The appeal and reviews of Sekirei: a fusion of action and romance

Sekirei - A beautiful girl and a fateful love story

Overview

"Sekirei" is a TV anime series based on the manga of the same name by Sakurako Gokurakuin. It is set in the New East Imperial Capital in the year 2020 and depicts the bond between the 108 beautiful warriors "Sekirei" and their destined partners "Ashikabi". It was broadcast on UHF stations such as TOKYO MX and AT-X from July 2 to September 17, 2008, and consists of 12 episodes. Animation was produced by Seven Arcs, and production was handled by Sekirei Project (Aniplex, Seven Arcs, Movic).

■ Story

"Now, let's begin - a new myth, a beautiful war story, a miraculous love story."

In the year 2020, a man made this declaration on the rooftop of a towering building in the New East Imperial Capital. It was the signal for the start of the "Sekirei Project." 108 graceful warriors known as "Sekirei" were released into the human world in search of their master, Ashikaga. They will fight for their own feelings to be the last one standing.

Sahashi Minato is a boring college student who moved to the big city of his dreams but failed the university entrance exam. He had no goals, no close friends, and no girlfriend. He was a loser. On top of that, he had just decided that he would be retaking the exam for the second time. As Minato was on his way home, feeling down about the harsh reality, a mysterious beautiful girl suddenly fell from the sky in front of him. Her name was "Yui." She called herself "Sekirei" and chose Minato as her destined partner, "Ashiga."

"I'll fight for you, Minahito!"

And when the bond between Minato and Yui is engraved, the story begins to move. This is a new myth woven by humans and Sekirei. This is the charming war chronicle that the Sekirei unfold. This is a miraculous love story that unfolds with a destined partner. All of this is for the sake of marrying the one you love forever...

■Explanation

A romantic action drama about beautiful girls woven by 108 Sekirei. Minato Sahashi is a dull student who has decided to repeat his entrance exams for the second time. Suddenly, a mysterious beautiful girl falls from the sky in front of him. She calls herself "Sekirei" and chooses Minato as her destined partner, "Ashiga". And when the bond between Minato and Yui is engraved, the story begins to move.

■Cast

• Minato Sahashi: Shinnosuke Tachibana
• Conclusion: Saori Hayami
• Kusano: Kana Hanazawa
• Pine: Aya Endo
• Tsukimi: Marina Inoue
• Lady: Hitomi Nabatame
• Wind Flower: Yukana
• Miya Asama: Sayaka Ohara
• Crow feather: Romi Park
• Fire, Bonfire: Yuki Kaida
• Seo Kaori: Katsuyuki Konishi
• Light: Yuko Kaida
• Hibiki: Michiko Neya
• Yukari Sahashi: Kana Asumi
• Shiina, Chiho: Sayori Ishizuka
• Haruka: Nobuhiko Okamoto
• Kuno: Satomi Akesaka
• Hiroto Onaka: Toshihiko Seki
• Takami: Miki Ito
• Red Wings: Ito Shizuka
• Ashwing: Mitsuki Saiga
• Natsuro: Kosuke Toriumi
• Hayato Mikogami: Jun Fukuyama
• Night View: Kana Ueda
• Mutsu: Daisuke Matsubara
• Akitsu: Yu Kobayashi
• Hyogase: Takuma Takewaka
• Honey feather: Sayuri Yahagi

■ Main staff

• Planning: Koichiro Natsume, Koji Taguchi, Masaki Yasuda
• Original story: Sakurako Gokurakuin (published in Young Gangan (Square Enix))
• Director: Keizo Kusakawa
• Series composition, script: Takao Yoshioka
• Character design: Tomooka Shinpei
• Design works: Akira Otsuka
• Art director: Junichi Azuma
• Art setting: Hiro Izumi
• Color design: Keiko Kai, Aiko Shinohara
• Director of photography: Atsushi Nakayama
• Edited by: Yumiko Fuse, Yukiko Nojiri (WINS)
• Music: Hiroaki Sano
• Sound Director: Aketagawa Jin (Magic Capsule)
• Adjustment: Kazuya Sakakieda (Prosen Studio)
• Recording: Michiya Arakawa (Prosen Studio)
• Effect: Emi Takanashi (eNa)
• Sound Production: Glow Vision
• Assistant producers: Kazuaki Ito, Yasutaka Kimura, Isao Ishikawa, Shigekaoru Sato
• Executive producers: Masuro Ueda, Osamu Uemura, Takahiro Otomo
• Marketing Director, Publicity Producer: Yuma Takahashi
• Supervisor: Naho Akagi
• Producers: Hiroyuki Shimizu, Kozue Kanba
• Assistant producer: Shunsuke Saito
• Animation Production: Seven Arcs
• Produced by: Wagtail Project (Aniplex, Seven Arcs, Movic)

