Earth Maiden Arjuna

After a near-fatal accident, high schooler Juna Ariyoshi has an out-of-body experience that shows her a ruined version of Earth months ahead, dominated by relentless beings called the Raajas. A mysterious man named Chris Hawken gives her a "power stone" that summons an "aura suit," unlocking latent abilities she didn't know she had. Juna must learn to use that power while coping with the shock of what she saw and the moral weight of protecting a planet on the edge of collapse, as allies and unknown forces complicate every step she takes.

Released in 2001, the series was created by Shoji Kawamori and presented as an original anime that mixes science fiction, spiritual motifs, and environmental concerns, produced in Japan and aimed at a mature audience.

The show developed a small but steady following among viewers who like thoughtful, symbol-heavy anime. Its imagery and ecological focus have kept it alive in online discussions and retrospective write-ups, and it often comes up when people talk about anime that treats nature and human impact seriously.

Critical and fan reactions have been mixed, reflected in a modest vote average of 6.727 out of 10 from user ratings. Many praised its ambition and willingness to tackle big ideas, while others felt the pacing and heavy symbolism undercut emotional connection. Major themes include environmental responsibility, the tension between technology and nature, and personal transformation under extreme moral pressure.

It did not win major industry awards, but the series has continued to attract attention among niche critics and anime scholars, who reference it in conversations about eco-conscious storytelling in animation and about Shoji Kawamori's broader body of work.