In fact, it’s closer to that of the light novel than the 2008 anime was.
Summary:
Some fans feel that the designs in the remake of Spice and Wolf feel too generic.
They’re actually faithful to the light novels.
Designs for both adaptations are good.
As the Spice and Wolf (Ookami to Koushinryou) remake started airing recently, fans have started arguing about the art style change. Some have said it feels generic compared to the one from the 2008 adaptation, and that the old one was better.
Some Feel New Designs Are Generic
The new art style for Spice and Wolf isn’t even new — it’s actually closer to the original art style from the light novels than the one in the old adaptation was. It’s not even similar to the modern character designs, and saying it is generic would be wrong as well — the characters are clearly recognizable.
Others feel that those who call the new art style “generic” are looking at the old one with nostalgia goggles and refusing to accept change. There is probably some truth to that sentiment: Spice and Wolf is an iconic anime, and the remake would have to be very good to replace it in people’s minds.
Some even say that the remake’s art style isn’t even generic: the old one is. After all, the original designs from the light novel were adapted into anime with some changes, and these changes were representative of late 00s art style. That said, this kind of response doesn’t make much sense: the original designs, too, are clearly recognizable.
Designs for Both Anime Are Good
The new designs definitely feel different, but many fans are already getting used to it. The animation these days feels somewhat different, and the remake definitely couldn’t keep the old art style. That said, both are actually good, and many fans prefer one but can also accept the other.
Do you prefer the new Spice and Wolf character designs or the old ones?
There are, however, genuine criticisms to be made about how the new anime looks. They have nothing to do with character designs, though: fans are upset about the use of colors and gradients, as well as lacking background art. Excessive use of CGI also feels wrong, but this still has nothing to do with character designs.
The Remake Is Well-Received
The remake is pretty well-received regardless of the design changes — which indicates that the general acceptance of the new art style is pretty high. After all, without at least decent art, the remake would be panned, which isn’t the case.
In fact, it’s closer to that of the light novel than the 2008 anime was.
Summary:
Some fans feel that the designs in the remake of Spice and Wolf feel too generic.
They’re actually faithful to the light novels.
Designs for both adaptations are good.
As the Spice and Wolf (Ookami to Koushinryou) remake started airing recently, fans have started arguing about the art style change. Some have said it feels generic compared to the one from the 2008 adaptation, and that the old one was better.
Some Feel New Designs Are Generic
The new art style for Spice and Wolf isn’t even new — it’s actually closer to the original art style from the light novels than the one in the old adaptation was. It’s not even similar to the modern character designs, and saying it is generic would be wrong as well — the characters are clearly recognizable.
Others feel that those who call the new art style “generic” are looking at the old one with nostalgia goggles and refusing to accept change. There is probably some truth to that sentiment: Spice and Wolf is an iconic anime, and the remake would have to be very good to replace it in people’s minds.
Some even say that the remake’s art style isn’t even generic: the old one is. After all, the original designs from the light novel were adapted into anime with some changes, and these changes were representative of late 00s art style. That said, this kind of response doesn’t make much sense: the original designs, too, are clearly recognizable.
Designs for Both Anime Are Good
The new designs definitely feel different, but many fans are already getting used to it. The animation these days feels somewhat different, and the remake definitely couldn’t keep the old art style. That said, both are actually good, and many fans prefer one but can also accept the other.
Do you prefer the new Spice and Wolf character designs or the old ones?
There are, however, genuine criticisms to be made about how the new anime looks. They have nothing to do with character designs, though: fans are upset about the use of colors and gradients, as well as lacking background art. Excessive use of CGI also feels wrong, but this still has nothing to do with character designs.
The Remake Is Well-Received
The remake is pretty well-received regardless of the design changes — which indicates that the general acceptance of the new art style is pretty high. After all, without at least decent art, the remake would be panned, which isn’t the case.
