Evaluation and impressions of the unaired version of "Linebarrels of Steel"

Linebarrels of Steel Unreleased Version - In-Depth Review and Comprehensive Guide

Introduction

"Linebarrels of Iron: Unreleased Version" is an OVA released on August 26, 2009, based on the manga "Linebarrels of Iron" by Eiichi Shimizu and Tomohiro Shimoguchi. This unreleased version was provided as a special episode included in DVD volume 9, and depicts a new side of the story. This article provides a detailed review of this work and comprehensive information related to it.

Overview

"Linebarrels of Steel Unreleased Version" is available as an OVA and is sold by Victor Entertainment. It is a short, 24-minute episode, but densely packed, directed by Masamitsu Hidaka, animated by GONZO, and produced by Linebarrel Partners (Flying Dog, GDH, Akita Shoten, Chubu Nippon Broadcasting).

story

After an accident, 14-year-old boy Hayase Koichi meets a girl and obtains a giant humanoid robot called "Linebarrel." The boy, who was powerless to do anything but dream of justice, suddenly finds himself surrounded by overwhelming powers, and things begin to move at a rapid pace. The story follows the boy as he meets new friends, takes on the responsibility of protecting something, and comes to terms with the world around him, and eventually grows up. This unaired version of the series focuses on an episode that focuses in particular on the beautiful and genius scientist Rachel.

character

The protagonist of this work, Koichi Hayase, voiced by Tetsuya Kakihara, is a third-year middle school student who aspires to be a hero of justice. He encounters a Linebarrel fall accident and becomes a factor (pilot) who shares his life with Linebarrel. Emi Kinosaki, voiced by Mamiko Noto, is a girl who has lost all memories except for her name, and is said to have some kind of connection to Linebarrel. Many other unique characters also appear, including Hisataka Kato (Jun Fukuyama), Reiji Moritsugu (Yuichi Nakamura), and Satoru Yamashita (Miyuki Sawashiro).

Main Staff

The production of this work has brought together a stellar team of experts from various fields, including director Masamitsu Hidaka, original author Eiichi Shimizu and Tomohiro Shimoguchi, series composition by Kiyoko Yoshimura, character design and chief animation director Hisashi Hirai, special effects director Ichiro Itano, and mechanical design by Tsutomu Suzuki. Cornish is in charge of music, and Masafumi Mima is the sound director.

Main Robot Items

The main robot in this work is "Linebarrel" operated by Koichi Hayase. Although it is a machine specialized for close-range combat, it has a variety of combat capabilities, such as hidden fixed weapons for long-range battles. In addition, various Machina such as Verdant, Hind Kind, Diseve, and Painkiller appear, and battle scenes are played out in conjunction with each character.

subtitle

The subtitle of this episode is "#25/Rachel, the Genius Beautiful Scientist" and it was released on August 26, 2009. This episode focuses on the character of Rachel Calvin, and her talents and actions drive the story.

Related Titles

"Linebarrels of Steel Unreleased Version" is closely related to the following related works:

• Linebarrels of Steel (TV series)
• Linebarrels of Steel Picture Drama
• Linebarrels of Iron Shadow

review

"Linebarrels of Steel: Unreleased Version" is short but densely packed, with the power to draw viewers in. In particular, the episode focusing on the beautiful genius scientist Rachel delves deeply into her character, providing a new perspective on the story. The animation quality is also high, with impressive intensity in the battle scenes and detailed character expressions. Additionally, the music and sound effects are also important elements that add excitement to the story, making this a highly polished work overall.

Recommended points

Here are some reasons why we recommend this game:

• Deeper character exploration: Rachel's episode in particular deepens the story through her talents and actions.
• High-quality animation: Produced by GONZO, the game features beautiful visuals and powerful battle scenes.
• Music and Sound: Cornish's music and Masafumi Mima's sound effects add to the atmosphere of the story.
• Link with related works: You can get a deeper understanding and enjoyment by watching the TV series and other related works.

Conclusion

"Linebarrels of Steel Unreleased Version" is a short but densely packed work, with high-quality animation and in-depth character development. In particular, the episode focusing on the beautiful genius scientist Rachel offers a new perspective on the story and has the power to draw viewers in. Watching it alongside related works will allow you to understand and enjoy the story more deeply. Please pick up this work and experience its charm for yourself.