The appeal and reviews of Kinnikuman II ULTIMATE MUSCLE: A thorough explanation of the evolution of the series

Kinnikuman II ULTIMATE MUSCLE - The Beginning of the Legendary Superhuman World Grand Prix

In 2004, a legend began again on late-night TV Tokyo. It was the start of the broadcast of a new chapter in the Kinnikuman series, "Kinnikuman II: Ultimate Muscle." This work is an animated version of the "Superhuman World Grand Prix" arc of the original "Kinnikuman II," and depicts the exploits of Kinnikuman, also known as Kinniku Suguru's son, Kinniku Mantaro. As a sequel to "Kinnikuman II," which aired in 2002, the long-awaited new series has finally arrived.

Overview

"Kinnikuman II: Ultimate Muscle" aired on TV Tokyo from April 7 to July 1, 2004. It was a 13-episode short series that aired every Wednesday at midnight for 30 minutes. The series was first released in the USA and then re-imported to Japan. Toei Animation produced the series, with a stellar staff including series director Toshiaki Komura, character designer Masaki Sato, chief animation director Yuji Hakamada, and art director Masayasu Yamaguchi.

story

The story begins one year after Kinnikuman Mantaro's battles with Theresa Kid, Seiuchin, and Kevin. The main focus is on the "Superhuman World Grand Prix" arc, which was not depicted in the previous film, and Mantaro takes on the legendary tournament that his father, Kinnikuman, won twice. Strong rivals such as Kevin Mask, Jade, Ilyukhin, Wash-Us, Ricardo, and Destruction enter the ring and a fierce battle unfolds. How will Mantaro perform in this tournament? Will he be able to perfect his special move? And who will take the trophy? Viewers will be watching to see how it all ends.

character

The main character Kinnikuman Mantaro is voiced by Masaya Onosaka. Mantaro's partner Meat is played by Konami Yoshida, Kevin Mask is voiced by Ryutaro Okiayu, Terry the Kid is voiced by Toshiyuki Morikawa, Walrus Man is voiced by Takumi Yamazaki, and Gazelle Man is voiced by Yasunori Masutani. Also continuing from the original work are Toshio Furukawa as Kinnikuman, Hideyuki Tanaka as Terryman, Daisuke Gori as Robin Mask, Kenichi Ono as Ramenman, and Kenji Nomura as Buffalo Man.

staff

The original story was written by Yudetamago and serialized in Shueisha's Weekly Playboy and V Jump. Producers were Kazunari Ueda (Yomiuri Advertising) and Ten Washio (Toei Animation), and the show was directed by Noriko Kobayashi (TV Tokyo). The screenplay was written by Akira Yamatoya, Hiro Masaki, and Kenichi Yamada, and the music was by Chell Watanabe. The series was jointly produced by TV Tokyo, Yomiuri Advertising, and Toei Animation.

episode

Each episode revolves around the Superhuman World Grand Prix matches, starting with episode 1, "Restart! Superhuman World Grand Prix," and concluding with episode 13, "The Worst Case! Who's the Judgement?!" Each episode depicts a battle between different superhumans, providing a detailed portrayal of Mantaro's growth and the process of his battles.

Theme songs and music

The opening theme "believe" is sung by The NaB's, with lyrics, composition, and arrangement by Fujimaru Yoshino. The ending theme "Red Dance Hall" is sung by sui, with lyrics and composition by Taiga Tanaka and arrangement by sui. Additionally, the insert song "Kalbidon Ondo" is sung by Masaya Onosaka, with lyrics by Kyotaro Kimura, and composition and arrangement by Motoyoshi Iwasaki. These songs are important elements in livening up the atmosphere of the work.

Related Titles

"Kinnikuman II Ultimate Muscle" is part of the Kinnikuman series, and is related to the original "Kinnikuman" and "Kinnikuman II", the sequel "Kinnikuman II Ultimate Muscle 2", the movie version "Kinnikuman II" and "Kinnikuman II Muscle Carrot Struggle! Superhuman War". Through these works, you can gain a deeper understanding of the world view and character growth of the Kinnikuman series.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Kinnikuman II ULTIMATE MUSCLE" maximizes the appeal of the original work while adding new storylines and characters, giving fans a fresh thrill. In particular, the match scenes of the Superhuman World Grand Prix succeed in drawing viewers in with their powerful drawings and detailed storytelling. In addition, the story depicts Mantaro's growth and the bonds he has with his friends, and there are many touching episodes that have touched the hearts of viewers.

This work is recommended not only for fans of the Kinnikuman series, but also for viewers who want to enjoy action and fighting scenes. In particular, since it was broadcast in the late-night anime slot, it was supported by a wide range of people, from young people to adults. Furthermore, since it was released in the USA first, it has become a popular work among overseas fans.

"Kinnikuman II ULTIMATE MUSCLE" is a work that has built a new legend in the Kinnikuman series, and its quality and story will leave a strong impression on viewers. We hope that you will enjoy the world of the Kinnikuman series again through this work.