SaintBeast - A detailed analysis of the fascinating stories of angels

"SaintBeast: The Epic of Time": A story of heaven and the conflict of the six holy beasts

"SaintBeast: The Epic of Time" is a 13-episode TV anime series that aired in 2007. The story is set in heaven and follows the story of six angels, the "Six Saint Beasts," chosen by the great god Zeus, as they struggle and grow while governing the animals of heaven and earth. Below, we will introduce detailed information and reviews of this work, as well as recommended points.

■Overview of the work

"SaintBeast: The Tale of Saint Beast" is an anime that was produced in a rare format, with the original story being an original adaptation. The original story was written by Kei Arisugawa, the director was Nanako Sasaki, and the animation was produced by Tokyo Kids. It was broadcast from April 4th to June 27th, 2007, on UHF stations such as TOKYO MX, Chiba TV, TV Aichi, and AT-X. Each episode is 30 minutes long, and the series is made up of 13 episodes, which deeply move and excite viewers.

■ Story

Long ago, the great god Zeus ranked the angels and appointed the Six Sacred Beasts from among them to rule over the animals on earth. The six angels faithfully carried out their duties, but as Zeus's cruelty increased, they began to distrust him. The Six Sacred Beasts are depicted as torn between suffering and anguish, but continuing to fight to stick to their beliefs.

■ Characters

The main characters of this work are six angels called the Six Sacred Beasts. Each has different abilities and personalities that add excitement to the story.

• Gou of the Blue Dragon : 22 years old. Brave, strong-willed and pure-hearted. He has the ability to control nature (natural disasters) and the beast god tool "Blue Dragon Sword". His attack technique is the fire beam.
• Genbu no Shin : 21 years old. An intelligent and quiet strategist. He has the ability to control time (past, present, future) and the beast god tool "Genbu no Tate". His attack technique is Wind Arrow.
• Suzaku no Rei : 20 years old. A person who is considerate and considerate of those around her. She has the ability to control minds and the beast divine tool "Suzaku Feather Arrow". Her attack technique is Ice Blade.
• Guy the White Tiger : 19 years old. He is energetic, cheerful and innocent. He has the ability to control physical powers and the beast god tool "White Tiger Claws". His attack technique is Earthquake.
• Kirin no Judas : 24 years old. Noble, strong and thoughtful. He has the ability to manipulate the universe (time and space) and has healing powers in his lips. His attack technique is Cosmo Menace.
• Luca the Phoenix : 23 years old. Quiet but emotional. He has the ability to control light and darkness and can read minds with his fingertips. His attack technique is Brilliant Shadow.

In addition to the Six Sacred Beasts, many other unique characters appear, such as Kira and Maya, who are half angel and half human, the self-centered Shiva, and the high priest Pandora. The drama woven by these characters makes the story deeper and richer.

■ Staff

Many talented staff members were involved in the production of this work. Professionals from various fields have come together, including Arisugawa Kei, who was in charge of the original story and series composition, Sasaki Nanako, the director, Sasaki Toshiko, the character designer, and Anze Kiyoshi, the composer. The voice actors are also impressive, with talented actors such as Morikawa Toshiyuki, Sakurai Takahiro, Miyata Yuki, Yoshino Hiroyuki, Ishida Akira, and Midorikawa Hikaru breathing life into the characters.

■ Evaluation and impressions

"Saint Beast: The Epic of Time" is highly praised for its grand story of the heavens and the struggles and growth of the six holy beasts. In particular, the characters' personalities and growth are carefully depicted, deeply moving viewers. Another attraction is the beautiful visuals and music, which enhance the fantastical worldview of the heavens.

The story is cleverly developed, with new developments in each episode, so viewers will not get bored. In particular, the scenes in which the Six Sacred Beasts rebel against Zeus and deepen their bonds with their companions are deeply moving and deeply move viewers' hearts.

The voice actors' performances are also excellent, and they express the emotions of the characters realistically. In particular, the bravery of Gou played by Toshiyuki Morikawa, the intelligence of Shin played by Takahiro Sakurai, and the silence of Ruka played by Hikaru Midorikawa bring out the individuality of each character.

