Now and Then, Here and There: Season 1

Now and Then, Here and There is a thought-provoking anime series that explores the darker side of human nature through the lens of war, sci-fi, and fantasy. The story follows Shuzo Matsutani, a young boy who finds himself transported to a parallel world where he must confront the harsh realities of war and oppression. In this strange new world, Shu discovers that a powerful and ruthless dictator named Hamdo is obsessed with capturing a mysterious girl named Lala-Ru, who possesses the ability to manipulate water. Shu soon learns that Hamdo's regime is built on the backs of child soldiers, who are forced to fight and die for his twisted ambitions. Despite the bleak circumstances, Shu refuses to give up hope. He uses his optimism and strong sense of justice to inspire his fellow soldiers and challenge the status quo. Along the way, he forms a tentative friendship with Nabuca, the leader of the child army unit, and Abelia, Hamdo's loyal but conflicted commanding officer. As the series progresses, Shu and his allies must confront the harsh truths of war and the true nature of their enemies. They discover that even those they once considered friends can become monsters when driven by desperation and fear. Through it all, Shu remains steadfast in his beliefs, never losing sight of his goal to protect Lala-Ru and bring peace to this troubled world. Now and Then, Here and There is a gripping anime series that delves into mature themes and complex moral dilemmas. With its richly detailed world-building , memorable characters, and poignant storytelling, it's a must-watch for fans of thought-provoking science fiction/fantasy anime series like Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood and Attack on Titan.

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Some TV shows that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Now and Then, Here and There include Spriggan, Macross II: Lovers Again, Macross Zero, Invincible, Family Guy, Love, Death & Robots.