Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky review: What's the appeal of this final adventure through time and darkness?

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky: The Final Adventure Through Time and Darkness - The moving finale and its appeal

For fans of the Pokemon series, "Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky - The Final Adventure in Time and Darkness," which aired on Pokemon Sunday on April 12, 2009, is surely a special memory etched in their hearts. This work is a TV special based on the worldview of the game "Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time/Explorers of Darkness," and is a touching story about the adventures and friendships of Pokemon. Below, we will take a closer look at the appeal of this work, the production background, cast, staff, and related works.

■ Story

The adventures of the Pokemon explorer team "Pokedanzu" begin when a boy who lives in the world of Pokemon transforms into Piplup and meets Hikozaru. The story unfolds as the world is on the brink of a major crisis that could threaten its future. Pokedanzu and Bayleef set out on a journey to the "Phantom Land" to save the world using the "Gears of Time." Throughout this adventure, the importance of friendship, courage, and hope is depicted.

■Explanation

"Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky - The Final Adventure in Time and Darkness" was broadcast on April 12, 2009 as part of TV Tokyo's "Pokémon Sunday." The broadcast lasted 25 minutes, and was specially placed within a 30-minute program slot. This work is based on the story of the game "Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time/Explorers of Darkness," and is positioned as a story near the end, rather than a continuation of the previous work. After broadcast, it was also distributed exclusively on the Internet and at local stations, and was loved by many fans.

■Cast

Don't miss the cast that makes this work so appealing. Mamiya Kurumi plays Piplup, Yamaguchi Kappei plays Hikozaru, and Terasoma Masaki plays Bayleef. Kobayashi Yuu plays Jigglypuff, Emori Hiroko plays Sunflower, Sakaguchi Daisuke plays Pelipper, Kanna Nobutoshi plays Heigan, Sasaki Hinako plays Chili, Densaka Tsutomu plays Biplap, Miyake Kenta plays Staghorn, and Furushima Kiyotaka plays Sableye. The narration is by Yamadera Kouichi, adding depth to the story.

■ Main staff

Many talented staff members are involved in the production of this work. The original idea was created by Satoshi Tajiri, Junichi Masuda, and Ken Sugimori, the creators of the Pokémon series. The executive producers are Tsunekazu Ishihara and Koichi Nakamura, the planning was done by Takaaki Kii and Kenjiro Ito, and the producers were Gen Moritake and Kunimi Kawamura. The director is Kunihiko Yuyama, the script is by Aya Matsui, the storyboards are Kunihiko Yuyama and Yuji Asada, and the direction is by Yuji Asada. The chief animation director is Norihiro Matsubara, the animation directors are Akihiro Tamagawa and Eikichi Takahashi, the art director is Reiji Kasuga, the director of photography is Mitsunobu Yoshida, the editors are J Film and Kumiko Sakamoto, the music is by Moririn Tada, and the sound director is Masafumi Mima. The production staff are Shoji Ota and Yasuteru Kamei, the production desk is Hiroyuki Kato, and the setting production is by Takayuki Sasaki. The anime is produced by OLM, with production by Shogakukan Shueisha Productions, and production by Shogakukan Shueisha Productions, Chunsoft Co., Ltd., and The Pokémon Company.

■Copyright

This work is copyright ©2009 Pokémon/CHUNSOFT/ShoPro., ©1995-2009 Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK inc., ©1993-2009 CHUNSOFT.

■ Related works

"Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky - The Final Adventure in Time and Darkness" is positioned as part of the Pokémon series. In particular, it is deeply related to the games "Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness", and it is a work that allows fans to experience the world view even more deeply. It is also related to the entire Pocket Monsters series, so you can enjoy the world of Pokémon more widely.

■ Theme songs and music

No specific information has been provided about the theme song or music for this work, but as with other works in the Pokemon series, the moving melody and lyrics will surely add excitement to the story.

■ Evaluation and recommendation

"Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky - The Final Adventure in Time and Darkness" is a must-see for fans of the Pokémon series. In particular, this TV special, based on the story of the game "Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time/Explorers of Darkness", recreates the world of the game in animation and has a touching finale. This story of friendship, courage, and hope among Pokémon will touch a wide audience, from children to adults.

This work is also related to other works in the Pokemon series, and is an important work to understand the world of Pokemon more deeply. I recommend this work not only to fans of the Pokemon series, but to everyone who loves anime and games. In particular, it is a work that I would like you to watch if you want to enjoy a story of friendship and adventure.

■ Detailed information and supplementary information

Let's take a closer look at the background to the production of this work. The Pokémon series has been loved all over the world since the release of the games "Pokémon Red and Green" in 1996. The "Pokémon Mystery Dungeon" series is part of this, and was first released in 2005. "Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness" was released as a sequel in 2007 and was well received by many fans. This TV special was produced based on the story of the game, and by recreating the world of the game through animation, it provides fans with a new sense of excitement.

In addition, the creators of the Pokémon series, Satoshi Tajiri, Junichi Masuda, and Ken Sugimori, were involved in the production of this work as original creators, and it has firmly inherited the core of the Pokémon series. Director Kunihiko Yuyama has been working on the animation of the Pokémon series for many years, and he has used his experience and skills to complete this work. Screenwriter Aya Matsui also has a deep understanding of the story of the Pokémon series and has created a moving story.

Furthermore, the cast of this work is not to be missed. Mamiya Kurumi, who plays Piplup, has also appeared in other Pokémon series works, and the charm of her voice brings out the character of Piplup. Yamaguchi Kappei, who plays Hikozaru, is also a familiar voice actor to fans of the Pokémon series, and his acting ability expresses Hikozaru's bravery. Terasoma Masaki, who plays Bayleef, has also appeared in other Pokémon series works, and the power of her voice brings out the depth of Bayleef's character.

Many staff members were involved in the production of this work, and it was the result of their combined efforts and passion. In particular, OLM, who was in charge of animation, has been working on the animation of the Pokémon series for many years, and they used their skills and experience to complete this work. In addition, Moririn Tada, who was in charge of the music, has also worked on other works in the Pokémon series, and her moving melodies liven up the story.

"Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky - The Final Adventure in Time and Darkness" is a must-see for fans of the Pokémon series, and an important work to gain a deeper understanding of the world of Pokémon. It is also connected to other works in the Pokémon series, allowing you to enjoy the world of Pokémon more broadly. This is a must-watch work, especially for those who enjoy stories of friendship and adventure. Through this work, you can feel the friendship, courage, and hope of Pokémon.