"Gurren Lagann Parallel Works 2": The appeal of the multiverse and the creativity of its creators "Gurren Lagann Parallel Works 2" is an OVA released on May 26, 2010, and is an original anime project based on the original work by GAINAX and Nakashima Kazuki. This work attracted attention for its innovative attempt by seven creators to depict parallel worlds of Gurren Lagann using the keyword "multiverse." Below, we will introduce detailed information and the appeal of this work, as well as its background and related works. Overview Gurren Lagann Parallel Works 2 is a 40-minute episode released by Aniplex and distributed by Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. It is directed by Imaishi Hiroyuki and produced by GAINAX, with TV Tokyo, Dentsu, Aniplex, and KDE-J as producers. Copyright belongs to GAINAX, Nakashima Kazuki, Aniplex, KDE-J, TV Tokyo, Dentsu, and the Gurren Lagann Movie Production Committee. story In the distant future, people dig holes in the ground to build their homes, raise livestock, and live in fear of the occasional earthquake and rockfall. In one of these villages, Jiha Village, a young boy named Simon finds a mysteriously glowing small drill while digging a hole to expand the village. Meanwhile, Kamina, Simon's big brother, believes that there is a "surface" above the village, and leads a group of thugs called the Gurren Gang to break through the ceiling and get outside. One day, an earthquake causes the ceiling of the village to collapse, and a giant robot falls down. Kamina is convinced that "there was a surface after all!" and tries to confront the robot. At that moment, a girl named Yoko appears from the surface with a giant rifle, and reveals that she has been chasing the robot. In a pinch, Simon shows them the mysterious robot with only a face that he had previously dug up from the ground. This is the beginning of the story, and the start of the adventure of Simon, Kamina, and Yoko. Commentary "Gurren Lagann Parallel Works 2" is a project in which seven creators depict the world of Gurren Lagann from their own perspectives. As with the previous work "Gurren Lagann Parallel Works," in addition to works that use the in-game BGM by Taku Iwasaki, it also includes works that have newly created BGM and new character songs. This allows you to enjoy a greater variety of works than the previous work. The limited production version is packed with bonuses that fans will love, such as a bonus CD containing new music and a luxurious B5-sized booklet. The world of Gurren Lagann is not over yet, and new charms are being revealed. cast The voice actors for the main characters are as follows: - Simon: Tetsuya Kakihara
- Kamina: Katsuyuki Konishi
- Yoko Littner: Marina Inoue
- Nia Teppelin: Yukari Fukui
- Viral, Grandpa Coco: Nobuyuki Hiyama
- Leeron Littner: Masaya Onosaka
- Rossiu Adai: Mitsuki Saiga
- Gimme Adai, Leite Jokin: Takako Honda
- Dali Adai, Buta: Shizuka Ito
- Kitan Bachika: Kisho Taniyama
- Kiyo Bachika (Kiyo Littner): Rina Sato
- Kinon Bachika: Kana Ueda
- Kyarubachika: Kana Asumi
- Dayakka Littner: Daiki Nakamura
- Kid Koyga: Takashi Kondo
- Ayla Coiga and Artenborough Koacic: Daisuke Kirii
- Zosie Kanai: Takashi Kawakami
- Jogan Baksa and Gabal Dokkar: Go Shinomiya
- Balinbo Baksa: Kozo Dosaka
- Macken Jokin: Leo Kaminaga
- Tetsukan Littner, Ginblay Kaito: Mizushima Hiroki
- Sibella Couteau: Haruhi Terada
- Village Chief Shaku: Tetsuo Genda
- Joe: Jurota Kosugi
- Maggin, Rossiu 20 years later: Jouji Nakata
- Nakimu: Kurumi Mamiya
- Maosha: Noriko Shimoya
- Adjutant: Hiroki Tochi
- Spiral King Lordgenome: Narushi Ikeda
- Chimilph: Kiyoyuki Yanada
- Adine: Michiko Neya
- Sitomandra: Akio Suyama
- Guarm: Kiyoshi Kawakubo
- Epilogue of Simon (narration): Takayuki Sugo
- Anti-Spiral: Takaya Kamikawa
Main Staff The following staff members are involved in the production of this work: - Original creator: GAINAX
- Director: Hiroyuki Imaishi
- Assistant Director: Masahiko Otsuka
- Series Composition: Kazuki Nakashima
- Character design: Atsushi Nishikori
- Mechanical design: Yo Yoshinari
- Art director: Yuka Hirama (Studio Biho)
- Color design: Harumi Takahoshi
- Director of photography: Toyonori Yamada
- Edited by: Junichi Uematsu
- Sound Director: Toru Nakano
- Music: Taku Iwasaki
- Producers: Norio Yamakawa (TV Tokyo), Naoki Sasada, Eiichi Kamagata
- Supervisor: Eiji Matsuo
- Animation Production: GAINAX
- Produced by: TV Tokyo, Dentsu, Aniplex, KDE-J
- Participating creators: Akemi Hayashi, Gekidan Inu Curry, Shoji Nishigaki, Ayumu Kotake, Shintaro Michikai, Satoshi Yamaguchi, Akishi Saeki, Shingo Abe, Sushio
Main Characters The following main characters appear in Gurren Lagann Parallel Works 2. Parts 1 and 2 of the main story- Simon : The protagonist of this story. He is treated as an oddball because he is silent and has a craftsman-like nature, but he is highly respected by the residents of Jiha Village as an expert hole-digger. He doesn't like to be in the spotlight, and prefers to stay behind Kamina, whom he regards as an older brother. When he finds a small drill while digging a hole, it changes his fate...
