A thorough review of Shin Koihime Jumusou: The Southern Island Vacation of the Heroes! There are even slip-ups!

The appeal and reviews of "Shin Koihime Musou: The Heroes Go on Vacation on a Southern Island - And There's a Porori Too!"

Shin Koihime Musou: The Heroes, Vacationing on a Southern Island ~And Some Slips!~ is an OVA released on July 7, 2010, based on BaseSon's 18+ game Shin Koihime Musou: Otome Ryouran Sangokushi Engi. The OVA is included in the packaged version Shin Koihime Musou Hanya DVD (Blu-ray) Volume 7 is an OVA Special, released by Marvelous Entertainment and distributed by Pony Canyon. The work is made up of 30-minute episodes, animated by DOGA KOBO (Doga Kobo) and directed by Nakanishi Nobuaki.

story

The world of Shin Koihime Musou is set in the chaotic times of the late Eastern Han Dynasty. People with various thoughts, such as those who hone their power and ambition, those who test their own strength, and those who fight to protect what they should protect, intersect and threads of destiny are tied together. 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 them. This OVA depicts the girls enjoying a vacation on a southern island. During the vacation, there are unexpected happenings and slip-ups, making it a content full of laughter and healing.

character

The main characters of this work are historical generals from the Three Kingdoms period, such as Liu Bei (real name: Momoka), Guan Yu (real name: Aisa), Zhang Fei (real name: Suzuzu), Zhuge Liang (real name: Shuri), Zhao Yun (real name: Xing), Ma Chao (real name: Sui), and Huang Zhong (real name: Shion), who appear as beautiful girls. Liu Bei is kind and generous, but also has a dim-witted side, and continues his journey to find the family heirloom sword. Guan Yu has a desire to bring peace to the world, and he and Zhang Fei swear to be sisters and travel together. Zhang Fei is strong-willed, spoiled, and jealous, but the contrast between his small body and his superhuman strength and big appetite is attractive. Zhuge Liang is a shy character who is shy, but has a good strategy. Zhao Yun has unique hobbies and often causes trouble for Guan Yu and his friends. Ma Chao is tomboyish, but his true face is innocent and shy. Huang Zhong is a master archer and has a gentle personality, but he sometimes says erotic things without even realizing it, and each character's individuality shines through.

Production Staff

Many staff members are involved in the production of this work. The project was planned by Matsumoto Yoshiaki, Fukuba Kazuyoshi, and Mikami Yasuhiro, and the original work is "Shin Koihime Musou: Otome Ryouran Sangokushi Engi" by BaseSon. The original character designs are by Katagiri Hinata, Yaba Konan, Kantaka, Hikage Kageji, Saeki Hokuto, Shinozuka Atsuto, and Kuwada Yuuki, the series composition is by Zappa Gyo, the main character design is by Oshima Miwa, and the character design is by Hiratsuka Tomoya. The art director is Takasuka Shinji, the color design is by Ishiguro Kei, the director of photography is Ito Kunihiko, the editor is Tamura Yuri, the sound director is Hamanokozu, and the music is by Tada Akifumi. The production desk is handled by Asato Yoshiya, setting production is by Hasegawa Akina, promotion is by Hasegawa Tomoko and Yumioka Masako, and the series is produced by the Shin Koihime Musou Production Committee (Marvelous Entertainment, Pony Canyon, AT-X).

cast

The cast of this work is Mai Goto as Liu Bei, Nami Kurokawa as Guan Yu, Hiroka Nishizawa as Zhang Fei, Erika Narumi as Zhuge Liang, Emi Motoi as Zhao Yun, Maki Kobayashi as Ma Chao, and Yufu Amemiya as Huang Zhong. The performances that make the most of the individuality of each character further enhance the charm of the work.

Evaluation and Appeal

"Shin Koihime Musou: Gunyuu, Vacation on a Southern Island ~And Some Slips Too!~" is a long-awaited OVA for fans of the Koihime series, and features the usual unaired content of the series. In particular, the setting of a vacation on a southern island allows you to enjoy a relaxed atmosphere that is a little different from the usual battles, and you can see a new side of the characters. There are also slips and other mishaps, making it a content full of laughs and relaxation.

DOGA KOBO, the animation studio in charge, is well-known for producing anime with beautiful girls, and in this work they have brought out the best in the characters. Director Nakanishi Nobuaki has a firm understanding of the worldview of the Koihime series, and has created a work that is loved by fans. The music, by Tada Akifumi, also enhances the atmosphere of the work and has the power to draw viewers in.

The appeal of this work lies above all in the personalities and relationships of the characters. The story woven by various characters, centered around Liu Bei, Guan Yu, and Zhang Fei, is never boring to watch. In addition, the setting of a vacation on a southern island allows you to enjoy a relaxed atmosphere that is different from the usual battles, and you can see a new side of the characters. There are also mishaps such as slip-ups, making it a content full of laughs and healing.

Related Titles

"Shin Koihime Musou: Warriors Go on Vacation on a Southern Island - And There's a Spot of Slipping Too!" is part of the Koihime series and can be enjoyed together with the following related works:

• Koihime Musou
• Koihime Musou OVA
• True Koihime Musou
• 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?

Theme songs and music

The theme songs for this work are "Touen no Chikai" for the opening theme and "Otome Ryoran Battle Party" for the ending theme. The lyrics and music for the opening theme were written by Miura Seiji, arranged by Mizutani Hiromi, and sung by Katagiri Rekka. The lyrics for the ending theme were written by Hitomoe, composed by Yoshino Takao, arranged by Funta7, and sung by the Momozono Three Sisters. These songs also have the power to liven up the atmosphere of the work and draw in the viewers.

Recommendations and conclusions

"Shin Koihime Musou: Gunyuu, Vacation on a Southern Island - And There's a Slip! -" is a must-watch for fans of the Koihime series, and you can enjoy the world of the series. It is also recommended for those who like anime about beautiful girls and works based on the Romance of the Three Kingdoms. The setting of a vacation on a southern island allows you to enjoy a relaxed atmosphere that is a little different from the usual battles, and you can see a new side of the characters. There are also mishaps such as slips, so it is full of laughs and healing, so please give it a watch.

This work is packed with many elements, including the personalities and relationships of the characters, beautiful animation, and attractive music. It is recommended not only for fans of the Koihime series, but also for those who like beautiful girl anime and works based on the Romance of the Three Kingdoms. The setting of a vacation on a southern island allows you to enjoy a relaxing atmosphere that is a little different from the usual battles, and you can see a new side of the characters. There are also mishaps such as slip-ups, so it is full of laughs and healing, so please give it a watch.