A thorough analysis of the appeal and emotion of "Yondemasu yo, Azazel-san. Nakiushihen"!

A thorough analysis of the appeal and emotion of "Yondemasu yo, Azazel-san. Nakiushihen"!

"Yondemasu yo, Azazel-san. Crying Cow Edition": The noisy daily lives of vulgar and unique demons

"Yondemasu yo, Azazel-san. Nakiushi-hen" is an OVA based on the popular manga "Yondemasu yo, Azazel-san" by Yasuhisa Kubo. It was released as a DVD bundled with the special edition "Cow Box" of the fourth volume of the manga, which was released on February 23, 2010. The work is animated by Production IG and directed by Tsutomu Mizushima. Although it is only 12 minutes long, it brings out the charm of the original work to its fullest.

story

Sakuma Rinko, a female college student working at Akutagawa Detective Agency, is discovered by her employer Akutagawa to have the potential to be a demon user. As she works on his requests as his assistant, she learns of Akutagawa's true identity as a demon detective. One day, Akutagawa receives a request from a wife to help her husband separate from his lover, and he uses a magic book called a Grimoire to summon a demon from the demon world. The demon he summons is the incredibly vulgar Azazel. Azazel heads out to fulfill the request in exchange for a sacrifice, but things take an unexpected turn. Sakuma's busy days with the unique demons who seem useful but aren't are continuing today.

Commentary

"Yondemasu yo, Azazel-san" is known as a controversial work that was said to be impossible to film. However, it was finally made into an anime, and this "Crying Cow" is a full anime adaptation of the sixth episode, "Crying Cow," from the first volume of the manga. According to Production IG's official website, this work faithfully reproduces the vulgar and unique worldview of the original work. Director Mizushima Tsutomu worked closely with each staff member, including character designers, art directors, and animation directors, to bring out the charm of the original work to the fullest.

cast

The cast of this film is as follows:

  • Azazel: Masaya Onosaka
  • Rinko Sakuma: Rina Sato
  • Teahouse: Daisuke Namikawa
  • Moloch: Tessho Genda

In particular, Masaya Onosaka, who voiced Azazel, perfectly portrayed the vulgar and comical character, enhancing the appeal of the work. Rina Sato, who played Rinko Sakuma, realistically portrayed her confusion and growth, eliciting sympathy from viewers.

Main Staff

The main staff of this work are as follows:

  • Original story: Yasuhisa Kubo (serialized in Kodansha's "Evening")
  • Director, storyboard, and production: Tsutomu Mizushima
  • Character design: Junichiro Taniguchi
  • Art director: Hiromasa Ogura
  • Animation Director: Seiji Kishimoto
  • Sound Director: Kazuhiro Wakabayashi
  • Music: Ryuji Takagi
  • Animation production: Production IG
  • Produced by: Kodansha

Director Mizushima Tsutomu has succeeded in faithfully recreating the worldview of the original work while bringing out its appeal as a visual work. Character designer Taniguchi Junichiro has also successfully incorporated the unique characters of the original work into the animation. Art director Ogura Hiromasa and animation director Kishimoto Seiji have focused on the backgrounds and character movements, pursuing visual beauty. Sound director Wakabayashi Kazuhiro and music composer Takagi Ryuji have played important roles in enhancing the atmosphere of the work.

Main Characters

The main characters of this work are as follows:

  • Azazel: Occupation: "Lecherous". Special skill: sexual harassment. In the human world, he looks like a dog. He's not very useful, but his vulgarity and individuality make him an attractive demon.
  • Sakuma Rinko: A female college student who works part-time at the Akutagawa Detective Agency. She is discovered to have the talent to be a demon user, and begins to handle requests involving demons. Her growth and interactions with the demons are at the center of the story.
  • Akutagawa: The head of the Akutagawa Detective Agency and Sakuma's employer. He is a mysterious character who also has a secret identity as a "Demon Detective" who summons and commands demons.
  • Moloch: Occupation: "Brutality". Nicknamed Mossan. Although he has a frightening appearance in the demon world, he is the most popular demon in the human world because of his adorable appearance.

The tumultuous daily lives of these characters are a major part of the show's appeal. Azazel's vulgarity and individuality in particular add depth to the story while providing laughs to the audience.

subtitle

The subtitle of this work is "Crying Cow Arc". It was released on February 23, 2010. This episode is an animated version of the sixth episode "Crying Cow" from the first volume of the original manga, and it has been drawn with the same charm as the original.

Related Titles

"Yondemasu yo, Azazel-san. Nakiushihen" can be enjoyed together with the following related works.

  • Azazel-san, I'm calling you. Seiya version
  • Calling You, Azazel-san. Lucifer Edition
  • Azazel-san, I'm calling you. Sea anemone edition
  • Azazel-san, you're being called.
  • I'm calling you, Azazel-san. Z

These works are also animated versions of the original works by Yasuhisa Kubo, and depict the unique daily lives of demons. In particular, "Yondemasu yo, Azazel-san. Z" is a sequel to the series, adding new characters and storylines, making it an even deeper work.

Theme songs and music

The ending theme of this work is "OVER THE WAVES", composed by Juventino Rosas. This song plays an important role in enhancing the atmosphere of the work. By enjoying it together with the ending video, you can feel the world view of the work more deeply.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Yondemasu yo, Azazel-san. Nakiushihen" has been highly praised for faithfully recreating the original's vulgar and unique worldview. At just 12 minutes long, it offers viewers laughter and emotion, and allows them to enjoy the noisy daily lives of demons. Azazel's vulgarity and individuality in particular leave a strong impression on viewers, enhancing the appeal of the work.

This work is recommended not only for fans of the original work, but also for those who like anime and comedies. You can enjoy the unique characters of the demons and the chaos they cause. You can also feel the depth of human relationships and friendships through Sakuma Rinko's growth and interactions with the demons.

Furthermore, thanks to the high-quality animation by Production IG and the skillful direction of Director Tsutomu Mizushima, the film is a visual treat. You can feel the attention to detail of the character designs, art director, and animation director, and experience the worldview of the work on a deeper level.

By watching the related works, you can gain a deeper understanding of the unique daily lives of the demons. In particular, "Yondemasu yo, Azazel-san. Z" is a sequel to the series, and new characters and stories have been added, making it an even deeper work. The ending theme "OVER THE WAVES" also plays an important role in enhancing the atmosphere of the work, allowing you to enjoy the afterglow after watching it.

"Yondemasu yo, Azazel-san. Nakiushihen" is loved by many viewers as a work that depicts the noisy daily lives of vulgar and unique demons. This work brings out the charm of the original work to the fullest and is visually enjoyable, so please give it a watch. I'm sure you too will be drawn in by the individuality and laughter of the demons.

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