The original Symphogear anime, which kicked off the long-running franchise, has arrived on Crunchyroll. The 13-episode first season, which premiered in Winter 2012, follows Hibiki Tachibana as she inherits the power of the Symphogear, a weaponized battle suit powered by song, to fight alien invaders known as the Noise.
Produced by Encourage Films and Satelight, the series blends idol performances with intense mecha-style action. It sets the stage for Hibiki's journey and the complex world of the Symphogear wielders, introducing themes of sacrifice and the power of music that would become hallmarks of the franchise. The series holds a 7.06 rating on MyAnimeList from nearly 50,000 voters.
With Symphogear G, the sequel, also available on the platform, this is an opportune moment to explore the franchise's origins. The first season lays the groundwork for the escalating conflicts and character relationships that define the series.
