Break Blade Chapter 6: The Fortress of Lamentations - Exploring the moving climax and profound themes

Break Blade Chapter 6: The Fortress of Lamentations - A deeply moving and fierce battle climax

"Break Blade Chapter 6: The Fort of Lamentations" is the final chapter of the animated film series based on the original manga by Yoshinaga Yunosuke, and was released on March 26, 2011. This chapter is an important episode that marks the climax of the entire series, and is also the moment when the entire story comes together. Here, we will take a deeper look at the appeal and highlights of this work, as well as the background and production details of the work.

■Released media and original work

The "Break Blade" series was released to audiences in theaters. The original is a manga by Yoshinaga Yuunosuke, serialized in FlexComix's "Blood". While faithfully recreating the worldview and character settings of the original, the expressive power of animation brings out new charms.

■Release date and distributor

The film was released on March 26, 2011, and was distributed by Clockworks. The Eirin number is 118743, the film is 52 minutes long, and has one episode. In order to depict the climax of the story in this short time, a meticulous structure and direction were required.

■Director and production staff

The general director was Amino Tetsuro, and the director was Habara Nobuyoshi. The screenplay was written by Togawa Seiji, the character design was Norita Takushi, the mechanic design was Yanase Takayuki, and the mechanic director was Matsumura Takuya. The prop designs were by Yamada Takahiro and Edamatsu Sei, the art direction was Kohama Toshihiro (Biho), the color design was Sekimoto Mitsuko, the director of photography was Funakura Kazuaki, the editor was Ito Junichi (J Film), the music was Hirano Yoshihisa, the sound director was Tsuruoka Yota, the sound effects were Kurahashi Hiromune (Soundbox), and the sound was Yano Satoshi. The animation was done by Production IG and XEBEC, and the production was handled by the "Break Blade" Production Committee (Bandai Visual, Lantis, Hakuhodo DY Media Partners, Flex Comics, Fields, Production IG, XEBEC). The copyright belongs to Yoshinaga Yunosuke, Flex Comics, and the "Break Blade" Production Committee.

■ Story

As the threat of the Bolcus Battalion looms, Sigyn believes that Rygat will survive and forges new weapons for the Delphing. As the all-out attack on Binonten finally begins, the Delphing puts on new armor and transforms into its final form. Meeting friends, nurturing time, and then parting... Even if the time that has passed cannot be recaptured, the end must be reached. Carrying the hopes of all the people, Rygat rises up to face Bolcus in his final battle.

■Explanation

The continent of Curzon is a world where fossil fuels cannot be extracted from the ground. The people who live there have chosen the "power" that resides in the hands of people as a power source to move things. Anyone can give "commands" to "quartz" extracted from the ground, although the strength varies, and people call this power "magic." In such a world, Rygart, a rare "being without magical power," is summoned by his schoolmate and king, Hozul, to the royal capital, where he learns a shocking truth... Rygart, Sigyn, Hozul, and Zeth once studied together and were bound by a strong friendship. The whirlpool of war mercilessly engulfs the four of them.

■Cast

・Rygart Arrow/Soichiro Hoshi・Sigyn Erster/Chiwa Saito・Hozul (Krishna IX)/Yuichi Nakamura・Zeth/Hiroshi Kamiya・Cleo Surbrah/Kana Hanazawa・Li/Yuko Kaida・Elect/Hideyuki Umezu・Argus/Kenji Takahashi・Narvi Stryze/Marina Inoue・Jillgu/Kosuke Toriumi・Niall Stryze/Minoru Shiraishi・Login G. Gulf Ensance/Tomoya Kawai・Baldo/Masashi Sugawara・Tur/Kenichi Ogata・Sakura/Nanaho Katsuragi・Regatts/Masumi Asano・Borcus/Kazuya Nakai・Io/Takuma Terashima・Nike/Ryoko Shiraishi・Rokis/Takaya Hashi・Leto/Eri Kitamura・Badeth/Hayashi Wara Aires / Takahisa Takagi Leda / Nozomi Sasaki Greta / Kikuko Inoue

■ Main staff

・Original story by Yunosuke Yoshinaga (serialized in FlexComix Blood)
・General Director / Tetsuro Amino ・Director / Nobuyoshi Habara ・Scriptwriter / Seiji Togawa ・Character Design / Takushi Norita ・Mechanic Design / Takayuki Yanase ・Mechanic Director / Takuya Matsumura ・Prop Design / Takahiro Yamada, Sei Edamatsu ・Art Director / Toshihiro Kohama (Biho)
・Color design: Mitsuko Sekimoto ・Director of photography: Kazuaki Funakura ・Editing: Junichi Ito (J Film)
・Music: Yoshihisa Hirano ・Sound Director: Yota Tsuruoka ・Sound Effects: Hiromune Kurahashi (Soundbox)
・Sound recording: Satoshi Yano ・Animation production: Production IG, XEBEC
Produced by: "Break Blade" Production Committee Distributed by: Clockworks

