"Shin Koihime Musou" review: Was the fusion of history and moe successful?

"Shin Koihime Musou": A battle between young ladies unfolding in a parallel world of the Romance of the Three Kingdoms

"Shin Koihime Musou" is a TV anime series based on the 18+ game by BaseSon, which aired from October 5 to December 21, 2009. Set in the chaotic times of the late Eastern Han Dynasty, the series depicts a parallel world in which the heroes of the Romance of the Three Kingdoms are depicted as beautiful girls. Historical figures such as Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, and Zhuge Liang appear as young girls, and the story begins with their new battle.

story

At the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, the world was in turmoil. In the midst of all this, people with various thoughts in their hearts - those who gather power and sharpen their ambitions, those who wander to test their own strength, and those who fight for what they must protect - spin the thread of destiny. Guan Yu and Zhang Fei rise up to bring peace to the troubled world, and begin a new battle with the young women who are attracted to their aspirations and gather together.

character

Many fascinating characters appear in "Shin Koihime Musou." The main characters are introduced below.

• Liu Bei (real name: Momoka) : A kind, open-hearted, airheaded girl who travels in search of the family heirloom sword.
• Guan Yu (real name: Aisha) : A warrior trainee with a strong sense of honor and a serious disposition, who harbors the ambition of bringing peace to the world.
• Zhang Fei (real name: Suzuzu) : A petite girl who is strong-willed, spoiled, and jealous. She is known for her superhuman strength and big appetite.
• Zhao Yun (real name: Star) : A friend of Guan Yu's with unique hobbies. The person behind the Butterfly Mask is shrouded in mystery.
• Zhuge Liang (real name: Shuri) : A shy girl with excellent strategy. She loves books and sometimes reads erotic books.
• Ma Chao (real name: Sui) : A tomboyish girl who is innocent and shy underneath. A warrior who has a connection with Cao Cao.
• Huang Zhong (real name: Shion) : A master archer known as the God of Archery. He has a gentle personality but also makes erotic remarks.

Other characters include Feng Tong, Ma Dai, Gongsun Zan, Yuan Shao, Wen Chou, Yan Liang, Yuan Shu, Zhang Xun, Cao Cao, Xiahou Dun, Xiahou Yuan, Xun Yu, Dian Wei, Guo Jia, Cheng Yu, Yue Jin, Li Dian, Yu Jin, Zhang Jiao, Zhang Bao, Zhang Liang, Lu Bu, Chen Gong, Sun Ce, Sun Quan, Zhou Yu, Gan Ning, Lu Meng, Yan Yan, Wei Yan, Sun Shang Xiang, Lu Xun, Zhou Tai, Huang Gai, Meng Huo, Mike, Tora, Sham, Jia Ku, Zhang Liao, Xu Chu, Dong Zhuo, Hua Xiong, Da Qiao, Xiao Qiao, He Jin, Shui Jing, and many more. Each character has their own unique personality and plays an important role in adding excitement to the story.

Production Staff

Many staff members were involved in the production of Shin Koihime Musou. It was directed by Nakanishi Nobuaki, animated by DOGA KOBO (Doga Kobo), with the cooperation of Studio Live, and produced by the Shin Koihime Musou Production Committee (Marvelous Entertainment, Pony Canyon, AT-X). The original story was written by BaseSon, and the character designs were done by Katagiri Hinata, Yaba Konan, Kantaka, Hikage Kageji, Saeki Hokuto, Shinozuka Atsuto, and Kuwada Yuuki.

Broadcast information

"Shin Koihime Musou" was broadcast for a total of 12 episodes from October 5th to December 21st, 2009. It was broadcast on AT-X and UHF, and the broadcast times for each station are as follows:

• AT-X: Every Monday from 11:30 to 12:00
• Gifu Chan: Every Tuesday 25:45-26:15
• TOKYO MX: Every Tuesday from 26:00 to 26:30
• TVQ Kyushu Broadcasting: Every Tuesday 26:23-26:53
• Mie Television: Every Tuesday 26:50-27:20
• Chiba TV: Every Wednesday 27:00-27:30
• Teletama: Every Friday 25:30-26:00
• Sun TV: Every Friday 26:20-26:50

subtitle

The subtitles for each episode are as follows:

• First Place: Ma Chao's Anguish (2009/10/05)
• Second Place: Liu Bei visits Peach Blossom Village (2009/10/12)
• Third Place: Gongsun Zan and Yuan Shao's duel (2009/10/19)
• Fourth Place: The Three Zhang Sisters and the Acquisition of the Taiping Art (2009/10/26)
• Fifth Place: Guo Jia and Cheng Yu, about serving Cao Cao (2009/11/02)
• 6th Place: Dian Wei is Tested by Cao Cao (2009/11/09)
• 7th Place: Chen Gong is picked up by Lu Bu (2009/11/16)
• 8th Place: Yuan Shu, trying to exterminate the monster (2009/11/23)
• 9th Place: Yue Jin, Li Dian, Yu Jin, and the Defense of the Village (2009/11/30)
• 10th Place: Kongming's Desire for a Sister (2009/12/07)
• 11th Place: Ma Chao, trying to hold back the urge to urinate (2009/12/14)
• 12th Place: The Heroes Try to Put Down the Yellow Turban Rebellion (2009/12/21)

Theme songs and music

The theme songs and insert songs for "Shin Koihime Musou" are as follows.

