The appeal and reviews of "Divine Comedy Polyphonica": A fusion of music and fantasy

Polyphonica: A world where music and spirits resonate

The 2007 TV anime series "Divine Comedy Polyphonica" is based on a light novel by Ichiro Sakaki and depicts a fantasy world where music and spirits intertwine. The series was broadcast on TBS, BS-i, and AT-X, and captivated audiences with its 12 30-minute episodes. It was directed by Masami Shimoda and produced by Gingaya, with support from Pony Canyon, Softbank Creative, and others, and produced by Tsuge Divine Comedy Musician Dispatch Office and TBS.

story

"Play the Divine Comedy, for it is our covenant."

These words symbolize the worldview of Divine Music Polyphonica. Polyphonica is a continent where humans and spirits coexist, and spirits manifest in this world by feeding on human music. The spirits exert their powers by being controlled by the special music played by Divine Musicians (Dantists). The story revolves around the growth and romance of Tatara Folon, a novice Divine Musician who has made a contract with the powerful spirit Corticarte.

Foron is a novice Divine Musician working at the Boxwood Divine Musician Dispatch Office, and is unable to play a Divine Music that attracts spirits other than Corticarte. However, his gentle and sometimes timid personality is depicted as growing throughout the story. Meanwhile, Corticarte is transformed into his original form by Foron's Divine Music and displays unparalleled power, but despite his selfish and arrogant personality, he has special feelings for Foron.

character

Tatara Foron (voice: Kamiya Hiroshi) is the main character and is depicted struggling as a novice Divine Comedy musician. His growth and his relationship with Corticarte are at the center of the story. Corticarte Apa Lagranges (voice: Tomatsu Haruka) is Foron's contracted spirit and usually takes the form of a young girl, but she transforms into her original form through the Divine Comedy. Her haughty personality and special feelings for Foron add depth to the story.

Tsuge Yufinley (voice: Kawasumi Ayako) is the director of the Tsuge Divine Musician Dispatch Agency and a senior to Foron and Renbart. Her resolute attitude and genius talent shape the mood of the office. Saiki Renbart (voice: Konishi Katsuyuki) is Foron's best friend and a Divine Musician who has the ability to command lower-level spirits despite not having a contracted spirit. His wide range of work and his friendship with Foron are depicted.

Yugiri Perserte (voiced by Mizuki Nana) and Yugiri Prinesica (voiced by Sato Rina) are twin sisters who work part-time at the Tsuge Office. Perserte is lively and has a crush on Foron, while Prinesica is weak and quiet, but contributes to the office with her high administrative skills. Yardio Wol Munagur (voiced by Hiyama Nobuyuki) is a contracted spirit of Yufinly and is a combative character with genius abilities in hand-to-hand combat. Akatsuki Diren (voiced by Ono Daisuke) is a rogue divine musician who will take on any job as long as he is paid, and his past and relationship with his contracted spirit Meirurit Lulu Urukhaulen (voiced by Noto Mamiko) are important elements of the story. Bowrai Gymtill (voiced by Kawasumi Ayako, Mizuki Nana, Sato Rina) is a low-level spirit who is depicted as a soothing character who clings to Renbart.

Production Staff

The original story and series composition was by Ichiro Sakaki, and his worldview is reflected in the anime. The director was Masami Shimoda, the chief director was Junichi Watanabe, the character draft was by Noboru Kannazuki, and the character design was by Hiroyuki Horiuchi. The mecha design was by Rei Nakahara, the art director was Yuka Ohashi, the color design was by Naoko Sato, the cinematographer was Yusuke Sasano, the editor was Shigeru Nishiyama, the sound director was Jin Aketagawa, and the music was by Hikaru Nanase. The sound production was by Magic Capsule, the music production was by Lantis, and it was produced by TO Entertainment. The animation was produced by Gingaya, and it was produced by Tsuge Divine Music Musician Dispatch Office and TBS, with the cooperation of Pony Canyon, Softbank Creative, and others.

subtitle

The subtitles of each episode are based on musical terms and symbolize the development of the story. It starts with the first movement, "Prelude: Crimson Spirit," and ends with the twelfth movement, "Symphony: Rainbow Music." Each episode uses different musical terms, drawing the viewer in as the story progresses.

Theme songs and music

The opening theme, "Apocrypha," is sung by eufonius with lyrics by riya and composed and arranged by Kikuchi Hajime. The ending theme, "Concordia," is sung by kukui with lyrics by Shimotsuki Haruka and composed and arranged by myu. The insert song, "Rakuen," is sung by eufonius with lyrics by riya and composed and arranged by Kikuchi Hajime. Another insert song, "L'aura: The Song of the Spirit," is sung by Horisawa Maiko and composed, arranged, and arranged by Nanase Hikaru. These songs add to the atmosphere of the story and enhance the emotions of the viewer.

Related Titles

"Shinkyoku Soukai Polyphonica" has a sequel, "Shinkyoku Soukai Polyphonica Crimson S." This work also depicts the world of music and spirits, and is a series beloved by fans.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Divine Comedy Polyphonica" is an appealing work with a unique worldview where music and spirits intersect, and a story that depicts the growth and romance of the characters. In particular, the relationship between Foron and Corticarte, and the individuality of each character, add depth to the story. In addition, the subtitles based on musical terms and the beautiful theme song and insert songs capture the hearts of viewers.

This work is especially recommended for those who like fantasy and music. Through the growth of the novice divine musician Folon and his interactions with the spirits that surround him, you will be able to feel the power of music and the strength of the human heart. In addition, as the personalities and relationships of each character are depicted, viewers may be made to think about their own growth and human relationships.

In addition, "Divine Music Polyphonica" also has a sequel, "Crimson S," so you can enjoy the entire series. If you are interested in the world of music and spirits, be sure to watch this work. The beautiful music and moving story will lead you into the world of Polyphonica.