■ Main Characters

• Minato Sahashi: A 19-year-old second-time college entrance exam repeater who is what they call a weakling. He is a laid-back type, but has a strong core and is determined to do things on his own.
• Musubi: Sekirei No. 88. A fist-type Sekirei who excels in close combat. She has a bright and positive personality, and doesn't hide her feelings for everyone, but expresses them openly.
• Tsukiumi: Sekirei No. 09. A Sekirei with high combat abilities who makes full use of her ability to control water. She has an unwavering belief and a straightforward personality.
• Kusano: Sekirei No. 108. A Sekirei with the ability to control plants. Although she is lonely, she also has a surprisingly strong side for a child.
• Matsu: Sekirei No. 02. A brainy Sekirei who excels at extracting top-secret information and devising strategies. She has a strong intellectual (idiotically) curiosity.
• Miya Asama: The landlord of Izumo Mansion where everyone lives. She is caring and kind, but when she gets angry she can be very scary. She is actually a master of Iaijutsu.
• Kagari: A resident of Izumo-so. His name "Kagari" is his stage name, and he is actually the most popular host. For some reason, he hates being touched by people.
• Light: Sekirei No. 11. Twin Sekirei who can control electricity. They only target Sekirei before they hatch. They support the trash Ashikaga by working part-time jobs.
• Hibiki: Sekirei No. 12. Twin Sekirei who can control electricity. They only target Sekirei before they hatch. They support the trash Ashikaga by working part-time jobs.
• Uzume: Sekirei No. 10. A Sekirei who lives in Izumo Manor. She has a bright and lively personality. Due to certain circumstances, she lives apart from Ashikaga.
• Crow feather: Sekirei No. 04. A Sekirei also known as the "Black Sekirei". Although he is carefree, he has a cruel personality. He is feared by other Sekirei.
• Hiroto Onaka: President of one of the world's largest corporations, M.B.I. He is the person who initiated the "Wagiki Plan," which is the key to the story.

■Subtitle

• First bird/Sekirei (2008/07/02)
• Episode 2/Araya no Tobira (2008/07/09)
• The third feather/Green Girl (2008/07/16)
• The Fourth Bird / Izumo-so Strange Tale (2008/07/23)
• Fifth feather/Mizunowagi (2008/07/30)
• The 6th Bird / Izumo-so Flower Army (2008/08/06)
• Seventh feather/Black wagtail (2008/08/13)
• The Eighth Wing / Closed Imperial Capital (2008/08/20)
• The 9th bird / Hirai and Kaze (2008/08/27)
• The 10th Bird / The Night Before Escape (2008/09/03)
• Eleventh bird/Wagtail crest disappears (2008/09/10)
• Final Feather/Enno Wagtail (2008/09/17)

■ Related works

• Sekirei Pure Engagement Special Program Just Before Broadcast
• Sekirei Pure Engagement
• Sekirei Pure Engagement 0th Feather
• Sekirei Pure Engagement: Anecdote No. 2
• Sekirei OVA

■ Theme songs and music

• OP1 "Sekirei"
• Lyricist: Yasukawa Shogo
• Composer: Satoru Kamisaki (MONACA)
• Arrangement: Satoru Kamisaki (MONACA)
• Sung by: Yui (Saori Hayami), Tsukimi (Marina Inoue), Kusano (Kana Hanazawa), Matsu (Aya Endo)
• ED1「Dearsweetheart」
• Lyricist: Yasukawa Shogo
• Composer: Akira Kamisaki
• Arrangement: Akira Kamisaki
• Sung by: Yui (Saori Hayami), Tsukimi (Marina Inoue), Kusano (Kana Hanazawa), Matsu (Aya Endo)
• ED2 "When I think of you"
• Lyricist: Yasukawa Shogo
• Composer: Keiichi Okabe (MONACA)
• Arrangement: Keiichi Okabe (MONACA)
• Sung by: Yui (Saori Hayami)

■ Review

"Sekirei" is a work that combines beautiful girl battles with romance elements, providing viewers with a new myth and a miraculous love story. The main character, Minato Sahashi, is a typical weak character, but his growth is charming. The Sekirei that appear before him are each unique, and the story progresses as his bonds with them deepen.

In particular, viewers can empathize with Minato's growth, which begins with his encounter with Yui. Yui's bright and positive personality heals Minato's heart, and they deepen their bond as they fight together. In addition, the battle scenes with the other Sekirei captivate viewers with their beautiful visuals and powerful action.

The anime is produced by Seven Arcs, and has been highly praised for the quality of its character designs and battle scenes. In particular, the battle scenes of the Sekirei are visually fascinating, with beautiful scenes that make the most of each character's abilities. Music is also an important element in adding excitement to the story, and the opening and ending songs are memorable to viewers.

"Sekirei" is a work that skillfully combines beautiful girl battles and romance elements, providing viewers with a new myth and a miraculous love story. The protagonist's growth, her bond with the Sekirei, and the powerful battle scenes have the appeal to attract viewers. This work is recommended not only for anime fans, but also for those who like beautiful girl battles and romance stories.

■Recommendation

"Sekirei" is recommended for those who want to enjoy beautiful girl battles and romance elements. The story of the protagonist's growth and her bond with the Sekirei will move the viewer. The powerful battle scenes and beautiful character designs are also highlights. This is a work that should be watched not only by anime fans, but also by those who like beautiful girl battles and romance stories.

There are also other related works such as "Sekirei Pure Engagement" and "Sekirei OVA", so if you like it, be sure to check them out. These works will also allow you to enjoy the world of "Sekirei" even more deeply.