■ Main Characters

■Kingdom of Kushurina, Rygart Arrow Gender: Male Age: 25 Height: 174cm Country: Kingdom of Kushurina A "useless" being, said to be one in a million, who possesses absolutely no magical power. Because of this, he is unable to give orders to quartz, and is unable to control anything powered by quartz ligaments. He was despised for not having magical power, but he accidentally appeared in Delphin, buried in quartz, and it was discovered that he was the only one who could operate it. From there, the gears of fate began to turn... He is an old friend of Hozul, Sigyn, and Zest from their days at the Assam National Military Academy.
Sigyn Elstel Gender: Female Age: 25 Height: 158cm Country: Kingdom of Kushlina Queen of the Kingdom of Krishna. Wife of Hozul. A top-class magical engineer, she is always working on improving golems, and is especially devoting her energy to uncovering the mystery of Delphin. She seems to lack a certain awareness and amiability as a queen. She is an old friend of Rygart, Hozul, and Zeth from their days at the Assam National Military Academy.
・Hozrul (Krishna IX)
Gender: Male Age: 25 Height: 193cm Country: Kushlina Kingdom The king of the Krishna Kingdom. He is trusted by the people due to his good personality, which is unusual for a king. He summons Rygat to the royal capital of Binonten, where they meet again for the first time in four years and ask him to help with Delphing's research. During the Assam Kingdom's coup d'état, he uses military exercises to allow Orlando's forces to pass through his territory. As a result, he is seen as siding with Orlando and is invaded by the Athens Federation. He is an old friend of Rygat, Sigyn, and Zest from their days at the Assam National Military Academy.
Narvi Strize Gender: Female Age: 24 Height: 165cm Rank: First Class Heavy Knight Country: Kingdom of Kushlina A first class heavy knight and special tactical advisor to General Tur. While attending the Kingdom's Central Military Training Academy, she achieved great success, including coming in at the top of the Senior Tactical Officer mock exam, but at the time commoners were not allowed to take the actual exam. Her achievements include suppressing rebellions, defeating bandits, and winning a royal tournament once.
Niall Strize Gender: Male Age: 25 Rank: First-class heavy knight Country: Kingdom of Kushlina The older brother of Narvi, he grew up in an orphanage, just like his sister. He is an expert spearman, specializing in close combat. He is not good at writing. His rank is a first-class heavy knight. He can be a bit soft-spoken in everyday life, but he is calm and cautious when it comes to fighting.
Login G Gulf Ensance Gender: Male Age: 28 Rank: First Class Heavy Knight Country: Kingdom of Kushlina A member of aristocratic family, he holds the rank of First Class Heavy Knight. He is a rare golem rider and sniper capable of using a long-range press gun that is prone to malfunctions. Although he is a noble, he sided with the commoners three years ago when the noble alliance was on the verge of starting a civil war, just like Generals Balto and Tur.
Baldo Gender: Male Rank: General Country: Kingdom of Kushlina One of the two greatest generals of the Kingdom of Krishna, Baldo is a high-ranking magical warrior who rides a golem himself and leads the charge. As a general, he is a calm and collected man who excels at judging situations and taking action according to the state of battle, but he can also act boldly at times.
Tur Gender: Male Rank: General Country: Kingdom of Kushlina He is known as one of the two great generals of Krishna along with General Baldr. He leads the "Draupnir Heavy Knights." He established and runs an orphanage in Binonten using his own money.
Sakura Gender: Female Rank: Captain of the Royal Guard Battalion Country: Kingdom of Kushurina Responsible for the defense of the royal capital. Becomes Rygat's combat instructor. A close-combat specialist who can use the heaviest multi-layered shield and the slashing sword "East Scimitar."
Legatts Gender: Male Country: Kingdom of Kushurina Younger brother of Rygart. Like his older brother, he does not have magical powers. He lived with Rygart on the outskirts of a village near Mount Pegu.
Jiguru Gender: Male Country: Kingdom of Kushlina The only son of General Bardo. A year ago, he was imprisoned for killing a comrade during training without reason, but was released and joined the First Independent Squadron (Millennil Corps) when it was founded. He has the ability to master the captured and modified Artemis in just one week. He can use the slashing sword "Easter Scimitar".
