The appeal and evaluation of "Saiyuki RELOAD-burial-": A deeper story and the evolution of characters

The appeal and evaluation of "Saiyuki RELOAD-burial-"

"Saiyuki RELOAD -burial-" is an OVA based on the popular comic series "Saiyuki" by Kazuya Minekura, with a total of five episodes released between July 25, 2007 and March 28, 2008. This work is a visual adaptation of one of the most popular episodes from the original comic, "The Burial Arc," and is a long-awaited release for fans. Below, we will introduce the appeal and reviews of this work, as well as related information.

Overview

Saiyuki RELOAD -burial- is released in the form of an OVA, with each episode lasting approximately 27 minutes. It is produced by Pierrot and ARMS, and directed by Koichi Ohata. The original story is by Kazuya Minekura, the series composition and script are by Katsuyuki Sumizawa, the character design is by YONZO., and the chief animation director is Sara Yuki. The music is by Tatsuya Suzuki, and the sound director is Hajime Takakuwa.

This work delves deeply into the backgrounds of the main characters, such as Xuanzang, Son Goku, Sha Wujing, and Zhu Bajie, by depicting their pasts and encounters. In particular, the pasts of the two Tripitaka monks, Uku and Guangming, and the encounter between Xuanzang and Son Goku are depicted in detail, allowing fans to enjoy the story from a new perspective.

story

The story of "Saiyuki RELOAD -burial-" is made up of five chapters: "The Cry of the Crows", "The Xuanzang Sanzo Chapter", "The Goku Chapter", "The Hakkai & Gojyo Chapter", and "The Final Chapter". Each chapter depicts the past and encounters of the main characters, delving deeper into their personalities and backgrounds.

"The Crow Cry" tells the story of Crow Cry Tripitaka's past and how he became Tripitaka Monk. "The Xuanzang Tripitaka" tells the story of Xuanzang's past and how he obtained the "Ma Ten Sutra". "The Monkey King" tells the story of how Sun Wukong was released from the rock prison and how he met Xuanzang. "The Bajie & Gojyo" tells the story of Sha Wujie and Zhu Bajie's past and how they became companions of Xuanzang. "The Final Chapter" brings together the stories from the previous chapters and depicts the overall conclusion.

character

The main characters of "Saiyuki RELOAD -burial-" are Xuanzang, Son Goku, Sha Gojyo, and Zhu Bajie. Each character has a detailed setting and background, and their humanity and growth are explored in depth.

Xuanzang is a unique character who is a Buddhist monk of high rank, but also enjoys drinking, smoking, and gambling. His weapon is the "Spirit Gun" and he wears the "Ma Ten Sutra". Son Goku is the only being in this world born from the energy of the earth, and has a past of being imprisoned in a rock prison for 500 years. His weapon is the "Nyoi-bo" (Nyoi-shou stick), which can also be transformed into a three-section stick. Sha Wujing is half human, born to a human mother and a demon father, and is a big womanizer. His weapon is a "Shakujo" (Seal Staff) with a chain. Zhu Bajie was originally a human, but became a demon after killing a thousand demons to rescue the woman he loved, and being covered in their blood. His weapon is Qi-kōjutsu (Ki-kōjutsu) for attack and defense.

cast

The cast of "Saiyuki RELOAD -burial-" includes Seki Toshihiko as Xuanzang, Hoshi Souichirou as Son Goku, Hirata Hiroaki as Sha Gojyo, and Ishida Akira as Zhu Bakai. In addition, Miyamoto Mitsuru plays Komyo Sanzo, Otsuka Yoshitada plays Ukoku Sanzo, Sasajima Kahoru plays Koryu, Toriumi Kosuke plays Takemura, Taniguchi Setsu plays Gouchi Sanzo, and Houki Katsutoshi plays Taikaku. These cast members have a deep understanding of the personalities and backgrounds of the characters, and perform them with great emotion.

staff

The staff of "Saiyuki RELOAD -burial-" are Kazuya Minekura (original author), Koichi Ohata (director), Katsuyuki Sumisawa (series composition and scriptwriter), YONZO. (character designer), Sara Yuki (chief animation director), Yuji Ikeda and Shigemi Ikeda (art directors), Keiko Kai (color designer), Hiroshi Yoshida (director of photography), Takeshi Seyama (editor), Tatsuya Suzuki (music), Hajime Takakuwa (sound director), Mika Nomura, Yoshihito Danno, and Yoshihide Kondo (producers). The staff have succeeded in faithfully recreating the worldview of the original work while depicting the story from a new perspective.

Theme songs and music

The opening theme of "Saiyuki RELOAD-burial-" is "Late-show", with lyrics by Kazuya Minekura, and music, arrangement, and singing by GARDEN. The ending theme is "shiny moon", with lyrics by Naomi Kosaka, music and arrangement by Koichi Murakami, and singing by Sanzo, Goku, and Gojo (Toshihiko Seki, Soichiro Hoshi, Hiroaki Hirata). These songs are important elements that enhance the atmosphere of the work.

Evaluation and Appeal

"Saiyuki RELOAD -burial-" is a faithful adaptation of the "Burial Arc" from the original comic, and is a long-awaited work for fans. In particular, by depicting the pasts and encounters of the main characters, their humanity and backgrounds are delved into in depth, allowing you to enjoy the story from a new perspective. In addition, the quality of the cast and staff is high, and the characters' personalities and emotions are expressed richly.

The appeal of this work lies in the deep character development and the beautiful visuals that faithfully reproduce the worldview of the original work. In particular, fans will find new discoveries in the past of the two Tripitaka monks, Ukoku and Guangming, and the encounter between Tripitaka Xuanzang and Son Goku. In addition, the story is told from a different perspective in each chapter, forming one big story throughout the entire series.

Related Titles

"Saiyuki RELOAD -burial-" is part of the "Saiyuki" series and includes the following related works:

• Gensomade Saiyuki
• The Movie: Gensomaden Saiyuki Requiem: Requiem for the Unchosen
• Saiyuki RELOAD
• Saiyuki RELOAD GUNLOCK
• Saiyuki RELOAD -burial-
• Saiyuki Gaiden
• Saiyuki Gaiden Special Edition: Fragrance Chapter
• Saiyuki RELOAD BLAST

These works are definitely worth checking out in order to gain a deeper understanding of the worldview and characters of the Saiyuki series.

Recommendation

"Saiyuki RELOAD -burial-" is recommended not only for fans of the original comic, but also for those who like anime and fantasy works. In particular, by depicting the characters' pasts and encounters, their humanity and backgrounds are delved into in depth, allowing you to enjoy the story from a new perspective. In addition, the quality of the cast and staff is high, and the characters' personalities and emotions are expressed richly.

To enjoy this work, please pay attention to the following points.

• The fact that the main characters' personalities and backgrounds are explored in depth by depicting their pasts and encounters
• Fans will have new discoveries, such as the past of the two Tripitaka monks Ukoku and Guangming, and the encounter between Tripitaka Xuanzang and Son Goku.
• Each chapter is told from a different perspective, but the story as a whole is one big story.
• The high quality of the cast and staff, and the rich expression of the characters' personalities and emotions

"Saiyuki RELOAD -burial-" is a work that faithfully reproduces the worldview of the original comic while successfully depicting the story from a new perspective, and is a long-awaited work for fans. Please enjoy this work.