Q Fighters! The appeal and evaluation of the Choro Q deck system

"Q Fighters! Choro Q Deck System" - A story of dreams and friendship

Overview

"Q Fighters! Choro Q Deck System" is a 5-episode TV anime series that aired on TV Tokyo from July 7 to July 11, 2008. The original work is based on the popular Tomy toy "Choro Q", directed by Tatsuo Miura, with animation production cooperation from F.C.I.E.L.D., and 3DCG animation production by Shogakukan Music & Digital Entertainment. This work is a story about dreams and friendship set in a fictional battle system called the Choro Q Deck System.

■ Story

The Choro Q Deck System is people's dreams, and children and adults alike strive to become the future world champions. Even in a corner of a small town, there were boys and girls who put their dreams into the machine. Their names were Kyuta, Choco, and Rocky. The three of them developed a friendship through the battle of the Choro Q Deck System, the Break Battle.

A mysterious boy named Kodoku appears before the three of them. Kodoku mercilessly smashes the opponent's machine, and Kyuta, Choco, and Rocky challenge Kodoku to a fight in order to right their wrongs. They fight to show the world what a break battle should be like.

■ Characters

Friends Kyuta

Voice actor: Nishi Yuko

Kyuta is an avid fan of the Choro Q Deck System and a boy who values ​​friendship. He grows through Break Battles with Rocky and Choco. Kyuta's dream is to become a world champion, and he works hard every day to make that dream come true.

Rocky Maron

Voice actor: Ayako Kawasumi

Rocky is Kyuta's best friend and a boy who knows a lot about machines. His knowledge and skills are essential to the team's strategy. Rocky values ​​friendship and is determined to pursue his dreams with his teammates.

Aino Chocolate

Voice actor: Hitomi Nabatame

Choco is a friend of Kyuta and Rocky, and a bright and energetic girl. Her positive energy brings vitality to the team. Choco pursues her dreams with her teammates and grows through Break Battles.

Moth Wolf Kodoku

Voice actor: Yukito Souma

Kodoku is a mysterious boy and a ruthless character who mercilessly crushes the opponent's machines. His purpose is unknown, but he stands in front of Kyuta and his friends and challenges them to a fight. Kodoku's presence plays an important role in testing Kyuta and his friends' growth and friendship.

■ Production staff

original work

TOMY (Choro Q)

Screenplay

Kazuyuki Fudeyasu

Director, Storyboard, Direction

Tatsuo Miura

3DCG Director

Akito Sato

Art setting

Takumi Furuyama

Character Design

Baba Hone

music

PHAT

Animation production cooperation

F.C.I.C.

3DCG animation production

Shogakukan Music & Digital Entertainment

■Broadcast information

Broadcast period

July 7, 2008 - July 11, 2008

Broadcasting Station

TV Tokyo series

Fraction

5 mins

Number of Episodes

Episode 5

■Works

©TOMY

■ Evaluation and impressions

Although it was only broadcast for a short time, "Q Fighters! Choro Q Deck System" is a touching story about dreams and friendship. The setting based on the Choro Q toy makes it easy for children to relate to, and the battle system called Break Battle is an element that draws viewers in.

The three characters, Kyuta, Choco, and Rocky, each have a unique personality that resonates with viewers. Kyuta's growth and his attitude of valuing friendship in particular have touched many people. In addition, the presence of the mysterious character Kodoku adds tension and depth to the story.

The high-quality animation makes full use of 3D CG, and the Choro-Q's movements and battle scenes are depicted realistically. The powerful music by PHAT also adds excitement to the story.

However, the short five-minute broadcast time and the small number of episodes limit the development of the story and the character development. If the show had more time and more episodes, we might have been able to see a deeper story and character development.

■ Recommendation points

1. A moving story of dreams and friendship

"Q Fighters! Choro Q Deck System" is a touching story about the growth and friendship of boys and girls chasing their dreams. The friendship and growth of the three boys, Kyuta, Choco, and Rocky, will move the viewers deeply.

2. High-quality 3DCG animation

The high-quality animation, which makes full use of 3DCG, depicts Choro-Q's movements and battle scenes realistically. It is full of visual appeal and can be enjoyed by children and adults alike.

3. A must-see for Choro Q fans

The story is based on the popular toy Choro Q, so it's a must-see for Choro Q fans. You can enjoy the world of Choro Q through animation.

4. Fun in a short time

The short broadcast time of 5 minutes means that even busy people can easily enjoy it. The small number of episodes, which is only 5, also makes it appealing to watch all at once in a short period of time.

Related information

cast

・Kyuta Nakama/Yuko Nishi ・Rocky Maron/Ayako Kawasumi ・Choco Aino/Hitomi Nabatame ・Kodoku the Moth Wolf/Yukito Soma ・Children/Aika Fujiba, Mika Teratani, Kozue Harashima ・Narration/Dai Tsuchida

Main Staff

・Original work: TOMY (Choro Q)
・Screenplay: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu ・Director, Storyboard, and Direction: Tatsuo Miura ・3DCG Director: Akito Sato ・Art Setting: Takumi Furuyama ・Character Design: Hone Baba ・Music: PHAT
・Animation production cooperation: F.S.C. ・3DCG animation production: Shogakukan Music & Digital Entertainment

Conclusion

"Q Fighters! Choro Q Deck System" is a touching story about dreams and friendship, and is an appealing work with high-quality 3DCG animation. Recommended for Choro Q fans and those who want to enjoy it in a short amount of time. It's a shame about the short broadcast period and the number of episodes, but it's still a lot of fun. Please give it a watch.