■ Recommended points

"SaintBeast: The Epic of Time and Angel Tale" is a recommended work for the following reasons:

• A magnificent story : The story is set in the heavens and is a magnificent tale. The conflicts and growth of the six sacred beasts are carefully depicted, leaving viewers with deep emotions.
• Beautiful visuals : The fantastical world of heaven is depicted with beautiful visuals, making it very visually appealing.
• Unique characters : Unique characters, including the Six Sacred Beasts, add excitement to the story. The growth and bonds of each character will capture the hearts of viewers.
• A star-studded cast of voice actors : Talented voice actors such as Morikawa Toshiyuki, Sakurai Takahiro, Miyata Yuki, Yoshino Hiroyuki, Ishida Akira, and Midorikawa Hikaru bring the characters to life.
• Emotional Music : The music by Anze Sei brings the story to life and stirs emotions in the viewer. The opening and ending songs are particularly impressive and deepen the worldview of the story.

■ Related works

"SaintBeast: The Epic of Time and Angel Tale" can be enjoyed in conjunction with the following related works.

• Saint Beast: The Advent of the Holy Beast
• Saint Beast: Thousands of Days and Nights
• Fairy Tale: Angel's Tail
• Angel's Tail Chu!

These works are also stories set in the heavens, depicting the exploits and struggles of the Six Saint Beasts. After enjoying "SaintBeast: The Epic of Time, Angel Story," be sure to check out these related works.

■ Theme songs and music

The theme song and insert songs of this work are also one of its charms. The main songs are introduced below.

• OP1: Divine love
  • Lyrics by Masami Okui
  • Composer: Masami Okui
  • Arrangement: Suzuki "Daichi" Hideyuki
  • Sung by JAM Project featuring Hiroshi Kitadani
• ED1: Angel Chronicles
  • Lyricist: Kei Arisugawa
  • Composer: Shinji Tamura
  • Arrangement: Riki Ozaki
  • Sung by: Tatsuhisa Suzuki, Takuma Terashima, Wataru Hatano
• ED2: Winged Ones
  • Lyricist: Raito Mozu
  • Composer: Shinji Tamura
  • Arrangement: Hijiri Yasuse
  • Sung by Hikaru Midorikawa and Yuki Miyata
• ED3: Retsu・GO!GUY!
  • Lyricist: Raito Mozu
  • Composer: Shunsuke Matsui
  • Arrangement: Masanori Takumi
  • Vocals: Toshiyuki Morikawa, Hiroyuki Yoshino

These songs are important elements that deepen the worldview of the story and bring out the emotions of the viewers. In particular, the opening song "Divine Love" is impressive for its grand scale and power, and the ending song "Angel Chronicles" has a moving melody that resonates in the heart.

■Subtitle

The subtitles for each episode of this work are as follows:

• Chapter 1/Origin (2007/04/03)
• Chapter 2: The Light and Darkness of Angels (2007/04/10)
• Chapter 3: Dark Forest (2007/04/17)
• Chapter 4: Birth of the Six Sacred Beasts (2007/04/24)
• Chapter 5: The Legend of the Demon Tree (2007/05/01)
• Chapter 6: Angels and Demons (2007/05/08)
• Chapter 7: Shadow Falls in Paradise (2007/05/15)
• Chapter 8: The Holy Land of the Golden Wolf (2007/05/22)
• Chapter 9/Suppression (2007/05/29)
• Chapter 10: Messenger from the Darkness (2007/06/05)
• Chapter 11/Purge (2007/06/12)
• Chapter 12: The Dark Spirit Festival (2007/06/19)
• Chapter 13/Box of Hope (2007/06/26)

Each episode has a different theme and development, so viewers will not get bored. In particular, Chapter 4's "Birth of the Six Sacred Beasts" and Chapter 13's "Box of Hope" are important turning points in the story, and will deeply move viewers.

Conclusion

"SaintBeast: The Epic of Time" is a moving work that depicts the epic story of heaven and the struggles and growth of the six holy beasts. It is filled with many charms, such as beautiful visuals and music, unique characters, and a luxurious voice cast. Please watch it once and experience the moving world view and story. You can also gain a deeper understanding and be moved by enjoying related works and theme songs and music.