The appeal and reviews of Scryed: Recommendations for modern anime fans

Scryed - A tale of power and struggle

The TV anime series "Scryed," which aired in 2001, was produced by Sunrise and directed by Goro Taniguchi. The anime is set in a special area called the "Lost Grounds," which was suddenly isolated from mainland Japan, and depicts the struggles and growth of boys with special abilities called "Alter." Below, we will introduce detailed information about "Scryed" and its appeal.

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

Anime Original

■ Broadcast period

July 4, 2001 - December 26, 2001 TV Tokyo series July 4, 2001 - December 26, 2001 (Episodes 1-26) Every Wednesday 18:00-18:30

■Broadcasting station

TV Tokyo

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 26

■ Director

Goro Taniguchi

■ Production

Produced by: Sunrise Produced by: TV TOKYO, Yomiko Advertising, Sunrise

■Works

©Sunrise

■ Story

22 years ago, a sudden crustal upheaval caused Lost Ground to become isolated from mainland Japan, and it has since developed into an independent, self-governing territory with a unique society. Kazuma, who works as a jack-of-all-trades in an undeveloped area of ​​the territory, is also an Alter user with the special ability to break down matter and reconstruct it as something else (= Alter). His abilities are superior to those of other users, and he is feared by them, but once he returns home, he is intimidated by Kanami, a shy but strong-willed girl.
One day, Kazuma goes to help his partner Kunihiko Kimijima in a dispute, but is defeated and captured by Ryuuhou, a member of the anti-Alter special forces unit Holy. Kazuma believes in his own power and forges ahead, while Ryuuhou condemns evil according to his own rules. The two share something in common at their core, but are incompatible, and they continue to fight, clashing their Alters against each other.
Meanwhile, in the Lost Grounds, various schemes and conspiracies surrounding the special ability Alter continue to widen the vortex of conflict. Holy hunts down those with abilities one by one while claiming to protect them. Suspecting a connection to the Great Uplift Phenomenon, the mainlanders are secretly plotting to target Alter. Meanwhile, the ever-growing abilities of Kazuma and Ryuuhou collide, causing another uplift phenomenon in the Lost Grounds.
From this, the mainlanders realized that the two's abilities were the key to "the other world," and used Mujou Konji, an Alter user, to set up various traps to get them to open the key. Finally, when Mujou opened the key with the two's powers, he made contact with the other world and succeeded in absorbing a huge amount of Alter into his body.
In order to thwart Mujou's ambitions, Kazuma and Ryuuhou head to the Alter Fortress where Mujou awaits. The two are worn down by his powerful power. But their fighting spirit burns stronger, and they draw out abilities from the other world, evolving even further and finally defeating Mujou. However, the intervention in the Lost Grounds doesn't stop there, and even a large army is sent from the mainland, but Kazuma and his friends defeat them too.
Kazuma and Ryuho continue to focus on the Lost Grounds and have blocked all intervention. However, there is still something important that remains for them. That is, they will settle things between the two of them. The two of them are having a great time "fighting" in the wilderness, punching each other and using their Alter abilities. Eventually, they run out of strength and fall to the ground. However, just after that, a single fist is raised high in the air. Who could that fist belong to?

■Explanation

The Lost Ground is a land that was formed by a sudden, great uplift. In this land, isolated from the Japanese mainland, a special two-tiered society has developed between the residents who have recovered from the collapse and the residents of the ruined areas that still bear the scars of the destruction. Among them are people who are born with special abilities. They are called Alter users, and their powers strongly stimulate the boys who live in a world of the survival of the fittest. Kazuma, a boy who grew up in the ruined area of ​​the Lost Ground and lives relying on his Alter ability, becomes embroiled in various schemes surrounding Alter due to a trivial incident. This is a brilliant fighting action film that depicts the heroism of boys who believe in their own powers and clash with each other.

