The appeal and evaluation of "DRAGON'S HEAVEN": A must-read review for anime fans

"Dragon's Heaven": A hidden gem of an 80s OVA

Released as an OVA on February 25, 1988, Dragon's Heaven is one of the most memorable works for anime fans of the 80s. This work was produced as an original anime, written by Makoto Kobayashi and directed by Makoto Kobayashi and Kiyoshi Fukumoto. It was produced jointly by Youmex, Artmic, and AIC, and released by Toshiba EMI. We will review this work in detail, which is short but offers a dense time with only one episode and 45 minutes.

story

The story of Dragon's Heaven is set on Earth in the near future. The Earth has been invaded by aliens, and humanity is on the brink of extinction. Meanwhile, the protagonist, a young boy named Dion, is chosen as a "Dragon Rider" with special abilities to fight the aliens. Together with his friends, he throws himself into the battle to save the Earth.

The story depicts Dion's training as a dragon rider and his journey to fight aliens with his companions. Dion is inexperienced at first, but he grows through his bonds with his companions and his experiences in battle. In the end, he takes part in a decisive battle that will decide the future of the Earth, and the ending leaves a strong impression on viewers.

character

Dion, the main character, is a brave boy with a strong sense of justice. He fights alongside his friends to fulfill his mission as a dragon rider. Dion's story of growth is moving to viewers. Dion's friends are also full of unique and charming characters. In particular, Dion's best friend, Marion, is an important presence who supports Dion. Her courage and kindness resonate deeply not only with Dion but also with the viewers.

Zenos, the leader of the aliens, is portrayed as a ruthless and powerful enemy. His presence makes the battle between Dion and his friends even more tense. Zenos' character is not just a villain, but is also given depth as the reasons and background for the alien invasion of Earth are depicted from the aliens' point of view.

animation

The animation of "Dragon's Heaven" is of very high quality for an 80's OVA. In particular, the dragon rider battle scenes are powerful and visually enjoyable. The character designs are unique and each character's characteristics are well expressed. The background art is also beautiful, and it effectively depicts the atmosphere of the near-future Earth.

Music is also an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the work. The BGM is grandiose, increasing tension in battle scenes and evoking emotions in moving scenes. The music in the final battle scene in particular leaves a strong impression on the viewer.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Dragon's Heaven" is a highly acclaimed OVA from the 80s. The story is simple yet moving, depicting the growth and bonds between characters. The animation is of high quality, making it a visual treat. The music is also an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the work.

This work is especially recommended for fans of 80's anime and OVAs. It will also be enjoyed by those who like sci-fi action set on Earth in the near future. The story of Dion and his friends' battles and growth will inspire and encourage viewers. Please give it a watch.

Supplementary Information

"Dragon's Heaven" is a rare original anime work released in 1988 as an OVA. Since there was no original work, the story and characters were all created by the animation production team. This is one example of how highly original works were valued in the OVA market in the 1980s.

This work is also noteworthy in that it was jointly produced by three production companies: Youmex, Artmic, and AIC. These production companies produced many OVA works from the 1980s to the 1990s, and "Dragon's Heaven" is one of them.

Another point worth mentioning is that it was released by Toshiba EMI, which released many OVAs from the 1980s to the 1990s, and Dragon's Heaven was one of the titles in the series.

Related Titles

Fans of Dragon's Heaven might also be interested in the following related works, which were also highly acclaimed OVAs from the 80s:

• "Megazone 23": A sci-fi action film set on Earth in the near future. It is a very popular OVA, highly praised for its story and animation.
• "Bubblegum Crisis": A sci-fi action film set in near-future Tokyo. The characters' personalities and battle scenes are appealing.
• "Record of Lodoss War": An adventure story set in a fantasy world. It depicts the growth and bonds between characters and has been highly praised as an OVA.

summary

"Dragon's Heaven" is a highly acclaimed OVA from the 80s. The story is simple yet moving, depicting the growth and bonds of the characters. The animation is of high quality, making it a visual treat. The music is also an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the work. This work is especially recommended for fans of 80s anime and OVAs. It will also be enjoyed by those who like sci-fi action set on Earth in the near future. The story of Dion and his friends' battles and growth will inspire and encourage viewers. Please give it a watch.