The appeal and evaluation of "Jibaku-kun TWELVE WORLD STORY": In-depth review

Jibakukun TWELVE WORLD STORY - Jibakukun Twelve World Story -

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

comics

■ Broadcast period

October 5, 1999 - March 28, 2000
October 5, 1999 - March 28, 2000 Every Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00
26 episodes, 30 minutes each, total 26 episodes

■Broadcasting station

TV Tokyo

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 26

■Original Story

・Original work by Ami Shibata

■ Director

・Director: Yuki Suzuki

■ Production

Animation Production: Trans Arts Production: TV Tokyo, TV Tokyo MEDIANET
・Production cooperation: Studio Zain

■ Story

Baku is a resident of "Fasta", one of the 12 worlds in "Zerub World" that rotates clockwise. He is noticed by a person named Honoo who helps him by chance, and is given a certain title. His name is "GC (Great Child)", a title given to monster extermination experts who exist in each world. Baku, who dreamed of becoming a GC (Great Child), is surprised by the sudden turn of events but also overjoyed. He begins his adventure with Jibaku-kun, the spirit who is the partner of the GC (Great Child), but...

■Explanation

This is a fantasy battle story in which the main character, Baku, fights with the spirit Jibaku against "Trouble Monsters" that attack humans. The story is based on the comic of the same name by Shibata Ami. Although this is a classic fantasy battle story, it is characterized by its many comedy elements. The first half of the story follows the original, but the second half is original to the anime, and the character design of the final boss is also original to the TV anime.

■Cast

・Bomb/Akira Ishida ・Flame/Yasuhiro Matsumoto ・Pink/Tomoko Kawakami ・Kai/Hiroshi Kamiya

■ Main staff

・Original story / Shibata Ami・Planning / Hamamura Koichi, Kayama Satoshi・Director / Suzuki Yuki・Series composition / Tomioka Atsuhiro・Character design / Shimabukuro Miyuki・Art director / Nakahara Hideto・Color setting / Watanabe Aki・Director of photography / Torikoshi Kazushi・Editing / Fuse Yumiko, Nojiri Yukiko・Title / Maki Pro・Development, VTR editing / Tokyo Development Laboratory・Special effects / Marix, Hasegawa Toshio・Sound effects / Arita Toshiki・Sound recording / Abe Yasuyuki・Program promotion / Saeki Mami・Music / Sawada Kan・Music cooperation / TV Tokyo Music・Sound director / Fujino Sadayoshi・Sound production / Movie Television・Producers / Saito Kaoru, Yanagisawa Takayuki・Animation producer / Morita Toshiaki・Assistant producer / Kanno Kazuto, Nishinomiya Noriko・Production cooperation / Studio Zain・Animation production / Trans Arts・Production / TV Tokyo, TV Tokyo MEDIANET

■ Main Characters

・The protagonist of this work, he has the ability to specialize in fire. Although he does not have a "license" given to those with powers beyond those of ordinary people, his abilities are certain. He has an arrogant and egocentric personality, but he also has a caring side for his friends.

・Jibaku-kun is a spirit of "Fasta" who travels with Baku. As the name "Jibaku" suggests, he has the ability to self-destruct when he spreads his arms.

The previous GC (Great Child) who bestowed power on Enbaku. During his active days, he was known as the "Strongest GC (Great Child)" and was a legendary figure.

・The GC (Great Child) of Pink 2's world, "Second." She is a friend of Baku and has a tomboyish personality. She is fascinated by Honoo after he helped her with an incurable disease. Her license is "Psychic Ability" and her spirit is "Barnbi."

・GC (Great Child) of "Sar" in the world of Kai 3. Also a friend of Baku. His license is "martial arts" and his spirit is "Bakuzan". He uses tactics that make the most of these two abilities.

■Subtitle

Episode 1: Conquering the Dream - My Name is Baku! (1999/10/05)
・Episode 2/Dreaming GC Pink!
・Episode 3/What do fairies dream about?
・Episode 4/Wings of Dreams・Drive Monster ・Episode 5/Dream Chaser・GC Kai!
・Episode 6/Proof of a dream and the pride of GC!
Episode 7: Achieve your dream with my skills!
Episode 8: Beyond his father's dream! GC D'Artagnan!
・Episode 9 / Deliver to the Fire! Bridge of Dreams・Episode 10 / Steal the Dream・GC Alibaba・Episode 11 / Tragic Love・Monster's Dream・Episode 12 / Spirit's Dream・Mill's Dream・Episode 13 / GS Hail・Cutting Off the Dream!
・Episode 14/Dream Tapestry・The Girl Silva・Episode 15/A Bad Dream・Its Name!
・Episode 16/GC Live: Singing in a dream!
・Episode 17/Awakening from a Dream・GC Dead!
・Episode 18/GC Ranmaru: Running towards his dream!
・Episode 19/The enemy is the pirate GC Lucy!
・Episode 20/Flying to Dreams・GC Hayate!
・Episode 21/Frozen Dream・GC Jeanne!
・Episode 22: The dreamy non-combustible island and excitement!
・Episode 23: Dream Storyteller: King Jibaku!
Episode 24: Fallen Angel Hail - Confusing Dreams!
・Episode 25: Shoot the flames! Shout to the dream ・Episode 26: Dream - It's the beginning (2000/03/28)