- Kamina : A passionate and ambitious team leader. He has a somewhat carefree personality, recklessly pursuing his romantic dreams, but at the same time, he has a strong charm that draws people in. He is like an older brother to Simon, and although the two have completely different personalities, they work together perfectly to overcome the enemies and difficulties that stand in their way. He is characterized by the tattoos (irezumi) carved all over his body.
- Yoko : A beautiful sniper who never lets go of her huge rifle. After being saved from danger by Simon and Kamina, they start working together. Having survived the harsh conditions on the surface, she is much tougher than Simon, who is the same age. She treats the shy and naive Simon like a child. Even so, she occasionally shows signs of immaturity and fragility appropriate to her age.
- Leeron : A mechanic from the same Littner village as Yoko. Later, he joins Simon and the others. He is always calm and objective, as if he has a philosophical outlook. A skilled mechanic, he is in charge of maintaining all the Gunmen, including Lagann. He is also the brains and narrator of the Gurren Brigade.
- Viral : A mysterious beastman tasked with exterminating humans who have come to the surface. He pilots the Gunmen "Enki." He is a skilled Gunmen pilot, and torments Kamina and Simon.
- Dayakka : The leader of Littner Village. He leads the villagers in resistance against the Gunmen army that is attacking the village. He is very sensible and serious.
- Kitan : The leader of the beastman hunters "Black Brothers" and the eldest son. Is he more short-tempered and hot-blooded than Kamina? He often competes with Kamina in terms of personality.
- Kiyo : The eldest daughter of the "Black Brothers." She has a better body than Yoko.
- Kinon : A member of the "Black Brothers" and the second daughter. She has a laid-back personality and always does things at her own pace. Her glasses are her charm point.
- Kiyaru : The youngest of the "Black Brothers." Perhaps influenced by Kitan, he uses language a bit roughly.
- Rossiu : A boy you meet during your journey. He is sensible and speaks like an adult for his age.
- Gimme & Dally : Twins who live in the village of Rossiu. Gimme is a mischievous boy and Dally is a shy girl.
- Old Man Coco : A mysterious old man who appears before Gurren Lagann as he wanders through the mist and invites him to a hot springs inn. After that, for some reason, he ends up joining Team Gurren.
- Nia : A girl that Simon discovers in the container. She is completely naive, but also possesses a nobility that other humans do not have. What will her existence bring to the Glenn Brigade?
- Great Gurren Brigade : They were fighting against the beastmen in their own places, but after hearing of Kamina and his group's exploits, they began to gather in droves.
- Chimilf : One of the Spiral King's four heavenly kings, nicknamed "Raging Chimilf." He is gifted with the mobile fortress-type Gunmen Daiganzan. He is a dynamic warrior just like his appearance suggests.
- Adine : One of the Spiral King's Four Heavenly Kings, "Elegant Adine." A female beast with a scorpion tail. Her personality is cruel and harsh. She is gifted the Fortress Type Gunmen Daigunkai and the Custom Gunmen Sailoon.
- Shitomandra : One of the four heavenly kings of the Spiral King, "Shitomandra of Lightning Speed". He is a handsome man with peacock-like wings, but he is also quite narcissistic. He has received the aerial fortress Gunmen Daiganten from the Spiral King.
- Guarm : One of the four heavenly kings of the Spiral King, "Immovable Guarm". He is an armadillo-like beastman, but contrary to his comical appearance, he is very cunning. He seems to have known the Spiral King for a long time, and sometimes speaks disrespectful lines, even respecting Shitomandra.
