The appeal and evaluation of the completely new short animation collection "The Bride of Seto"

The appeal and evaluation of "The Bride of Seto: A Collection of New Short Animations"

Introduction

"Seto no Hanayome" is a popular anime series based on the original manga by Kimura Taihiko, and has attracted many fans with its unique worldview and humorous story. "Seto no Hanayome Complete New Short Anime Collection," released on August 29, 2008, is a special collection for fans of the series as it contains new short anime included in the fan discs "Ibara no Koijihen" and "Aoi Koihen." In this article, we will explain in detail the appeal and evaluation of this short anime collection, as well as introduce related information and recommended points.

Overview

"Seto no Hanayome: Complete New Short Animation Collection" was released as an OVA by Avex Pictures. It consists of two episodes, each about 30 minutes long, and is directed by Kishi Seiji, animated by GONZO×AIC, with production cooperation from Avex Entertainment, and produced by the Setouchi Fish Cooperative. The original work is by Kimura Taihiko, and the copyright belongs to Kimura Taihiko/Square Enix/Setouchi Fish Cooperative.

story

The story of "Seto no Hanayome" begins when an ordinary junior high school student, Misumi Nagisa, drowns on a beach in the Seto Inland Sea and is rescued by a mermaid girl named Seto San. However, in the world of mermaids, there is a strict code of chivalry that respects the "righteousness of the world," and if a mermaid is seen by a human, either the human or Nagisa must die. When Nagisa finds out San's true identity, he is forced to make an ultimate choice: either one of them will die or he will become a mermaid, and Nagisa chooses to marry San. This collection of short animations depicts new episodes of Nagisa and San's life.

Commentary

This collection of short animations was released as a fan disc of the TV series, and is packed with must-see content, including special music clips and new short animations. It also includes a preview of the OVA, making it a long-awaited work for fans. The collection of short animations includes heartwarming episodes depicting the daily lives of Nagasumi and San, as well as a glimpse into new sides of the characters in the series.

cast

The cast of "Seto no Hanayome: New Short Animation Collection" is as impressive as the TV series. The voice actors who have supported the series, such as Haruko Momoi as Seto San, Hiroki Mizushima as Misumi Nagasumi, Sakura Nogawa as Edomae Runa, and Kenta Miyake as Seto Gozaburo, are reuniting. Other voice actors who play unique characters, such as Makiko Nabei as Seto Ren, Katsuteru Murase as Masa, and Natsuko Kuwatani as Maki, are also participating.

Main Staff

Many of the staff who worked on the TV series, including the original author Kimura Taihiko, director Kishi Seiji, series composer Uezu Makoto, and character designer Morita Kazuaki, participated in the production of this collection of short anime. The music is by Takanashi Koji and produced by Legato Music. Animation is by GONZO×AIC, with production cooperation from Avex Entertainment, and production by the Setouchi Fish Cooperative.

Main Characters

In "Seto no Hanayome: Complete New Short Animation Collection," the series' main characters continue to play an active role. Seto San is the daughter of a gangster mermaid family, and is a chivalrous, airheaded character. Misumi Nagisa is a very ordinary middle school student who is the protagonist who chooses to marry San. Edomae Runa is the daughter of the Kanto gangster mermaid "Edomae-gumi," San's rival, and also works as an idol. Seto Gozaburo is the boss of a gangster mermaid family and a doting father who dotes on his daughter San. Seto Ren is Gozaburo's wife, a gangster wife who supports the relationship between San and Nagisa. Other unique characters who appear include Masa, Maki, Shark Fujishiro, and Nagisa's family and friends.

Evaluation and Appeal

"Seto no Hanayome Complete New Short Animation Collection" is a work that fans of the series cannot miss. Despite being in the form of a short anime, the content depicts new episodes of Nagasumi and San, as well as new sides to the characters in the series, and will capture the hearts of fans. Another attraction is the high quality of the production by a luxurious cast and staff. In particular, the heartwarming depictions of everyday life and humorous scenes that are unique to short anime will be enjoyable not only for fans of the series, but also for new viewers.

Related Titles

"Seto no Hanayome Complete New Short Anime Collection" is positioned as part of the "Seto no Hanayome" series. The series includes a TV series, OVA, fan discs, and more, each of which delves deeper into the worldview and characters of the series. There are also related works such as "Kejime: The Wife of the Yakuza," making it a must-see for fans of the series.

Recommended points

The reasons we recommend "Seto no Hanayome: Completely New Short Animation Collection" are as follows:

• A must-see for fans of the series : enjoy new episodes featuring the series' main characters and a deeper look into the world of the series.
• A luxurious cast and staff : The same cast and staff as the TV series are involved, making for a high-quality production.
• Heartwarming depictions of everyday life : Enjoy the heartwarming depictions of everyday life and humorous scenes that are unique to short anime.
• Recommended for new viewers : The content can be enjoyed even if you are not familiar with the world view or characters of the series, so it is recommended for new viewers as well.

summary

"Seto no Hanayome: Complete New Short Animation Collection" is a must-see for fans of the series, and will be enjoyable for new viewers as well. It is packed with many charms, including high-quality production by a stellar cast and staff, heartwarming depictions of everyday life, and humorous scenes. This is a work that we highly recommend to those who want to enjoy the world and characters of the series more deeply, and those who like short animations.