"Ark the Lad": A tale of adventure and friendship about the fiery boy ElkOverview"Arc the Lad" is a TV anime series that aired in 1999 and is based on the PlayStation simulation RPG "Arc the Lad II" produced by G-Craft. It consists of 26 episodes and was broadcast on WOWOW every Monday from 7:00 to 7:30 p.m. Animation was produced by BeeTrain, and production was handled by Sony Computer Entertainment and SPE Visualworks. ■ StoryElk is a boy who is the descendant of a family that can freely control fire. He has made a name for himself as a skilled hunter by making use of his special ability. One day, he receives a request from the guild to eliminate terrorists, and heads to an airship with his friend Shu. There, he meets a mysterious girl named Lisa, and Elk's fate begins to change dramatically. This is a fantasy adventure in which Elk and his friends go on an adventure to thwart the ambitions of the great power Romalia, which is plotting world domination. ■Explanation"Arc the Lad" is an anime adaptation of "Arc the Lad II," a simulation RPG for the PlayStation created by G-Craft. The storyline is close to the original up until episode 12, but from episode 13 onwards the anime has a completely original story. The personalities of the characters are also slightly different between the game and the anime, and although it is not stated in the credits, the opening theme used in this work is an arrangement of the opening theme from the game. ■Cast
■ Main staff
■ Main Characters
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■ Theme songs and music
■ Review"Ark the Lad" is an anime adaptation of a game, depicting a fascinating story that combines fantasy and action. The protagonist Elk's desire for revenge and sense of justice, as well as the bond with his companions, are at the heart of the story, and have the power to draw viewers in. In particular, the adventure that begins with the encounter between Elk and Lisa will move and excite viewers. The first half of the anime is faithful to the original game, which will bring back memories for fans. However, from episode 13 onwards, the story becomes original and new developments are added, giving it a different appeal from the original. In particular, the episodes depicting the changes in the relationship between Elk and Arc, and Liza's growth are worth watching. The character and mechanic designs are also of very high quality, highlighting BeeTrain's technical capabilities. In particular, the scenes depicting Elk's fire powers and Liza's beast tamer abilities are visually stunning and never boring to watch. Michiru Oshima's music is also an important element in adding excitement to the story, and the ending themes "Happy Tomorrow" and "Rest in Peace" in particular help to bring out the atmosphere of the story. The cast is also impressive, with each character's voice actor bringing their character to life, including Daisuke Namikawa as Elk, Yui Horie as Liza, and Shuu Ikeda as Shu. In particular, Daisuke Namikawa's performance as Elk's revengeful spirit and sense of justice leaves a strong impression on viewers. ■Recommendation"Ark the Lad" is recommended for those who like fantasy and action, those who like anime based on games, and those who are looking for a new adventure story. In particular, the episodes depicting Elk's growth and the bond with his friends will be moving and exciting. Also, those who have played the original game will be able to enjoy the original story of the anime. In addition, you can't miss the beautiful character and mechanic designs by Bee Train, and the music by Michiru Oshima. It's a work that can be enjoyed both visually and aurally, so please give it a watch. |
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