoyed X'amd: Lost Memories, you will probably also enjoy Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood.

Both of these anime involve a major character striving to find something he has lost, and ultimately, to return home.

The action element in both titles is strong and they both equally demonstrate the power of a person with exceptional abilities, but instead of being an empowering sensation, this  exceptionality is a distinct burden to both.

Both main protagonists are betrayed by those who lost their integrity under the duress of both perceived opportunities for power, and also for the opposite; as the result of their state acting as an emasculating force to those who weren't strong enough in character to see their actions for the internal hideousness they represented.

Both protagonists are on an adventure-like journey to find what is essentially to both characters; home. Knowing and despairing all the same that this was unlikely and most probably a fool's errand. However, their bond to find themselves again, and those they love, they both doggedly stick to their paths, with concern only for restoring their lives and their inner truths.

RedCrossRobbery says...

Fractale and Xam'd reminds me alot of eachother. Both set in a distant futuristic earth setting, and both learn alot about themselves by dealing with people on flying ships. The main characters are also strong, and silent most of the time.

Tyranid5 says...

Xam'd and Fractale have very similar set ups when looking at plot and world. They both take place in a futuristic world with the plots focusing on religion, military and conflicting beliefs.

Neither Xam'd nor Fractale are amazing shows, but if you watched one and wanted something more of the same nature knowing what you are going to get into this time around. If you want something better, pick a different recommendation.

Epimondas says...

Fractale and Xam'ed center around a main character who is kidnapped and forced to live with a rebellious rag tag crew of an air ship traveling around the world to escape tyranny or rebel against it or both.  Both stories feature a fanatical religious order whose members go to extremes to fulfill their female ruler's wishes.

andrael says...

The first five minutes of the very first episode of Xam'd gave me an overwhelming Nausicaa vibe, and the feeling really hasn't diminished with successive episodes.  I guess the most obvious similarity is that both feature a heroine who flies a single-person light aircraft and grows things in jars and is tough yet deeply compassionate, to the point of defending or weeping over creatures others would think of as monsters. Also, there's lots of airships and goopy stuff and morally complex war stuff and a cute animal.  Basically, if you like Nausicaa, be sure to check out Xam'd.  If you like Xam'd and you've never seen Nausicaa... have you been living under a rock?  It's a classic!

SuddenStorm says...

Xam'd feels like something that could have been produced by Studio Ghibli, Nakiami could have been Nausicaa in another life and Akiyuki is vaugely reminicent of Ashitaka from princess mononoke later in the series. However it isn't just the Characters that are similar, the art of xam'd and the story would also be right at home in a Ghibli Movie so if you like studio ghibi movies you'll feel the same way about xam'd and visa-versa

KiraRin says...

Aside from the battle action in overpowered mech/monsters, both TTGL and Xam'd offer a lot more than what they present on the surface. With philosophical tales interwoven with the moralistic tales of friendships, both are engrossing shows that will appeal to viewers who love a little more intellegence than normally shown in a shounen romp.

Fans of one should definitely try the other, as the fantasy action is quite similar.

eaper says...

These shows both have a lot of action with rather deep stories, offering a rather emotional feel to an otherwise action driven series.

darkwolf18 says...

 heroman and Xam'd: Lost Memories have some connecting trates even though Xam'd has more of a serius anime its still abought a high school boy with a complcated home life suddenly getting super powers and being thrusted into a battle that before they would never have thought of.

Tyranid5 says...

Heroman and Xam'd have similar traits. I still see Eureka has a top recommendation for anyone looking for something similar to Xam'd, but Heroman is very similar to Xam'd. The biggest difference is that the setting is directly based in the real world instead of the much more fantasy filled worlds of Xam'd and Eureka Seven.

poetax says...

Both Tide-Line Blue, and Xam'd: Lost Memories, start off with characters that suddenly become passengers onboard an a ship.  Thrust into a world of war and danger, the characters must learn the importance of working as a crew member, and a soldier.  If you like one there is a good chance you will like the other.

peregrine says...

Both anime use interesting ensembles of strong emotional relationships and dependencies. Both are sorta non-mecha mechas, but like in all good anime of any type rely on the emotional resonance of the characters and the story. There is less explanation in Bounen no Xamdou on the nature of the world, but neither goes overboard on telling the world and instead sticks mostly to showing it as it is - as the characters experience it. 

MrsickVisionz says...

The two shows share alot in common visually and both shows heavily focus a military thats conducting human experiments in turning humans into weapons.

Tone wise, the shows are very similar as well.  Both of have a similar blend of drama/tragedy and really try to tug at your heart strings the whole time.  FullMetal Alchemist has more action, while Xamd has more feel good moments.