Black Butler Extras: The Appeal and Evaluation of the OVA

The appeal and reviews of "Black Butler": A story of a perfect butler and an evil aristocrat

"Black Butler: Extra Edition" is an OVA released on September 30, 2009, based on the popular manga series of the same name by Yana Toboso. This extra edition is included in the packaged version of the ninth volume of the series, and although it is a short 26 minutes, it is a must-see for fans. Below, we will introduce the appeal and reviews of this work, as well as related information in detail.

Story and setting

"Black Butler: Extra Edition" is set in Victorian England in the late 19th century. It tells the story of Sebastian Michaelis, butler of the prestigious aristocratic Phantomhive family, and his master, 12-year-old Ciel Phantomhive, known as the "Evil Nobleman." Sebastian is a perfect butler in all respects, including knowledge, culture, elegance, cooking, and martial arts, and is depicted as perfectly carrying out Ciel's orders. In this extra edition, an episode is depicted in which Sebastian takes part in a performance, showing a different side of him than usual.

The charm of this work lies above all in the relationship between Sebastian and Ciel. Sebastian faithfully carries out Ciel's orders and is portrayed as willing to face any challenge. Meanwhile, Ciel is a talented man who grew Phantom Company into the UK's top confectionery and toy manufacturer at a young age, but he harbors a deep darkness deep inside. The relationship between these two is at the heart of the story and is a major factor in drawing the viewer in.

Characters and cast

In addition to the main characters Sebastian Michaelis and Ciel Phantomhive, many other fascinating characters appear in "Black Butler: Extra Edition." Daisuke Ono's voice as Sebastian perfectly expresses the image of a calm and perfect butler, and Maaya Sakamoto's voice as Ciel is also wonderful, with her acting exuding both youth and deep darkness at the same time.

The other characters are also unique, and the cast is full of great actors, including Junichi Suwabe as the undertaker, Romi Park as Madame Red, and Koji Yusa as Lau. These characters add excitement to the story and leave a deep impression on the viewers.

Production and staff

"Black Butler: Extra Edition" is produced by A-1 Pictures and directed by Toshiya Shinohara. It brings together professionals from various fields, including character designer Minako Shiba, art director Hiromasa Ogura, and music composer Taku Iwasaki. Thanks to the combined efforts of these staff, the worldview of the original work has been faithfully reproduced, making it a work that is both visually and aurally satisfying.

In particular, the animation is superb, paying particular attention to detail in the movements and expressions of Sebastian, and the depiction of Ciel's inner thoughts. The music is also an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the story, and plays a role in evoking the emotions of the viewer.

Evaluation and Impressions

"Black Butler: Extra Edition" has been highly praised not only by fans of the original work, but also by anime fans. In particular, Sebastian's performance as the perfect butler and the story that depicts Ciel's deep inner thoughts have left a strong impression on viewers. In addition, thanks to the efforts of the splendid cast and staff, the worldview of the original work has been faithfully reproduced, making it a work that is both visually and aurally satisfying.

This spinoff depicts an episode that is different from the main story of the series, and is a valuable work that allows fans to enjoy the characters from a new perspective. It shows Sebastian participating in a performance and a new side of Ciel, making it a must-see for fans of the series.

Related works and recommendations

Black Butler: Spin-Off is closely tied to the other works in the series. In particular, Black Butler and Black Butler II, which depict the main story, as well as Black Butler: Book of Circus, Black Butler: Book of Murder, and Black Butler: Book of the Atlantic, are essential works to enjoy the entire series. Watching these works in order will give you a deeper understanding of the story of Sebastian and Ciel.

Other recommended works that also feature butlers include "Hetalia" and "Gintama." These works also have unique characters and humorous stories that are sure to be enjoyed by fans.

Conclusion

"Black Butler: Extra Edition" is a fascinating work that tells the story of the perfect butler Sebastian and the evil nobleman Ciel. Thanks to the power of the gorgeous cast and staff, the world view of the original is faithfully reproduced, and it is a visually and aurally satisfying content. It is a work that is recommended not only for fans of the series but also for anime fans, so please give it a watch.