*Quoted from the Sunrise official website

■Cast

・Kazuma/Soichiro Hoshi・Liu Feng/Hikari Midorikawa・Yuto Kanami/Yukari Tamura・Cherice Adjani/Masayo Kurata・Kunihiko Kimijima/Takumi Yamazaki・Mizumori Kiryu/Yuko Nagashima・Martin Sigmar/Yuji Takada・Straight Cougar/Norio Tsukui・Mujō Kōji/Satoshi Shiratori

■ Main staff

・Planning/Sunrise ・Original Concept/Hajime Yatate, Sunrise ・Planning/Keisuke Iwata (TV Tokyo), Shinichiro Kobayashi, Hisanori Kunizaki ・Director/Goro Taniguchi ・Character Design/Hirai Hisashi ・Visual Concept/Kunhisa Jinguji ・Design Works/Yasutaka Moriki, Shinji Aramaki, Masahiro Yamane*1
Art: Akira Suzuki Color design: Reiko Iwasawa Cinematography: Yoichi Hasegawa, Hirofumi Yagi Chief director: Takeshi Yoshimoto [episodes 6-26]
Editing: Yumiko Fuse Digital Effects: Toshio Hasegawa (Marix)
・3D effects: Hidenori Hayashi, Takeshi Okawa ・Chief director: Tsuyoshi Yoshimoto ・CG director: Masato Miyoshi ・Editor: Yukiko Nojiri (Wins)
・Editing cooperation: Hiroaki Itabe (J Film)
・Video editing: Yamate Minoru, Kajita Noriyuki (Q-Tech)
・Design cooperation: Thinkport, Hiroyuki Okawa ・Title design: Eiichi Hagiwara (bigbody)
・Cooperation: Kyoji Ishikawa ・Sound Production: Audio Planning You ・Recording Studio: APU Studio ・Mixer: Akiyoshi Tanaka ・Assistant Mixer: Nobutaka Taguchi ・Sound Effects: Masahiro Shoji (Fizz Sound Creation)
・Manga series/ Yasunari Toda "Weekly Shonen Champion" (Akita Publishing)
・Public relations: Tadamitsu Matsuzaka (TV Tokyo), Noriaki Tanaka ・Production desk: Hiroomi Iketani ・Setting production: Ippo Hyodo ・Production administration: Kumi Tanaka ・Planning manager: Kotaro Nakayama ・Sound director: Yasuo Urakami ・Music: Kotaro Nakagawa ・Music producer: Yoshimoto Ishikawa ・Music cooperation: TV Tokyo ・Music producer: Fukashi Azuma (TV Tokyo), Kazunori Takagi, Takashi Kawachiyama ・Scriptwriter: Yosuke Kuroda ・Production: Sunrise ・Production: TV TOKYO, Yomiuri Advertising, Sunrise

