Meine Liebe Wieder - A thorough review of the fascinating story and character depth

Meine Liebe wieder - Reunion of Youth and New Challenges

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

game

■ Broadcast period

January 22, 2006 - April 16, 2006 Animax January 22, 2006 - April 16, 2006 (Episodes 1-13) Every Sunday 23:30-24:00

■Broadcasting station

ANIMAX

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 13

■Original Story

Konami Computer Entertainment Japan, (Character Design by Kaori Yuki)

■ Director

Shinya Kawamoto

■ Production

Animation Production: Bee Train Production: Meine Liebe Production Committee

■Works

©2001 KONAMI
©Meine Liebe Production Committee 2006

■ Story

The year is 1935, and the world is beginning to sense the signs of war. In a beautiful island nation surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean in Europe, there is a prestigious boarding school called "Rosenstolz Academy" where young elites gather. Five young people, Orpheus, Louie, Edo, Naoji, and Camyu, have been selected as "Strahl" candidates, aiming to become the top of the academy and ultimately the administrators who will carry the future of this country. Their school life has begun, with their dreams and ideals in mind.

Thanks to Orpheus and his friends' efforts, the coup plotted by the king's younger brother ended in failure, and the school went into a long vacation. The long vacation is over, and the new semester is about to begin. They rejoice at their long-awaited reunion, but also clash again... However, the principal is not there, and a new principal has been appointed. Orpheus and his friends are confused by this sudden turn of events, and by the sudden reforms to the school proposed by the new principal, Werner.

The first step in Werner's reforms was to re-select the Strahl class. Until now, to become a Strahl, one needed excellent grades, good looks, and a distinguished family background, but now those who were not able to become candidates due to their family background will also be given the chance to become a Strahl. The school is shaken by this complete meritocracy and this sudden change, with some opposed and others happy about the opportunity.

In the midst of the turbulent atmosphere of the school, the five Strahl candidates also think about their own futures and have various doubts and thoughts in their hearts. They look to their own futures in the changing school. Orpheus overcomes the death of his sister Robertine, Camyu leaves the school because he cannot bear the turbulent atmosphere of the school, Naoji, who has left his country, makes a new decision, Loui is drawn into politics because he is close to the royal family, and will Ed accept becoming a Strahl with Orpheus and the others? What is the new principal Werner's new goal? Who is the person in the shadows? The second act of their youth story begins as they grow and develop friendships amid various incidents.

■Explanation

Candidates for the "Envoy" who governs the nation of the Kingdom of Kuchen, an island nation located at the edge of Europe. Most of them are graduates of the prestigious Rosenstolz Academy, and are chosen ones blessed with family background, intelligence, and good looks, and entrusted with the Holy Church of Kuchen. Only a handful who reach the top of the academy can become a candidate for envoy (Strahl). The year is 1935, a time when the world was beginning to feel signs of war. The setting is a beautiful island nation surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean in Europe. The prestigious Rosenstolz Academy is a boarding school where young elites gather on this island nation. This work depicts the youthful days of five young "Strahls", chosen ones who have dreams and ideals and will rise to the top of the academy.

■Cast

・Orpheus/Takahiro Sakurai・Edvard/Tomokazu Seki・Ludwig/Toshihiko Seki・Camyu/Soichiro Hoshi・Naoji/Akira Ishida・Isaac/Takehito Koyasu・Werner/Toru Okawa・Gerald/Go Maeda・Daniel/Kentaro Ito・Nicholas/Masaya Matsukaze・Ermund/Kenjiro Tsuda

■ Main staff

・Original work by Konami Computer Entertainment Japan・Director by Shinya Kawamura・Character design by Minako Shiba and Yoshimitsu Yamashita・Concept design (mechanical design) by Masashi Koizuka and Yuichi Mari・Director of photography by Ayumi Kamo・Editor by Yukie Oikawa・Music by Yutaka Minobe・Producers by Naoko Yagi, Makoto Ito and Mie Ide・Dubbing direction by Yuji Mitsuya・Sound direction by Kazuzo Hamano・Animation production by Bee Train・Production by Meine Liebe Production Committee

■ Main Characters

・One of the Strahls studying at Rosenstolz Academy with the goal of becoming the Orpheus envoy. Nicknamed "Orpheus." He is the heir to a marquis family and a young man who loves painting. He is Ed's childhood best friend. Due to a certain incident, he enrolled in the academy in order to create a utopia.

