The appeal and evaluation of the "Tono to Issho" comic book bundle edition

"Tono to Issho Comic Bundle": A comedy anime that brings out the new charm of Sengoku warlords

■ Public Media

OVA

■ Original Media

comics

■ Release date

August 23, 2010 *The anime DVD "Tono to Issho 1.5" included in the limited edition of the 5th volume of "Tono to Issho"

■Release and sales

・Publisher: Gathering ・Distributor: Media Factory

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

Ohbakai

■ Director

Mankyu

■ Production

Produced by: Gathering Produced by: Tono to Production Committee (Media Factory, Gathering, Yomiuri TV, Frontier Works)

■Works

©2010 Kai Ohba, Media Factory, Tono and Production Committee

■ Story

Gags and handsome guys★Many rivals!!

A four-panel comic about warlords of the Sengoku period, which is rapidly gaining in popularity, drawn by Kai Ohba, has been turned into an OVA by a team of elite staff from the comedy anime world. The strange eyepatch-inventing maniac Date Masamune, the arsonist Oda Nobunaga, etc. ... This will destroy the Japanese view of warlords of the Sengoku period that has been built up over the years by Ryotaro Shiba and historical dramas!!

*Quoted from Bandai Channel

■Explanation

The Sanada and Asakura families appear in a completely new anime!
Limited edition now available!

The members of the Sanada family will be played by the cast members of the popular drama CD!
Honda Tadakatsu also makes his first appearance!
And Miyano Mamoru will be playing the role of Asakura Yoshikage!
A star-studded cast is featured.

*Quoted from Amazon

■Cast

・Sanada Nobuyuki/Kishio Daisuke ・Komatsu-dono/Kobayashi Yuu ・Sanada Masayuki/Ito Kentaro ・Honda Tadakatsu/Sakamoto Yorimitsu ・Asakura Yoshikage/Miyano Mamoru

■ Main staff

・Original Story: Kai Ohba・Director, Script, Storyboard: Mankyu・Chief Animation Director: Minoru Takehara・Key Animation: Aki Watanabe, Masayo Yokoyama・Music Production: Frontier Works・Music: Keiichi Sugiyama・Produced by: Gathering・Produced by: Tono to Seisakuki Committee (Media Factory, Gathering, Yomiuri TV, Frontier Works)

■ Related works

・Tono to Issho ・Tono to Issho 1 Minute Theatre ・Tono to Issho ~Eyepatch Ambition~
・With GACKT 2

The appeal and evaluation of "Tono to Issho Comic Bundle"

"Tono to Issho Comic Bundle" is an OVA based on the popular four-panel comic "Tono to Issho" by Kai Ohba. This work depicts the warlords of the Sengoku period from a humorous perspective, bringing out a new charm that overturns the conventional view of history. Below, we will explain in detail the appeal and evaluation of this work.

A fusion of comedy and handsome men

The greatest appeal of "Tono to Issho Comic Bundle" is its fusion of comedy and handsome men. The Sengoku warlords show a humorous side that is not usually seen in historical dramas or novels, providing fresh surprises to viewers. For example, scenes in which Date Masamune becomes obsessed with inventing an eyepatch and Oda Nobunaga is portrayed as an arsonist not only elicit laughs, but also delve deeper into the humanity of the warlords. These comedy elements allow viewers to enjoy the work in a relaxed mood.

A stellar cast

The cast of this work is also not to be missed. It is a stellar cast of voice actors, including Daisuke Kishio as Sanada Nobuyuki, Yu Kobayashi as Komatsudono, Kentaro Ito as Sanada Masayuki, Yorimitsu Sakamoto as Honda Tadakatsu, and Mamoru Miyano as Asakura Yoshikage. These voice actors bring out the best in each character, further enhancing the appeal of the work. In particular, Mamoru Miyano's role as Yoshikage Asakura leaves a strong impression on viewers and enriches the worldview of the work.

The production staff's commitment

The production staff of this work is also impressive. Mankyu, who was in charge of direction, scriptwriting and storyboarding, is known as a gag anime veteran, and his skills are on full display in this work. The teamwork between animation director Takehara Minoru and key animators Watanabe Aki and Yokoyama Masayo is also excellent, with the movements and expressions of the characters carefully drawn down to the smallest detail. The music by Frontier Works and Sugiyama Keiichi, who were in charge of music production, is also an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the work.

The appeal of limited editions

"Tono to Issho Comic Bundle" was released as an anime DVD "Tono to Issho 1.5" bundled with the limited edition of the fifth volume of "Tono to Issho". This limited edition contains a completely new anime, featuring the Sanada and Asakura clans. The appeal of the limited edition is that it allows you to enjoy new episodes and characters that cannot be seen in the regular work. In particular, the fact that the voice actors who played the members of the Sanada clan, who were well received in the drama CD, have reunited and new characters Honda Tadakatsu and Asakura Yoshikage have appeared is a big attraction for fans.

Collaboration with related works

"Tono to Issho Comic Bundle" is closely linked to other related works. By linking with other works in the "Tono to Issho" series and works that share the same worldview, such as "GACKT to Issho 2," viewers can immerse themselves more deeply in the world of the work. By enjoying these related works, you will be able to discover new charms and humorous sides of the Sengoku warlords.

Viewer reactions and ratings

"Tono to Issho Comic Bundle" has been highly praised by viewers. In particular, the combination of comedy elements and handsome warlords is fresh, and viewers can enjoy laughter and emotion at the same time. The attention to detail of the stellar cast and production staff has also increased viewer satisfaction. The new episodes and characters in the limited edition are also a big attraction for fans, and many viewers watch it repeatedly.

Recommended points

"Tono to Issho Comic Bundle" is a comedy anime that brings out the new charm of the Sengoku warlords, and is recommended to a wide range of viewers. It is especially recommended for the following viewers:

• People who like gag anime
• People who are interested in Sengoku warlords
• People who want to enjoy the attention to detail of the gorgeous cast and production staff
• People who want to enjoy new episodes and characters in the limited edition
• People who want to enjoy linking with related works

This work not only offers a chance to laugh and be moved at the same time, but also to discover new charms of Sengoku warlords. Please give it a watch.