The appeal and reviews of "WILD ARMS Twilight Venom": A thorough explanation of the deep story and unique worldview

Wild Arms: Twilight Venom: A new adventure combining Western and science fiction

"Wild Arms Twilight Venom" is a TV anime series that aired from 1999 to 2000, based on the popular PlayStation games "Wild Arms" and "Wild Arms Second Ignition." This anime is known for skillfully incorporating the worldview of the original while developing an original story. The unique worldview that combines spaghetti western and science fiction elements gave viewers a fresh surprise and excitement.

story

The story begins when treasure-loving Loretta and her friends infiltrate the aerial prison, Arka-Tras, where they meet Keel, a scientist who is being held captive there, and Cheyenne, a boy who calls himself an ARMS user. Cheyenne is actually a 25-year-old young man, but he has had his brain transplanted into the boy's prosthetic body, making him a special being. He joins Keel as a companion and sets out on a journey to find his real body. During this journey, they face various challenges and deepen their bonds with each other.

character

The protagonist, Cheyenne Rainstorm, is known as a legendary ARMS user, and uses the pistol-shaped Budour and the ARMS that combines with it, the Badour. Accompanying him on his journey is Kiel Aronax, a large scientist with a taciturn and calm personality. In contrast to Cheyenne, Aronax's character has a lack of confidence around women, which adds depth to the story.

Additionally, Isaac is a male member of the Popepi Pipepo tribe and Jilucha's ex-husband, and it is comical how he cannot look her in the eye due to his lingering feelings for her. Loretta Oratorio is a voluptuous beauty who is a treasure enthusiast and is actually a witch who is over 100 years old. Her partner, Mirabelle Graceland, is a vampire who can live without drinking blood and has a unique background in that she prefers Cheyenne blood. Jilucha is a female member of the Popepi Pipepo tribe, and her character, who is 5,000 years old and has a long life experience, adds color to the story.

Worldview and setting

The story is set on the planet Fargaia, a nearly desolate land. 10,000 years ago, humanity attempted terraforming the planet, but failed, resulting in the birth of mutants. Fargaia was sealed away to prevent these mutants from escaping from the planet, and there are demi-humans such as vampires and wizards who carry demon lifeblood. In addition, ARMS are weapons that are said to have been used by demons in ancient times, and since humans who can use them are rare, ARMS users are rumored to be the reincarnation of demons. Furthermore, the mysterious organization ROOF, which transplanted Cheyenne's brain into a boy, is said to be artificially creating ARMS users.

Production and staff

The anime was directed by Mashimo Koichi, directed by Kawasaki Itsuro, and written by Matsui Aya and Kawasaki Itsuro. Character design was by Sekiguchi Kanami, mechanic design by Teraoka Kenji, visual design by Miyazawa Yasunori, art direction by Koyama Toshihisa, color design by Katayama Yumiko, and cinematography by Morishita Seiichi. Music was by Otani Ko, music direction by Kodama Takashi, sound direction by Matsukawa Riku, editing by Morita Seiji, line production by Horikawa Kenji, and producer by Katsumata Hideo. Animation was by Bee Train, and the series was produced by Sony Computer Entertainment and SPE Visual Works.

Episodes and subtitles

This series consists of 22 episodes, each with its own unique subtitle. From episode 1, "Sleeping Dirty," to episode 22, "The Last of Cheyenne," each episode has a different theme and plot. In particular, episodes 11, "No Home, No Body," and 13, "Lullaby of Noble Red," are important turning points in the story.

Theme songs and music

The ending theme "UNIVERSE" was written and composed by Wada Sho, and arranged and sung by TRICERATOPS. The insert song "CONTINUOUS" was written and composed by Naruke Michiko, arranged by Otani Sachi, and sung by Asou Kahori. The ending theme "Hoshizora Jet" was written, composed, and sung by Guitar Wolf, and this song was used for all episodes on the DVD and DVD-BOX. The opening theme is an arranged version of the ending theme "UNIVERSE".

Ratings and Recommendations

"Wild Arms: Twilight Venom" has been highly praised for its unique worldview, attractive characters, and detailed story development. In particular, the novel setting of fusing Western and science fiction has provided viewers with a new world of adventure. In addition, the individuality and growth of each character is depicted, making it easier for viewers to empathize with their journey.

This anime is recommended not only for fans of the original game, but also for those who like action, science fiction, and western movies. It is especially perfect for those who want to enjoy the depth of the story and the growth of the characters. It also has excellent quality in terms of music and visuals, making it a work that can be enjoyed both visually and aurally.

Furthermore, this anime contains a deeper theme that makes viewers think about the meaning of "travel" and "adventure." Cheyenne's journey is not just an adventure, but also a journey to explore the meaning of one's own existence and the bonds with friends. Therefore, it is also recommended for those who want to think about their own lives and relationships.

summary

"Wild Arms: Twilight Venom" is a work that is attractive for its innovative setting that combines Western and science fiction, its attractive characters, and its deep story development. Viewers can empathize with Cheyenne and her friends' journey and enjoy their growth and adventures. In addition, the music and visuals are of excellent quality, making it a work that can be enjoyed visually and aurally. This work is recommended not only for fans of the original game, but also for those who like action, science fiction, and Westerns, and those who want to think about their own lives and relationships.