・Edvard One of the Strahls studying at Rosenstolz Academy with the goal of becoming a commander. Nicknamed "Ed." A bright young man who loves sports and music. He is Orpheus' childhood best friend. He also understands Orpheus well. In fact, he is carrying a complicated secret about his birth.

Ludwig: One of the Strahls studying at Rosenstolz Academy with the goal of becoming a commander. Nicknamed "Louie." The eldest son of a marquis, he is a young man with a quick mind. His mother is of royal origin and he was raised with a strict education. He has an ambition to control the world at will.

Camyu: One of the Strahls studying at Rosenstolz Academy with the goal of becoming a commander. The youngest son of a marquis, he is a young man who loves flowers. He is physically weak and has mysterious abilities such as predicting the future, so he grew up without ever leaving the mansion. He is a distant relative of Louie.

Naoji: One of the Strahls studying at Rosenstolz Academy with the goal of becoming an envoy. A young man from a Japanese noble family (marquis family). Worried about the future of his country, his father sent him to study at the academy where Orpheus and the others are so that he could see and hear more about the world.

- Isaac A mysterious young man with a mysterious charm. He calls himself an "unsuccessful writer." He is always surrounded by women. He appears out of nowhere and often appears around Orpheus, Ed and the other five. In fact, he is said to be an intelligence agent for a certain country...

■Subtitle

・Episode 1/Overture (2006/01/22)
・Episode 2/Revolution (2006/01/29)
・Episode 3/Winner (2006/02/05)
Episode 4: Anxiety (2006/02/12)
・Episode 5/Cold rain (2006/02/19)
Episode 6: Paradise (2006/02/26)
・Episode 7/Starting point (2006/03/05)
・Episode 8/Sunlight (2006/03/12)
・Episode 9/Escape (2006/03/19)
Episode 10: Confusion (2006/03/26)
・Episode 11/Dark Shadow (2006/04/02)
Episode 12: Confrontation (2006/04/09)
・Episode 13/Hope (2006/04/16)

■ Related works

・Meine Liebe

■ Theme songs and music

・OP1
・Lyrics by Akatsuki/Shou/Music by Alice Nine.
・Song: Alice Nine.

・ED1
・Ikuoku no Chandelier・Lyrics by Shou・Music by Alice Nine.
・Song: Alice Nine.

■ Reviews and Recommendations

"Min'yū Mokushiroku Meine Liebe Wieder" is a TV anime series that aired in 2006, originally based on a game by Konami Computer Entertainment Japan. The story is set on a beautiful island nation surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean in Europe, and depicts the youth and growth of students at the prestigious Rosenstolz Academy, a boarding school for young elites. In particular, the historical background of 1935, when signs of war were beginning to appear, adds depth to the story.

The story begins with five young people, Orpheus, Louie, Edo, Naoji, and Camyu, being selected as Strahl candidates and aiming to reach the top of the school. Their school life, with their dreams and ideals in mind, takes a new turn with the start of a new semester after the failure of the King's younger brother's coup. Due to reforms by the new principal, Werner, the selection of Strahl classes will be held again, and the introduction of a completely meritocratic system will cause confusion and conflict within the school. This reform is based on the idea of ​​selecting those with true ability, not just family background or beauty, as was the case before, and the impact it will have is great.

The individuality and growth of each character is beautifully portrayed, and each character's story is explored in depth, particularly Orpheus's recovery from the death of his sister Robertine, Kamyu's departure from the school, Naoji's new determination, Louie's political involvement, Ed's conflict, etc. In addition, the presence of a mysterious young man named Isaac adds a spy element to the story, further increasing the tension.

Animation was produced by Bee Train, and character design was handled by Shiba Minako and Yamashita Yoshimitsu. The beautiful visuals and detailed character designs richly express the worldview of the story. The music was handled by Minobe Yutaka, and the opening theme "Akatsuki" and the ending theme "Ikuoku no Chandelier" were sung by Alice Nine. These songs further enhance the emotion of the story.

This work is not only a coming-of-age drama, but also deals with deep themes against the backdrop of political and social change, providing many insights to viewers. In particular, the way young people reexamine their futures and grow is relatable to many people. In addition, the portrayal of the characters' relationships and friendships is also excellent, drawing viewers in.

"Meine Liebe Wieder" is not only a coming-of-age anime, but is also highly regarded for its social themes. In particular, the story, which reflects the historical background of 1935, has many implications for modern viewers. The portrayal of character growth and friendship is also excellent, and has the power to draw viewers in. The reason I recommend this work is because it is filled with deep themes, beautiful visuals, and a moving story. Please give it a watch.