- Lordgenome : A king who lives in the royal capital of Teppelin and commands beastmen. He looks exactly like a human, but... his purpose in using beastmen to drive humans underground is shrouded in mystery.
- Boota : A baby pig-mole kept in Jiha Village and Simon's pet. He was almost used as emergency food by the Glenn Brigade...!
Parts 3 to 4 of the main story- Simon : He was appointed commander-in-chief of the new government established in the royal capital of Teppelin, now known as Kamina City. He spends his days swamped with official duties. Though he still retains the appearance of a timid, childish boy, his facial expressions and appearance have grown into a more manly man.
- Nia : She lives in Kamina City with Simon and her fellow Glenn friends. She has grown into a beautiful young woman in the seven years since she was a child. But what about her cooking skills?
- Yoko : When the new government was established, she turned down the position she was asked to take and set off in search of a new frontier. Where is she now?
- Leeron Littner : He was appointed Director of the Science Bureau of the new government. He continues to live his life as usual, developing rocket gunmen for lunar exploration and other projects.
- Vilar : After going missing during the battle to capture Teppelin, he cooperated with the people who opposed the new government as a guerrilla. What is the true intention behind his actions, which do not seem to be simply revenge against Simon?
- Dayakka Littner : Appointed Director of the Food Bureau in the new government. After the Battle of Teppelin, she married Kiyo and built a happy family.
- Kitan Bachika : Appointed Director of the Legal Affairs Bureau of the new government. He seems to be just as hot-blooded as ever, but at the same time, he seems to feel suffocated by his current position. He's going to be an uncle soon.
- Kiyo Littner : The eldest daughter of the Kuro brothers. After the battle to capture Teppelin, she married Dayakka. They seem to be building a happy family. She gave birth to a daughter in episode 17.
- Kinon Bachika : The second daughter of the Kuro brothers. She serves as secretary to Assistant Director Rossiu in the new government. Her easy-going personality has disappeared, and she now has a stern expression that keeps people away.
- Kiyaru Bachika : The third daughter of the Kuro brothers. After the battle to capture Teppenrin, she seems to be living with the Dayakka family. She looks after the pregnant Kiyou and helps with the housework.
- Rossiu Adai : Appointed assistant to Commander-in-Chief Simon in Kamina City. His intelligence remains the same as it was seven years ago, but his somewhat rigid personality can sometimes annoy Simon. His personality makes him bitter about his former comrades who are irresponsibly enjoying peace.
- Gimi Adai : Gimi was a young boy during the battle to capture Teppelin, but now he is a member of the New Government Defense Force and serves as an ace pilot of the new Gunmen Grapearl.
- Dally Addai : He belongs to the Grapard Squad along with Gimi. He is a top-notch marksman and a good partner for Gimi.
- Grandpa Coco : In the seven years since the Teppelin invasion, it has been revealed that he is actually a Sheep Beastman (Thieves). I still don't know what he's thinking, but he serves Nia respectfully.
- Ginble & Sibella : Young secretaries who support Assistant Chief Rossiu. They are the elites of the new generation, and show contempt for all the members of Glenn Brigade except for Rossiu, whom they admire.
- Great Gurren Brigade : Those who survived the battle to capture Teppelin are now living their own lives in Kamina City, some taking up positions in the new government and others working in other jobs.
- Macken and Leite : They married after the Battle of Teppelin. They now have three children and run a repair shop in Kamina City.
- Lordgenome Head : A biocomputer whose brain was secretly revived by Rossiu using the genetic information of Lordgenome. What is the "truth of the world" that will be spoken from its mouth?
- Messenger Nia : When the human population on Earth exceeded one million, Nia awakened into another form. There is no trace of her former self, and she calls herself the "Messenger of the Anti-Spiral" and plots to annihilate humanity.
- Boota : Simon's partner, the pig mole. Normally he would have grown up, but he seems to be still a child?
Main Robot Items The following main robots and items appear in Gurren Lagann Parallel Works 2. Parts 1 and 2 of the main story- Lagann : A mysterious robot that Simon unearthed during excavation work. It seems to activate in response to the core drill...? Its abilities are affected by Simon's mental ups and downs. It combines with Gurren, piloted by Kamina, to become "Gurren Lagann."
- Gurren : A Gunmen that Kamina steals from the enemy at the beginning of the story and pilots thereafter. Its huge sunglasses that can also be used as a boomerang are its defining feature. It combines with Simon's Lagann to become "Gurren Lagann."
