"Alice Gear Aegis Expansion" is an anime based on the smartphone app game. The story follows the exploits of girls equipped with equipment called Alice Gear, and is garnering attention as one of this spring's most anticipated anime titles. The girls equipped with Alice Gear are called "Actresses," but there is a lot more to Actresses than just that. In this article, we will explain the term "Actress" in detail so that even those encountering this work for the first time through the anime can understand, and in the second half we will introduce several characters who actually play the role of Actresses!
What is an Actress?
Those who wear Alice Gear and fight Weiss are called Actresses. Those with the Emission Aptitude, which allows them to draw out the "Emission Core" at the heart of Alice Gear, can acquire the ability by undergoing training and exams. It is believed that primarily women possess Actress abilities. While some men possess Emission Aptitude, their abilities are generally modest, and no male Actresses have been identified to date. Perhaps the fact that only women possess this ability is why they are called Actresses (actresses) is the reason they are called Actresses. Furthermore, Emission Aptitude is also a genetic trait; if neither parent possesses Emission Aptitude, their child will also lack the aptitude. The threat of Weiss was once enormous, forcing humanity to flee Earth. However, with the advent of Alice Gear, research has advanced, making it easier to counter Weiss. Nowadays, Actresses are viewed as part-time, manual laborers specializing in Weiss extermination.
Actresses are licensed
As mentioned above, simply having emission aptitude is not enough to become an Actress. Passing practical and written exams is required. The earliest age to qualify is 13. While it's common to take the exam after attending a driving school, it's also possible to study on your own. Those who pass the test and obtain a license are permitted to possess Dress Gear (the clothing portion of Alice Gear) by the administrative agency established by the international organization "Outland" in each Moon Shard (the ships used by humanity for living in space after escaping Earth). After that, they will be able to accept jobs from the administrative agency. Licenses are issued for each shard, and you cannot work as an actress on another shard. However, with an international license, you will be able to work as an actress across shards. Currently, there is a shortage of actresses in some regions, and some places are lowering the minimum age for actresses. While it is relatively easy to obtain a license as long as you have the appropriate emissions standards, there are also "paper actresses" who never go out into the field after obtaining their license. There are also training camps available to obtain an actress license. It seems there are surprisingly many similarities with an actual driver's license.
Actresses' Activities Diverse
Actresses are loaned Alice Gear free of charge by the Weapons Development Bureau of an organization called "Aegis." However, since the gear does not offer exceptional performance, in practice, they often use Alice Gear provided by their affiliation or workplace. Since Alice Gear is designed solely for combating Weiss, its use for purposes other than those intended, such as human conflict, is prohibited. However, as long as it is not combat, Alice Gear is permitted for non-Weiss-related purposes. While some actresses belong to special forces, most actresses are civilians. However, athletes and those skilled in martial arts sometimes become actresses, and these individuals are expected to be immediately effective. Furthermore, because actresses have a talent-like aspect, companies in a variety of fields are eager to hire them. The effectiveness of actresses' performance in promoting their products is said to be significant.
Emissions Decline
Emission aptitude begins to appear in the teens, but declines and disappears with growth and aging. For this reason, it is rare for someone in their 30s or older to work as an actress. While it's unclear why emissions decline with growth and aging, there have been cases where emissions declined after experiencing psychological shock. Emissions themselves are shrouded in mystery, and attempting to study them could lead to illegal human experimentation or research.
Actress Introduction Part 1: Hirasaka Yoru
Now, let's introduce some characters who are actually active as actresses. First up is Hirasaka Yoru, who plays the protagonist role in this work. A rookie actress, she somehow found the aptitude for the Emission System despite neither of her parents having it. She attends Ashihara High School, which has a rather poor reputation. Ashihara High School is home to many delinquent and unruly students, and Hirasaka herself seems to admire the culture of motorcycle gangs and yankees. However, she is extremely earnest and has a compassionate side, as she cannot ignore those in need.
Actress Introduction Part 2: Shitara Kaneshiya
One of the main characters in this work, Shitara Kaneshiya attends Toin Gakuen Comprehensive High School, a school famous for its mammoth size. Influenced by her older brother, she loves games, especially FPS games, but she also enjoys anime and illustrations, engaging in a variety of otaku activities. Recently, she has also been streaming videos of herself dancing to anime songs.
Actress Introduction Part 3: Hyakka Bunka
She is an actress who is a senior to the protagonist, Hirasaka. She is calm, collected, and serious, and hates crookedness and is very forthright. However, she herself seems to be aware that her personality is causing her disadvantages. She is caring and uses her talents and temperament to support her employer, Narikosaka Manufacturing.
Actress Introduction Summary
Actress is a key word in the story, so read this article to get familiar with her and prepare for the anime broadcast! There are many other actress characters, so be sure to check out the official website! That's all for today. Thank you for reading.
