Not helping matters is that Aquarion Evol, the sequel to another Evangelion wannabe, came out around the same time, making the whole affair feel even more banal. This comparison is made stronger with the post-apocalyptic setting for Japan in both series, as well as a mutual use of occasionally less than subtle Christian symbolism. The characterization of Shu as weak, ineffective and cowardly is highly reminiscent of Shinji Ikari from the still influential Neon Genesis Evangelion. Those who dislike Guilty Crown mainly do so because it comes off as a worse ripoff of superior mecha anime. The show also isn't afraid to reinvent itself throughout its 22-episode run, but while this could be commendable, it's also the source of its main problem. Add in the epic music from Hiroyuki Sawano, and every episode is usually full of awesome moments with an even greater score. was the studio behind the legendary cyberpunk anime Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex. This makes sense given the fact that Production I.G. Guilty Crown inarguably has some very good production values, fight scenes and set pieces. Joining with her, Shu gains the ability to extract weapons called 'Voids' from the inner psyches of other people, using them to defend against the GHQ's Endlave mechs.

He discovers that Inori is actually part of an anti-GHQ militia group that aims to restore Japan's sovereignty. The protagonist is Shu Ouma, a high school student whose life changes when he meets popular idol singer Inori.

The United Nations responded by forming the GHQ, which contained the virus and saved Japan but robbed the country of its independence.

An original series created by Production I.G., Guilty Crown is set in a version of Japan besieged by a disease called the Apocalypse Virus.

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