■ Main Characters

・A boy who does all sorts of things in the ruined district of Kazuma Lost Ground, his past, background, real name, etc. are largely unknown. He lives with Kanami, a girl he met two years ago, in a dilapidated clinic in the ruined district. Perhaps because he has lived alone since he was a child, he makes decisions quickly. With a straightforward personality, he hates compromise and giving up, and acts by his own rule of believing in his own strength and pushing forward. Also, backed by his strong fighting spirit, he has an Alter called "Shellbright" that specializes in striking power.
Liu Feng vs. Alter users A member of the Holy Special Forces, he carries out his missions coldly. As a child, he was a kind and sensitive boy who was confused by his own abilities, but six years ago, he witnessed his mother and his beloved dog, Zetsumei, being murdered by a mysterious Alter user, which prompted him to manifest a completely independent Alter Zetsumei. Since then, his kindness has disappeared, and he has come to hate intensely the Native Alters who disrupt the order of the Lost Grounds with their seemingly arrogant behavior. At the same time, he is searching for the whereabouts of his mother's murderer.
・Kanami Yutaka
A girl who met Kazuma by chance two years ago and has been living with him ever since in a dilapidated clinic in a ruined district. Her parents, background and other past details are unknown. She is extremely shy, and uses polite language when speaking to others, and only speaks her true feelings to Kazuma. She has feelings for Kazuma that are similar to motherly love, and is a reliable person who keeps a close eye on his daily life.
Sherice Adjani vs. Alter A member of the special forces Holy. An expert in intelligence, she sometimes takes command of her unit. When she was a native Alter, she led her team and survived in the desolate area, but her team was wiped out by a hostile force, and she herself was injured and captured. She was saved by Liu Feng and joined Holy. Since then, she has become a brave girl who has decided to dedicate herself to Liu Feng.
A good-natured man from a ruined area who works as a go-between for a jack-of-all-trades. At first glance, he seems like a talkative, easy-going guy, but he's actually a good-natured man with a strong sense of honor. He met Kazuma three years ago, and knew right from the start that he could trust him. Since then, they've been good buddies who go beyond work.
・A childhood friend of Kiryu Mizumori Ryuuhou and the daughter of Kiryu Tadanori, Holly's biggest sponsor. She visited the Lost Grounds from the mainland for the first time in seven years to study the uplift phenomenon and Alter, and took up a post in Holly's strategy information processing and Alter research team. Perhaps a major part of her purpose was to be reunited with Ryuuhou, for whom she had feelings that went beyond childhood friendship.
Martin Sigmar vs. Alter users He is the captain of the special forces Holy, and has all decision-making power within Holy. He was one of the first Alter users to be discovered, and therefore the oldest, but he looks older than his actual age. Although his Alter powers are enormous, he rarely uses them, and only a handful of people within Holy know of their true nature. He set out to establish Holy in order to solidify the status of Alter users in society, and has continued to be active since then, but he is willing to make some sacrifices in order to accomplish his goals in opposition to the strong pressure from the mainland.
Straight Cougar vs. Alter A member of the Holy Special Forces. A man who believes that speed is power.
Mujou Kunji is a special advisor and Alter user who was sent from the mainland to the Lost Grounds. He was originally from a clan that was crushed by the Liu family, and the tragic experiences he had back then caused him to develop hatred for the Liu family and an insatiable thirst for power, so he volunteered to undergo refinement on the mainland. During this time, he caught a glimpse of the "other world," which gave him powerful Alter abilities. He has a jealous and sly personality. As his cold gaze tells us, he is a snake-like man.

■ Main robot items

A fused, wearable Alter that appears on Shellblit's right arm.
- Shadowless Independent Alter. It was mainly composed of the body of Ryuuhou's pet dog as a catalyst, and inherited its name.
Radical Good Speed: Anything can be made into the fastest vehicle possible.

■Subtitle

・Episode 1/Kazuma (2001/07/04)
・Episode 2/Liu Feng (2001/07/11)
・Episode 3/Holy (2001/07/18)
Episode 4: Big Magnum (2001/07/25)
・Episode 5/Kiryu Mizumori (2001/08/01)
Episode 6: Shadow of the Dead (2001/08/08)
Episode 7/Asuka Tachibana (2001/08/15)
Episode 8: The Worst Script [Mad Script] (2001/08/22)
・Episode 9/Shell Brit (2001/08/29)
Episode 10: Super Crisis (2001/09/05)
・Episode 11/Alters (2001/09/12)
・Episode 12/Kimishima Kunihiko (2001/09/19)
・Episode 13/Lost Ground (2001/09/26)
・Episode 14/Mujou Samurai (2001/10/03)
Episode 15: Outcast (2001/10/10)
・Episode 16/Natsuki Sou (2001/10/17)
Episode 17/Ayase Terada (2001/10/24)
・Episode 18/Straight Cougar (2001/10/31)
Episode 19: The Three Sisters of Everlasting Summer (2001/11/07)
Episode 20/Yuuno Kanami (2001/11/14)
・Episode 21/Holy Eye (2001/11/21)
Episode 22/Martin Sigmar (2001/11/28)
・Episode 23/Cherice Adjani (2001/12/05)
Episode 24/Fist (2001/12/12)
・Episode 25/Native (2001/12/19)
Episode 26/Dream (2001/12/26)

■ Related works

・Scryed Alteration Part 1 TAO
・Scryed Alteration Part 2 QUAN

■ Theme songs and music

・OP1
・Period: 1 to 25
・Reckless fire
Lyrics: Mikio Sakai; Composition: Daichi Suzuki; Arrangement: Daichi Suzuki; Singer: Yasuaki Ide

