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So, I used to be a real strict follower of the however much out of 10 kind of scoring system before. But I feel like it's time for a change, a return to the basics... that I never really knew because I've never been to an American school. Whatever, let's pretend. Anyway, here's my scoring system guide, with as little confusing moments as possible:

The Areas

Story: Includes the general plot and core of the story. Themes and their impact are very important to how much I enjoy a show.

[A+] This show has a perfect story that has a strong theme that is reflected in the narrative.

[A] If not for 1 thing, this show would have the perfect story.

[A- ] If not for 2 or 3 things, this show would have the perfect story.

[B]  This show is pretty good, but not amazing.

[C] This show is fine.

[D] This show is mediocre.

[E] This show is painfully mediocre or boring.

[F] Somehow, this show is so bad, there is nothing that can be done to salvage it.

Characters: How well-thought the characters are, they really don't have to relatable or likeable. Just have to interest me throughout the show and overcome challenges, be flawed, and change.

[A+] This show has an excellent cast who are flawed and overcome issues and grow. This show also has great villains who have understandable motivations.

[A] This show has mostly good characters with a few that are under-developed or poorly developed.

[A- ] This show has a 1 or 2 stand-out characters that carry the show.

[B] This show has mostly good characters but they lack development to bring them to their full potential.

[C] This show's characters are just fine, but not special.

[D] This show has average characters who really lack depth.

[E] This show has painfully mediocre or boring characters.

[F] This show has no good characterization at all.

Style: The look and appeal of the show. I really care about things like consistent styles, colours, and simply how cool everything looks.

[A+] This show has a very unique style, the characters are consistent and fit into their environment. I would kill for looks from this show.

[A] This show has a number of excellent character designs. Some characters or environments could use more creativity.

[A- ] There are 1 or 2 stand-out designs or characters in this show.

[B]  This show looks very nice but lacks a special visual look.

[C] This show looks very average but is still appealing.

[D] This show is average and is not appealing.

[E] This show is visually boring.

[F] This show is ugly.

Pacing: Talks about the development of the show and characters, whether it is rushed, has too much filler, or is dragging on and on.

[A+] The pacing fits the narrative perfectly. It combines dramatic and light-hearted moments naturally. I was not bored or distracted during this show.

[A] The show's pace is mostly perfect, with one or two scenes that do not work with the general pace.

[A- ] The show's pace is usually good, but there is either filler or poorly written scenes that take away from the good parts.

[B]  Half the pacing is good, and half is not.

[C] The pacing is consistent but not satisfying, because it either feels rushed or dragging.

[D] The show's pacing makes no sense and the scenes feel strange but is still watchable.

[E] The show is obviously poorly put-together.

[F] The show is painful to watch.

Animation: Will be judged in relation to the studio, or the budget, or even the genre. 

[A+] Perfect animation befitting the genre or budget of the production.

[A] Outside of a few minor issues, the animation is excellent.

[A- ] The animation may lack but is compensated through style or story.

[B]  The animation is good and fits the genre but is not special.

[C] The animation is acceptable but is not special.

[D] The animation is minimal or poor, but is still watchable.

[E] The animation is poor and is nearly unwatchable.

[F] The animation is terrible.

Music: Mostly concerned with the ending and opening but also talks about whether the music is fitting to the story or not.

[A+] The OP/ED are excellent and the music in the show is fitting and atmospheric. I listen to the OP/ED in my spare time.

[A] The OP/ED is good and most of the show music is fitting. I listen to the OP or the ED in my spare time.

[A- ]The OP/ED is good but not memorable, the show music is fitting most of the time. I may listen to the OP/ED in my spare time.

[B] The OP/ED is good but very forgettable, the show music is acceptable. I don't listen to the OP/ED in my spare time.

[C] The OP/ED is fine, the show music is mildly distracting. I don't listen to the OP/ED in my spare time.

[D] The OP/ED is not very good and the show music is very poor. I don't listen to the OP/ED in my spare time.

[E] All the music in the show is poor.

[F] The music in the show is of very poor quality, is not possible to listen to, or completely unfitting.

Final Score: Finally, we combine all the previous scores into one final decision!

So there it is, a guide to my convoluted scoring system. Sometimes the scores I give won't reflect these comments 100% but this is a general way in which I try to categorize how I feel about the shows I watch.

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