- Gurren Lagann : A mecha formed by the combination of Simon's Lagann and Kamina's Gurren. It fights against numerous enemy Gunmen. It becomes the main robot from the beginning.
- Enki : Viral's Gunmen. As expected of a unit leader, it stands out from the other beastmen's Gunmen. It has weapons built into various parts of its body.
- Gunmen : A giant mecha that falls on Jiha Village and attacks Simon and his friends. There seem to be many different kinds of Gunmen on the ground...
- Enkidu : A modified and powered-up version of Enki, whose helmet was ripped off by Gurren Lagann. Apparently the "Enki Ragger" attached in place of the helmet can also be used as a weapon?
- King Kitan : A Gunmen that Kitan, the "Black Brothers," stole from a beastman and made for his own use. The sharp, angular form of the gun combines with the personality of its pilot, Kitan, to make it ultra-aggressive.
- Dayakkaiser : A Gunmen captured and piloted by Littner's Dayak. A medium-range support type that mainly uses artillery fire.
- Dai-Ganzan : A mobile fortress-type Gunmen. It is the flagship of the "Furious Chimilf", one of the Spiral King's four heavenly kings, and surpasses the others with its size and overwhelming firepower. Does Gurren Lagann have a chance of winning?
- Dai-Gurren Brigade Gunmen : Gunmen piloted by members of the Dai-Gurren Brigade. Each Gunmen has a unique form that symbolizes the personality of its rider.
- Byakō : A custom gunman piloted by Timulf. Its spear-wielding weapon is a sure-kill attack.
- Seyrun : A custom gunman for Adeene. It features huge butterfly-like wings and can freely control two whips. It can transform into a giant scorpion.
- Daigankai : A fortress-type Gunmen of the Four Heavenly Kings, "Elegant Adine." It has a crustacean-like shape and can move through the water at high speeds.
- Dai-Gurren : A fortress-type Gunmen exclusively for Dai-Gurren Brigade, modified from the seized Dai-Gunzan. The color of the hull and the bridge section destroyed by the Lagann Impact have been changed.
- Genbar : A custom Gunmen exclusively for Guarm. Its horns can expand and contract freely, and sharp needles can pop out of the holes in its arms to skewer captured targets. When it transforms, it becomes a giant "face."
- Shuzack : Equipped with a flying engine called a "Tobidama," it can fly freely through the air. Both arms are multi-jointed and can extend and retract.
- Daiganten : A flying fortress aircraft carrier type Gunmen of the Four Heavenly Kings "Shitomandra of Lightning Speed". Many flying Gunmen are stationed in the hangar.
- Daigand : An impregnable fortress-type Gunmen from the Four Heavenly Kings' "Unshakable Guarm." It rotates to form a field that acts as an impregnable fortress to protect Teppelin.
- Lazengann : Spiral King Lordgenome's personal Gunmen. It has many similarities to Gurren Lagann in terms of form and techniques.
- Enkidu : A custom Gunmen that is a further modification of Viral's "Enkidu". Will the sword techniques unleashed by its four arms overwhelm Gurren Lagann?
- Big Item : The true identity of the royal capital of Teppelin, a gigantic Gunmen that can pierce the clouds. At the top of it is said to be the throne of Spiral King Lordgenome.
Parts 3 to 4 of the main story- Gurren Lagann : The damage it sustained during the battle to capture Teppelin seven years ago has been repaired, and it has become the symbol of the new government. There are still many unknowns about the function of Lagann.
- Grapearl : A mass-produced version of Gurren Lagann developed by the new government based on Gurren Lagann. It is easier to use than the conventional Gunmen.
- Grapearl (Gimme's machine) : A blue Grapearl exclusively for Gimme. Its basic performance is the same as the mass-produced machines. It is equipped with a handgun, blade, etc.
- Grapearl (Dally's machine) : Grapearl exclusively for Dally. Its basic performance is the same as the mass-produced machines. It is often used as a backup for Gimme, who tends to jump forward.
- Mugan : A vanguard of the Anti-Spiral that suddenly appeared when the human population on Earth reached one million. Its structure is unstable, and if destroyed it will split into small pieces and explode.
- Arc Glen : A super-dreadnought space daigan discovered underground in Kamina City. It is so large that it can accommodate the 300,000 people of the city and the surrounding area. It is a legacy of Lordgenome, and Rossiu plans to use it to escape Earth, but...
- Advanced Muganu : A Muganu that is even larger than Muganu. Not only is it larger, but its attacking power, defensive power, and destructive power when it explodes are also on a different level. It has many Muganu hanging from it.
