Zettai Muteki Raijin-Oh: First Love Strategy! - A thorough analysis of the touching story and the charms of the characters

Absolutely Invincible Raijin-Oh First Love Strategy!

■ Public Media

OVA

■ Original Media

Anime Original

■ Release date

September 30, 1992

■Release and sales

EMI Music Japan

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■ Director

Toshifumi Kawase

■Works

©Sunrise

■ Story

Zettai Muteki Raijin-Oh: First Love Mission!, a sequel OVA to Zettai Muteki Raijin-Oh, depicts the story of the Earth Defense Team after they advance to the sixth grade. The protagonist Hiroshi is teased about his relationship with Cookie, a classmate, and cries out, "I don't like Cookie!". Hearing Hiroshi's sad cry of love, Tider blurts out a word that triggers the creation of the evil beast Hatsukoi. The power of Hatsukoi's arrow causes a storm of love to sweep through Yosho Town, and Cookie eventually falls in love with Yopper. The Earth Defense Team is dispatched to the scene after hearing the news of the evil beast's appearance, but Koji, who is hit by the evil beast's arrow, suddenly confesses his love to Jin. Furthermore, a forbidden love triangle is formed with Asuka in love with Koji. This OVA is a comical depiction of the Earth Defense Team's exploits while depicting the complexities of love and the pain of youth.

■ Main staff

・Director: Toshifumi Kawase ・Story Composition: Hideki Sonoda ・Character Design: Kei Takeuchi ・Mechanical Design: Takahiro Yamada ・Music: Kohei Tanaka

■ Related works

・[TVA] 91.04.03-92.03.25 Zettai Muteki Raijin-Oh (51 episodes)
・[OVA] 16/12/92 Zettai Muteki Raijin-Oh: Yoshojo Karakuri Yume Nikki (1 episode)
・[OVA] 93.02.24 Zettai Muteki Raijin-Oh: Minna ga Chikyuu Boueigumi (1 episode)

■Detailed evaluation and recommendation

"Zettai Muteki Raijin-Oh: First Love Mission!" is an OVA released in 1992 and is positioned as a sequel to the robot anime series "Zettai Muteki Raijin-Oh" produced by Sunrise. This work depicts the new adventures and growth of the members of the Earth Defense Team after they advance to the sixth grade, and is an episode that particularly emphasizes the romantic element.

The story revolves around the relationship between Hiroshi and Cookie. When Hiroshi denies his feelings for Cookie, the evil beast Hatsukoi is born, causing a storm of love in Yosho Town. This setting symbolizes the complicated emotions of adolescence and resonates with viewers. The love turmoil caused by the evil beast's arrows also creates comical scenes that entertain viewers. In particular, the scene where Koji confesses his love to Jin and the love triangle with Asuka provide viewers with laughs and surprises.

Director Kawase Toshifumi was also the director of the original series, and his unique direction shines in this OVA. In particular, the way he expresses emotions through the characters' expressions and movements leaves a deep impression on the viewer. Hideki Sonoda, who was in charge of the story composition, has inherited the charm of the original series while emphasizing its elements as a youth drama. Character designer Takeuchi Kei and mechanical designer Yamada Takahiro have faithfully reproduced the visuals of the original series while adding new characters and mecha to enhance the visual appeal. Kohei Tanaka, who was in charge of the music, has inherited the music of the original series while adding new songs to liven up the atmosphere of the story.

This OVA is a must-watch for fans of the original series. In particular, viewers will be moved by the way the Earth Defense Force members grow and face new challenges. The story, which emphasizes romance, will resonate with adolescent viewers and provide laughs and tears. Furthermore, the reappearance of characters and mecha from the original series will meet fans' expectations.

Related works include the TV series and other OVAs of "Zettai Muteki Raijin-Oh". The TV series consists of 51 episodes and is the main story depicting the exploits of the Earth Defense Team. "Yoshoujo Karakuri Yume Nikki" and "Minna ga Chikyuu Boueigumi" are OVAs that depict the story of the Earth Defense Team from different perspectives and are not to be missed by fans. By watching these works, you can gain a deeper understanding of the world of "Zettai Muteki Raijin-Oh".

"Zettai Muteki Raijin-Oh: First Love Mission!" is a moving story about the struggles and growth of youth, making it a must-see OVA for fans of the original series. It will provide viewers with laughs and tears, and allow them to enjoy the new adventures of the Earth Defense Team. By watching the related works as well, you will gain a deeper understanding and be moved by the story.