First time ever writing a review, figure it's a new year, time to try writing reviews. Ok, that aside, on with the review: This will be spoiler-free, rest assured. Story: 6/10 There isn't much to say about the story - it builds up a world, but it's only within the framework of roughly 40 minutes or so. Much doesn't really happen; there is a small direct conflict physically portrayed in the episode, and then the conflict mentioned but not shown as part of the world-setting/backdrop. Given that this episode was released under the pretense of promoting a JRPG that's to be released in late-January, it does agood job in that regard. However, as a stand-alone, the episode leaves much to be desired, despite concluding the small-scale story presented within the context of the episode.

Art: 9/10
This is my second time watching a Ufotable work, the first being the new Fate UBW. The art is rather familiar in regards to UBW - the characters are well-drawn, complemented by very appealing backdrops, from the Castle-in-the-Sky-reminiscent ruins to the cloud-covered landscapes. The last scene of the world following the credits deserves much praise - it really sets up the feeling of the adventure about to begin.

Sound: 8/10
Epic. Generic? Maybe. The tracks used to compliment the scenes worked well, and that's all that matters in my book. VERY reminiscent of video game music, and with good reason.

Characters: 6/10
My issues with the characters are the same with the story - there's only 40 minutes of material to observe. While archetypes are present, they aren't expanded upon, given the nature of the length of the episode. Nothing remarkable with the characters, truth be told.

Enjoyment: 8/10
As a prequel episode so-to-speak promoting the game, I had a good time. The whole episode felt like a fleshed-out opening cutscene for a video game. The action sequences weren't particularly amazing but still kept me watching. The build-up of the setting was fun - as someone who is a sucker for epic-type storytelling, watching this episode was definitely a good time.

Overall: 8/10
The episode fulfills its role well, given its limitations. I'll definitely be on the lookout for a sequel, should an anime be made from the JRPG.