Erza: Gender: Female Rank: Company Commander Country: Kingdom of Kushurina Serving as a company commander under General Barto. An excellent high-ranking magical warrior who pilots her own blue Fafnir and wields two press guns.
■Athenes Federation, Zeth Gender: Male Age: 25 Height: 182cm Rank: Captain of the Valkiures Unit Nation: Athens Federation The captain of the Athens Federation Army's assault unit, the Valkiures Unit, which is made up of the latest lightweight golem, Artemis. He is a "genius thaumaturgist", but hates fighting more than most. The younger brother of Secretary General Lokis, commander-in-chief of the Athens Federation Army. He is an old friend of Rygat, Hozul, and Sigyn from their days at Assam National Military Academy. He is attempting to take over Kushurina, which is ruled by Hozul.
Cleo Sarbrah Gender: Female Age: 12 Height: 153cm Rank: Member of the Valkiures Corps Country: Athens Federation A member of the Athens Federation Army's assault force, the Valkiures Corps, which is equipped with the latest lightweight golem, Artemis. It took even Zeth a week to break in Artemis, but she completed the break-in in just one day. It is also capable of long-term operation. The only daughter of the prestigious Sarbrah family, a military clique, and a classmate of Lii at the Ioris Federation Military Academy. She was a dropout who always spent her time reading fortunes with cards, but because she was able to control Artemis, she was allowed to graduate in two years as an exception along with Lii.
Elect Gender: Male Rank: Vice Captain of the Valkyries Unit Affiliation: Athens Federation Vice Captain of the Athens Federation's assault force, the Valkyries Unit, made up of the latest lightweight golem, Artemis. Former military doctor.
Lii Gender: Female Age: 17 Height: 161cm Rank: Walkyures Corps Member Country: Athens Federation A member of the Athens Federation Army's assault force, the Walkyures Corps, which is made up of the latest lightweight golem, Artemis. She has a tomboyish personality and is a classmate of Cleo at the Ilios Federation Military Academy. Because she was able to control Artemis, which has complex power controls, she was allowed to graduate in just two years as an exception to join the Walkyures Corps, even though it would normally take as little as six years to graduate.
Argus Gender: Male Rank: Member of the Valkiures Unit Nation: Athens Federation A member of the Athens Federation Army's assault unit, the Valkiures Unit, which is made up of the latest lightweight golem, Artemis.
Lokis Gender: Male Age: 45 Rank: Secretary General/Commander-in-Chief Country: Athens Federation Commander-in-Chief of the Athens Federation Army and the older brother of Zeth. He decides to launch a military invasion of the Krishna Kingdom and presents harsh conditions for peace, including the execution of all members of the Krishna royal family.
Bolcus Gender: Male Age: 45 Rank: General Country: Athens Federation Graduated second in his class from the Ilios Federal Military Academy. He has twice put down rebellions in Bergen, located in the northern part of the Athens Federation. He has also taken advantage of the civil war to seize control of Assam, a glorious military feat. He has a high rate of soldiers returning from each battle, and is highly trusted by his subordinates. On the other hand, many in the country's upper echelons are skeptical of his harsh actions.
Io Gender: Male Rank: Colonel Country: Athens Federation A colonel in the Athens Federation Army. He was discovered by Borcus during the independence movement of the northern territory of Bergen and became his subordinate. He is well liked by his subordinate Nike. He pilots the golem "Troia."
Nike Gender: Female Age: 25 Country: Athens Federation Subordinate of General Bolcus. Despite her childish appearance, she is teased as a "25-year-old underdeveloped old hag," but she is ruthless enough to make an enemy's corpse a public spectacle. She pilots the golem "Giratos."
Leto Gender: Female Affiliation: Athens Federation A subordinate of General Bolcus and an aide to Colonel Io. She pilots a Radun equipped with a long press gun capable of long-distance sniping.
Reda Gender: Female Country: Athens Federation Daughter of General Borcus, she can play the violin and will soon be competing in the Federation String Instrument Competition. She secretly has feelings for Colonel Io.
Bades: Gender: Male Rank: Chief General's Assistant Affiliation: Athens Federation A subordinate of General Borcus and aide to the chief general. Pilots the golem "Beltebone."
Aires Gender: Male Rank: Assistant General Affiliation: Athens Federation An assistant to General Bolcus. Pilots the golem "Dragia."
■Orlando Greta Gender: Female Country: Orlando A trader from Orlando who procures huge, high-hardness quartz at Sigyn's request.