• OP1 : Touen no Chikai (Lyrics and Composition: Seiji Miura, Arrangement: Hiromi Mizutani, Sung by Rekka Katagiri)
• ED1 : Otome Ryoran Battle Party (Lyrics: Hitomoe, Composition: Yoshino Takao, Arrangement: Funta7, Sung by Momozono Sanshimai)
• IN1 : YUME Butterfly Flying (Lyrics: Ren Menghuo, Composition: Yoshino Takao, Arrangement: Mizutani Hiromi, Sung by: Counting Man Sisters (Zhang San Sisters))
• IN2 : Maiden Power (Lyrics: Megumi Sena, Music: Mitsuru Wakabayashi, Arrangement: Crosspoint, Sung by: Counting Man☆Sisters (Zhang San Sisters))
• IN3 : Ai wa Datte Datte Saikyou! (Lyrics: Funta3, Composition and Arrangement: Funta7, Sung by Counting Man☆Sisters (Zhang San Sisters))
• IN4 : Daijobu! (Lyrics: Megumi Sena, Music: Koji Ueda, Arrangement: Yoshihiro Kusano, Sung by: Counting Man☆Sisters (Zhang San Sisters))
• IN5 : Yusei Ranbu -You Say Love!- (Lyrics and composition: Seiji Miura, Arrangement: Yoshihiro Kusano, Sung by Yuan Shu, Zhang Xun, Guo Jia (Eriko Nakamura, Chiaki Takahashi, Asami Imai))
• IN6 : Believe in the Present (Lyrics: Megumi Sena, Music: Gensho Ito, Arrangement: Kenji Fujisawa, Sung by Yuan Shu, Zhang Xun, Guo Jia (Eriko Nakamura, Chiaki Takahashi, Asami Imai))
• IN7 : Guidepost (Lyrics: Megumi Sena, Music: Mitsuru Wakabayashi, Arrangement: Hiromi Mizutani, Sung by Yuan Shu, Zhang Xun, Guo Jia (Eriko Nakamura, Chiaki Takahashi, Asami Imai))
• IN8 : Touen no Chikai (Lyrics: Seiji Miura, Music: Hiromi Mizutani, Arrangement: Rekka Katagiri, Sung by Yuan Shu, Zhang Xun, Guo Jia (Eriko Nakamura, Chiaki Takahashi, Asami Imai))
• IN9 : Believe in the Present (Lyrics: Megumi Sena, Music: Gensho Ito, Arrangement: Kenji Fujisawa, Sung by: Liu Bei, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, Yue Jin, Li Dian, Yu Jin, Yuan Shu, Zhang Xun, Guo Jia)

Related Titles

"Shin Koihime Musou" has the following related works:

• Koihime Musou
• Koihime Musou OVA
• Shin Koihime Musou OVA
• True Koihime Musou Maiden Rebellion
• Shin Koihime Musou Maiden Rebellion OVA
• Koihime Musou Chibi Chibi Engi Koihime Flash?
• Shin Koihime Musou Chibi Chibi Engi Shin Koihime Flash?
• Shin Koihime Musou Maiden Rebellion Chibi Chibi Engi Shin Koihime Flash?

Ratings and Recommendations

"Shin Koihime Musou" is a work that combines comedy and action with beautiful girls in the background of the history of the Three Kingdoms. Although it is an anime derived from the original 18+ game, it has been adapted for general audiences and can be enjoyed by a wide range of viewers. In particular, the characters' personalities and comical scenes are appealing, making it never boring to watch. The battle scenes are also carefully drawn, and the story unfolds smoothly and is easy to watch.

This work is recommended not only for fans of the Romance of the Three Kingdoms, but also for those who like anime and beautiful girls. In particular, the novel setting of depicting historical figures such as Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, and Zhuge Liang as maidens will give viewers a fresh surprise. In addition, the backstories and relationships of each character are also deeply explored, making it easy to empathize with them.

Furthermore, the theme songs and insert songs are also memorable, allowing you to enjoy the afterglow after watching the show. In particular, the opening theme "Touen no Chikai" and the ending theme "Otome Ryoran Battle Party" are important elements that liven up the atmosphere of the show.

"Shin Koihime Musou" is a story that depicts the courage and friendship of young ladies in a world where history and fantasy intersect. Please try to discover a new charm of the Romance of the Three Kingdoms through this work.