Is the Anime Really Finished?#
When looking at Kyoshiro to Towa no Sora (known in its anime form as Shattered Angels), the question of whether it is “finished” depends on whether you are looking for a complete story or just the end of the broadcast.
The anime Shattered Angels aired from January to March 2007. However, the source manga, Kyoshiro to Towa no Sora, continued its serialization until June 2007. Because the anime concluded its run before the manga reached its end, viewers who only watch the anime may find themselves wanting more. To get the full, satisfying conclusion to the narrative, you will likely need to continue with the source material.
If you want to see how the story truly ends, you can buy the Kyoshiro to Towa no Sora manga here.
What to Expect: Themes and Appeal#
Shattered Angels is a blend of action, fantasy, and romance, with a strong emphasis on the mecha theme. The story follows Kū Shiratori, a high school girl living in the massive city of Academia—a beacon of recovery ten years after a catastrophic disaster. The plot takes a turn when Kū’s recurring dreams of a prince become reality, and Kyoshiro Ayanokōji appears in her life to make a specific request.
This series is best suited for viewers who enjoy:
- Post-Apocalyptic Settings: The mystery of the “greatest disaster mankind had ever seen” provides a compelling backdrop.
- Mecha Action: The inclusion of mecha elements adds a layer of scale and intensity to the fantasy setting.
- Romantic Fantasy: The central relationship between Kū and the mysterious prince Kyoshiro drives the emotional core of the plot.
If you are ready to dive into this world, you can watch the anime on Prime Video.
Recommended Watch and Read Order#
Navigating the relationship between the manga and the anime can be confusing since they were released around the same time. To help you out, we have provided a detailed relationship tree below the article. Based on that data, here are our recommendations:
Release Order#
If you want to experience the content as it originally came out, you would start with the manga Kyoshiro to Towa no Sora (beginning in April 2006), followed by the anime Shattered Angels (beginning in January 2007).
For Completionists#
For those who want every single detail and the definitive ending, we recommend reading the manga in its entirety. You can cross-reference the dates in the relationship tree to see how the anime overlaps with the manga’s serialization. To fully immerse yourself in the fandom, you might also want to pick up some Shattered Angels merchandise.
For Those Open to Source Material#
If you prefer to start with a visual medium, watch the Shattered Angels anime first. Once you reach the end and realize there is more to the story, transition to the Kyoshiro to Towa no Sora manga to fill in the gaps and reach the actual conclusion.
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Kyoshiro to Towa no Sora • manga • 2006-04-08 to 2007-06-08 (serialized in <i>Dragon Age</i>)
└─(adaptation)→ Shattered Angels • anime • 2007-01-05 to 2007-03-23