・OP2
・Period/26
・Drastic my soul
Lyrics: Mikio Sakai Composition: Mikio Sakai Arrangement: Mikio Sakai Singer: Mikio Sakai

・ED1
・Period: 1 to 25
・Drastic my soul
Lyrics: Mikio Sakai Composition: Mikio Sakai Arrangement: Mikio Sakai Singer: Mikio Sakai

・ED2
・Period/26
・The bell of departure is ringing・Lyrics/Mikio Sakai・Composition/Mikio Sakai・Arrangement/Mikio Sakai・Singer/Mikio Sakai

・IN1
・Period: 14th, 17th
・All I need is love
Lyrics: Mikio Sakai Composition: Mikio Sakai Arrangement: Mikio Sakai Singer: Mikio Sakai

・IN2
・Period/19
・Magma
Lyrics: Mikio Sakai; Music: Daichi Suzuki; Singer: Masaaki Ide

・IN3
・Period/25
・Discovery
Lyrics: Mikio Sakai Composition: Mikio Sakai Arrangement: Mikio Sakai Singer: Mikio Sakai

The appeal and evaluation of Scryed

Although "Scryed" is an anime that was broadcast in 2001, it continues to be loved by many fans even today. Its appeal lies in the growth and struggles of the main characters Kazuma and Ryuuhou, and the epic story that surrounds them. Below, we will take a closer look at the appeal and evaluation of "Scryed".

■ The appeal of the story

The story of "Scryed" depicts the battles and growth of boys with special powers called "Alter." Set in an isolated area called the Lost Ground, the story depicts the conflicts and alliances between Kazuma and Ryuho. The story is not just about battle action, but also explores the inner lives of the characters, their relationships, and social themes, making it an appealingly deep story development.

In particular, the relationship between Kazuma and Ryuu Feng is at the core of the story. Kazuma is a straightforward boy who believes in his own strength and pushes ahead, while Ryuu Feng is a cold-hearted mission executor, but he also bears the emotional scars of searching for the killer of his mother. Their conflict and cooperation leaves a strong impression on viewers. In the second half of the story, it becomes clear that the abilities of the two men are the keys to the "other world," and even larger-scale developments await.

■Charm of the characters

Each character in "Scryed" is unique and charming. The protagonist Kazuma's determination to believe in his own strength and forge ahead resonates with viewers. In addition, the backgrounds and feelings of each character are carefully depicted, such as Ryuuhou's cold-heartedness and emotional scars, Kanami's reliable personality, and Sherris's bravery.

In particular, the relationship between Kazuma and Ryuuhou is an important element that enhances the appeal of the work. Their conflict and cooperation leave a strong impression on the viewer. In addition, supporting characters such as Kunihiko Kimijima and Mizumori Kiryu also play an important role in adding depth to the story.

■ The appeal of the battle scenes

The appeal of the battle scenes in "Scryed" is the powerful combat that makes full use of special abilities called Alters. Each character's Alter, such as Kazuma's "Shellbright" and Liu Feng's "Shadow Breaking", is unique, making for visually enjoyable battles. In the second half of the story, it becomes clear that the abilities of the two characters are the key to the "other world", and even larger-scale developments await.

■ The appeal of music

The music of "Scryed" is an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the work. The opening theme "Reckless fire" and the ending theme "Drastic my soul" are powerful songs that capture the hearts of viewers. In addition, the insert songs "All I need is love" and "Magma" also have the effect of stirring emotions as the story unfolds.

■ Evaluation and recommendation

"Scryed" is a work that leaves a strong impression on viewers, with all elements of the story, characters, battle scenes, music, etc. all being of a high standard. In particular, the growth and battles of the main characters Kazuma and Ryuuhou, as well as the epic story that surrounds them, provide viewers with excitement and emotion.

This work is recommended not only for those who like battle action, but also for those who want to enjoy a deep story and character growth. Also, even though it was broadcast in 2001, it is still loved by many fans, which shows how attractive it is.

"Scryed" is a story of power and struggle that will move and excite the viewer. Please watch this work and experience its charm.