■ Theme songs and music

・OP1
・"Fate"
・Song: KOKIA
・ED1
・"SERIOUS-AGE"
・Fairan

■The appeal and highlights of the work

"Break Blade Chapter 6: Fort of Lamentations" is the climax of the series and is packed with many attractions and highlights. Below, we will explain the details.

1. Fierce battle scenes

The biggest highlight of this work is undoubtedly the spectacular battle scenes. In particular, the battle between the Delphing piloted by Rygart and the Bolcus Battalion is visually very impactful. The technical capabilities of Production IG and XEBEC are fully demonstrated, and the movements and battle scenes of the Golems, created by mechanic designer Yanase Takayuki, are realistic and powerful. In particular, the battle with the Delphing in its final form, clad in its new armor, is a sight to behold and can be said to be the culmination of the series.

2. A profound human drama

The "Break Blade" series focuses not only on mecha action, but also on human drama. In particular, Chapter 6 depicts friendship and love, as well as the conflicts and determination that arise during battle. The friendship between Rygart, Sigyn, Hozul, and Zest has been depicted throughout the series, but Chapter 6 depicts many moments in which that friendship is put to the test. In addition, the final battle with Bolcus strongly conveys Rygart's growth and resolve, deeply moving the audience.

3. Music and Theme Song

Music is also an important element that enhances the appeal of this work. Yoshihisa Hirano's music enhances the tension and dramatic developments of the battle scenes. In addition, KOKIA's "Fate" and Faylan's "SERIOUS-AGE" are the opening and ending songs, respectively, deepening the worldview of the work. In particular, "Fate" is loved by many fans as a song that symbolizes Rygart's theme of destiny and battle.

■Production background and details

The "Break Blade" series was created based on the original manga by Yunosuke Yoshinaga. While faithfully recreating the world view and character settings of the original, the expressive power of animation brings out new charm. Below, we will explain the background and details of the production.

1. Relationship to the original work

The original manga was serialized in FlexComix Blood and gained many fans. The animated series is based on the original work, faithfully recreating the story and characters of the original while bringing out new appeal with the expressive power that only animation can provide. In particular, Chapter 6 depicts the climax of the original work, making it a must-see for fans of the original work.

2. The production staff's commitment

General Director Tetsuro Amino and Director Nobuyoshi Habara respected the worldview of the original work while pursuing the expressive power that only animation can provide. In particular, mechanic designer Takayuki Yanase was particular about the design of the Golems, realizing realistic and powerful battle scenes. Character designer Takushi Norita also focused on designs that brought out the individuality of the characters, enhancing the visual appeal.

3. Sound and Music

Sound director Yota Tsuruoka and composer Yoshihisa Hirano focused on the sound and music to deepen the worldview of the work. In particular, the sound effects in the battle scenes play an important role in further enhancing the visual impact. Yoshihisa Hirano's music also enhances the dramatic developments and leaves a deep impression on the audience.

■ Recommendations and ratings

"Break Blade Chapter 6: Fort of Lamentations" has been recommended by many fans as a work that allows you to enjoy both mecha action and human drama. Below, we will explain the recommendation and evaluation.

1. Recommended for fans of mecha action

For fans of mecha action, the "Break Blade" series is a must-watch. In particular, Chapter 6 depicts the battle in the final form of Delphin wearing a new type of armor, which is full of visual impact and power. In addition, Production IG and XEBEC's technical capabilities are fully demonstrated, allowing you to enjoy realistic and powerful battle scenes.

2. Recommended for fans of human drama

For fans of human drama, the "Break Blade" series is also an appealing work. In particular, the sixth chapter depicts friendship and love, as well as the conflicts and determination that arise during the battle, deeply moving the audience. In addition, Rygart's growth and determination are strongly felt, and the story reaches a perfect ending as a climax.

3. Recommended for fans of music and theme songs

The "Break Blade" series is also a fascinating work for fans of music and theme songs. In particular, KOKIA's "Fate" and Faylan's "SERIOUS-AGE" decorate the opening and ending themes, respectively, deepening the worldview of the work. In addition, Yoshihisa Hirano's music enhances the tension and dramatic development of the battle scenes, deeply moving the audience.

Conclusion

"Break Blade Chapter 6: Fort of Lamentations" is recommended by many fans as a work that allows you to enjoy both mecha action and human drama. This work is filled with fierce battle scenes, deep human drama, and the charm of music and theme songs, making it a worthy climax of the series. Please experience the excitement at the theater.