New Fist of the North Star: The revival of a legend and its evaluation

New Fist of the North Star: The revival of a legend and its evaluation

New Fist of the North Star: Kenshiro's New Journey

"New Fist of the North Star" is an OVA series based on the legendary manga "Fist of the North Star", with a total of three episodes released from 2003 to 2004. This work continues the epic worldview of the original work, while introducing new stories and characters to provide fresh surprises to fans. Below, we will introduce detailed information and reviews of "New Fist of the North Star", as well as recommended points.

Overview

"New Fist of the North Star" depicts the original Kenshiro embarking on a new journey. While following the worldview of the original, it develops deeper human drama and spectacular battle scenes. The OVA, which consists of three episodes, depicts different themes and stories in each episode, depicting Kenshiro's growth and suffering.

Public Information

  • Release Media : OVA
  • Original Media : Manga
  • Release date : July 24, 2003
  • Released and sold by : Happinet Pictures
  • Duration : 60 minutes
  • Episodes : 3
  • Original author : Buronson, Tetsuo Hara
  • Director : Takashi Watanabe
  • Production : Animation Production/ACGT
  • Copyright : ©2003 Buronson, Tetsuo Hara/Coamix/"New Fist of the North Star" Production Committee

cast

■Cast

・Kenshiro/Takehito Koyasu ・Tobi/Muzumi Takase ・Sara/Yurika Hino ・Vista/Romi Park ・Mine/Tomoe Hanba ・Sanga/Unsho Ishizuka ・Seiji/Gackt

Takehito Koyasu was cast as the voice actor for Kenshiro, and his powerful performance adds depth to the work. Gackt also appears as Seiji, contributing to the music.

Main Staff

■ Main staff

・Director/Watanabe Takashi ・Original work/Buronson, Hara Tetsuo ・Producer/Fukuda Yoshiyo ・Character design, chief animation director/Tonozaki Haruo ・Key drawings/Ando Masahiro, Hayama Junichi, Kinoshita Yuki, Taniguchi Moriyasu ・Mechanical design, 3D supervision/Kawahara Tomohiro ・Art director/Azuma Junichi, Kuwahara Satoru ・Editing - Kofukuda Shinji ・Director of photography/Watanabe Junichi ・Music/Takanashi Koji ・Performance/Yaiba
・Sound Director: Masafumi Mima ・3DCG Production: Pastel ・Animation Producer - Shojiro Abe ・Animation Production: ACGT
Produced by OB Planning, New Fist of the North Star Production Committee

Director Takashi Watanabe respects the worldview of the original work while adding a new interpretation to provide viewers with a fresh and moving experience. Also, don't miss the beautiful visuals by Haruo Tonosaki, who was in charge of character design and general animation director.

subtitle

■Subtitle

・Episode 1: The Cursed City (2003/07/24)
・Episode 2: Forbidden Fist (2003/10/23)
・Episode 3: When a man shoulders the burden of sadness (2004/05/28)

Each episode has a different theme, and various human dramas are depicted throughout Kenshiro's journey. In particular, "Episode 3: When a Man Carries Sorrow" is a moving episode that focuses on Kenshiro's inner thoughts.

Related Titles

■ Related works

・Fist of the North Star ・New Fist of the North Star Episode 2: The Forbidden Fist ・New Fist of the North Star Episode 3: When a Man Shoulders Sadness

"New Fist of the North Star" is a work that inherits the worldview of the original "Fist of the North Star", and is a must-see for fans. In addition, each episode has an independent story, so it can be enjoyed on its own.

Theme songs and music

■ Theme songs and music

・OP1
・Lu:na
・Vocals/Gackt

・ED1
・OASIS
・Vocals/Gackt

The opening theme "Lu:na" and the ending theme "OASIS" feature Gackt's powerful singing voice, which adds to the atmosphere of the work. These songs are sure to leave a deep impression on viewers' hearts.

Rating and Recommended Points

"New Fist of the North Star" is a work that allows fans of the original work to enjoy the story of Kenshiro from a new perspective, and it is also attractive for those who are experiencing "Fist of the North Star" for the first time. Below, we will introduce the specific evaluation and recommended points.

story

"Fist of the North Star: The New Series" continues the grand worldview of the original work, while introducing new stories and characters to provide viewers with fresh surprises. Each episode has a different theme, and various human dramas are depicted throughout Kenshiro's journey. In particular, "Episode 3: When a Man Carries Sorrow" is a moving episode that focuses on Kenshiro's inner world, and is sure to move viewers' hearts.

character

Kenshiro and other characters have been given new interpretations while retaining the charm of the original work. In particular, Takehito Koyasu has been cast as the voice actor for Kenshiro, and his powerful performance adds depth to the work. Gackt also participates as Seiji, contributing to the music. The exploits of these characters are sure to leave a strong impression on viewers.

visual

The beautiful visuals of Haruo Tonosaki, who was in charge of character design and general animation director, will surely be a treat for the eyes of viewers. The depiction of the battle scenes in particular has a strong visual impact by incorporating new expressive techniques while retaining the power of the original. Also, the skills of Tomohiro Kawahara, who was in charge of the mechanic design and 3D supervision, are not to be missed.

music

The opening theme "Lu:na" and the ending theme "OASIS" feature Gackt's powerful singing voice that enhances the atmosphere of the work. These songs will be deeply engraved in the hearts of viewers. In addition, Yasuharu Takanashi's music is an important element that enhances the worldview of the work.

Recommended points

"New Fist of the North Star" allows fans of the original work to enjoy Kenshiro's story from a new perspective, and is also appealing to those experiencing "Fist of the North Star" for the first time. In particular, each episode has a different theme, depicting various human dramas throughout Kenshiro's journey. In addition, the film is packed with visual and auditory elements, including the beautiful visuals of character designer and chief animation director Haruo Tonosaki, the powerful singing voice of Gackt, and the music of Yasuharu Takanashi. The combination of these elements makes "New Fist of the North Star" a work that leaves a strong impression on viewers.

Conclusion

"New Fist of the North Star" is a work that provides viewers with fresh surprises by introducing new stories and characters while inheriting the magnificent worldview of the original work. Each episode has a different theme, and various human dramas are depicted through Kenshiro's journey. In addition, visual and auditory elements are also abundant, such as the beautiful visuals of Haruo Tonosaki, who was in charge of character design and general animation director, the powerful singing voice of Gackt, and the music of Yasuharu Takanashi. The combination of these elements makes "New Fist of the North Star" a work that leaves a strong impression on viewers. For fans of the original work, it is a work that allows you to enjoy Kenshiro's story from a new perspective, and it is also attractive for those who are experiencing "Fist of the North Star" for the first time. Please give it a watch.

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