■ Theme songs and music

・OP1
・On a map no one knows・Lyrics by Yumi Matsuzawa・Music by Hirofumi Asamoto・Arrangement by Hirofumi Asamoto・Singer by Yumi Matsuzawa

・ED1
・LAST TEARS
Lyrics: Shiina Nagano Composition: Minami Takayama Arrangement: TWO-MIX
・Song／TWO-MIX

Jibakukun TWELVE WORLD STORY - Detailed Review and Recommendation

"Jibaku-kun TWELVE WORLD STORY" is an anime series that aired on TV Tokyo from 1999 to 2000, and is based on the manga of the same name by Ami Shibata. This work is known for its exquisite fusion of fantasy, battle, and comedy elements. Below, we will explain in detail the appeal and features of this work, as well as its recommended points.

The appeal of the story

The story of "Jibaku-kun TWELVE WORLD STORY" is set in "Tselve World," a world with 12 worlds arranged clockwise. The protagonist, Baku, is a resident of a world called Fasta, and is given the title of "GC (Great Child)" by a person called Honoo. This title is given to one monster extermination expert in each world, and it was also Baku's dream. Baku begins his adventure with the spirit Jibaku-kun, traveling to various worlds and battling troublesome monsters.

The storyline follows the original manga faithfully in the first half, but the second half is original to the anime. This original storyline provides fresh surprises for viewers and gives new enjoyment to fans of the manga. The character design of the final boss is also original to the anime, making for a strong visual impact.

Character Appeal

Each character in this work has their own unique and attractive background. The main character, Baku, has a special ability to use fire, but also has an arrogant and self-centered personality. However, his compassion for his companions and his growth are depicted, making it easier for viewers to empathize with him. Jibaku-kun is a spirit who travels with Baku as his partner, and is a unique character with the ability to self-destruct. Flame is the previous GC who bestowed his powers on Baku, and his legendary presence adds depth to the story.

Other GCs such as Pink and Kai also add excitement to Baku's adventures as characters from different worlds. Pink is a tomboy who is fascinated by fire, but is also a powerful character with a license for psychic powers. Kai is a warrior with a license for martial arts, and fights alongside the spirit Bakuzan. The relationships and growth of these characters are a major factor in drawing viewers in.

The appeal of the comedy element

"Jibaku-kun TWELVE WORLD STORY" is a classic fantasy battle genre, but it is characterized by its abundance of comedy elements. Baku and Jibaku-kun's actions and lines contain many elements that make the viewer laugh, and the balance between serious and comical scenes is exquisite. These comedy elements help reduce the viewer's stress and improve the tempo of the entire story.

In particular, the scenes where Jibaku-kun commits suicide and the troubles caused by Baku's arrogant attitude not only provide laughs to the viewers, but also serve as important elements that emphasize the individuality of the characters. In addition, the subtitles of each episode contain humorous elements, and there are many ways to entertain the viewers.

The appeal of music

The music in this work is also an important element that enhances the appeal of the work. The opening theme, "Daremo Shiranai Chizu De," is a magnificent song that makes you feel the beginning of an adventure, with the powerful voice of Yumi Matsuzawa and the composition and arrangement of Hirofumi Asamoto. The ending theme, "LAST TEARS," enhances the moving story with the beautiful harmony of TWO-MIX and the composition of Minami Takayama. These theme songs are sure to leave a deep impression on the viewers' hearts.

The music in the film, composed by Kan Sawada, also plays a role in enhancing the atmosphere of each scene. Tension-increasing music is used in battle scenes, and comedic music is used in comedy scenes, skillfully manipulating the emotions of the viewers.

Recommended points

"Jibaku-kun TWELVE WORLD STORY" is a work that exquisitely combines fantasy, battle, and comedy elements, and can be enjoyed by a wide range of viewers. It is especially recommended for the following viewers:

• Fantasy and battle fans
• People who like comedy elements
• People who are interested in character development and relationships
• People who are passionate about music

This work has the power to provide viewers with laughter and emotion, and to draw them into the world of the story. Please give it a watch.