- King Kitan (Spin Barrier Ammo equipped ver.) : A King Kitan equipped with Spin Barrier Ammo for use against Anti-Spirals. Leyte has also made significant improvements to the output system.
- Dayakkaiser (Spin Barrier Bullet Equipped Ver.) : Dayakkaiser equipped with spin barrier bullets for use against Anti-Spirals. Piloted by Yoko.
- Great Gurren Brigade (Anti-Spiral Specification) : Great Gurren Brigade Gunmen that were significantly improved by Leyte for use against the Anti-Spirals. They are now also capable of operating outside the atmosphere.
- Gyeomugang Kuumugang : The highest class Mugan. They were waiting for Arcgren when he tried to escape into space.
- Arc Gurren Lagann : A super-dreadnought Gunmen born from the fusion of Gurren Lagann and Arc Gurren. A single blow from its fist can even break through dimensions!
- Super Galaxy Dai-Gurren : A super-dreadnought Daigun disguised as a moon by the Anti-Spiral. It was originally Lordgenome's flagship, the Cathedral Terra. It regained control using the Giga Core Drill and became the new flagship of the Dai-Gurren Brigade.
- Space King Kitan : A super-large Gunmen produced within Super Galaxy Dai-Gurren. It has a cockpit for Gunmen inside and is piloted by King Kitan.
- Space Dayakkaiser : A super-large space Gunmen. Yoko pilots the Dayakkaiser. It is equipped with not only a long-range cannon, but also missile pods on its arms and legs.
- Space Gunmen : Super large space Gunmen. All were produced within Super Galaxy Dai-Gurren.
- Anti-Spiral Fleet : A huge fleet led by the Anti-Spirals. With their overwhelming numbers and warp capabilities, they toy with the Great Gurren Brigade.
- Super Galaxy Gurren Lagann : Super Galaxy Dai-Gurren transforms to create the Super Spiral Super-Dreadnought Gunmen.
subtitle Gurren Lagann Parallel Works 2 includes the following seven subtitles: - #1/Akemi Hayashi/The sense of Wonder (2010/05/26)
- #2/Gekidan Inu Curry/My XXX Housewife (2010/05/26)
- #3 / Shoji Nishigaki / Goodbye Dai-Gurren (2010/05/26)
- #4/Ayumu Kotake and Shintaro Michikai/BIG BUILDING (2010/05/26)
- #5/Yamaguchi Satoshi/Kyaru's Magical Time, Three Minutes Ago. (2010/05/26)
- #6/Akiyoshi Saeki, Shingo Abe/Gunmen Symphonia (2010/05/26)
- #7/Sushio/Kitan Zero (2010/05/26)
Related Titles "Gurren Lagann Parallel Works 2" has deep ties to the following related works: - Gurren Lagann
- Gurren Lagann: The Movie
- Gurren Lagann: The Movie
- Gurren Lagann PARALLEL WORKS
- Kirameki Yoko BOX Pieces of sweet stars
- Gurren Lagann OVA Episode 5.5
- Gurren Lagann Episode 6 Unlocked Edition
Theme songs and music The following music is used in "Gurren Lagann Parallel Works 2". - IN1: The sense of wonder
- IN2: My XXX tips
- IN3: Goodbye Dai-Gurren
- IN4: BIG BUILDING
- IN5: Kyar's magical time, three minutes ago.
- IN6: Gunmen Symphonia
- IN7: Kitan Zero
Ratings and Recommendations "Gurren Lagann Parallel Works 2" is a work that highlights the creativity of its creators, utilizing the concept of a multiverse. The world of Gurren Lagann, depicted from each creator's unique perspective, offers fans new charm and surprises. In particular, Taku Iwasaki's in-game background music and new character songs further enhance the atmosphere of the work. Also, don't miss the luxurious bonuses included in the limited edition. This is a work that can be recommended not only to Gurren Lagann fans, but also to those who like anime and robots. This work is visually very satisfying, depicting the growth and struggles of the main characters, Simon, Kamina, and Yoko, while also featuring a variety of Gunmen and robot battle scenes. In addition, it includes episodes that delve deeper into the story's background and worldview, making it an important piece for understanding the series as a whole. "Gurren Lagann Parallel Works 2" is a must-see for fans of the series, allowing you to enjoy the world of Gurren Lagann from a new perspective. Despite being an OVA, it is packed with dense content in a volume of 40 minutes, and you will feel very satisfied after watching it. Be sure to watch it together with other related works and enjoy the multiverse of Gurren Lagann. |
