Campione! ~The Battle of the Gods and the Power of the Demon King~: A fascinating story and character exploration

Campione! ~Rebellious Gods and the God-Slaying Demon King~

The 2012 TV anime series Campione!: Rebellious Gods and the God-Slaying Demon Lord is based on a light novel by Taketsuki Jo. The original work was published by Shueisha Super Dash Bunko, with illustrations by Sikorsky. It was also serialized in Super Dash & Go!. The anime aired on AT-X and other networks from July 6 to September 28, 2012, and consists of 13 episodes. It was directed by Kusakawa Keizo and animated by Diomedea. Copyright belongs to Taketsuki Jo, Sikorsky, Shueisha, and the Campione! Production Committee.

story

"Campione!" is set in modern-day Japan. One day, the protagonist, Kusanagi Godou, suddenly awakens as a "Campione" with the power to slay gods. Campiones fight gods and gain power by stealing their powers. In his battles with the gods, Godou meets many different people and grows as a person. Beautiful heroines gather around him, and he begins his days of fighting gods alongside them.

character

Kusanagi Godo

The main character, Kusanagi Godou, is a young man who goes from being an ordinary high school student to becoming a Campione. Although he has gained the power to fight against the gods, he does not like fighting and desires peace. However, fighting against the gods is unavoidable, and he gradually becomes adept at using his power. Godou's personality is portrayed as one in which he has a strong sense of justice and cares for his comrades. His growth and fighting style are at the center of the story.

Erica Brandelli

Erica is a member of the Italian magician's division, the Red Copper Black Cross, and Godou's partner. She is a beautiful woman with great fighting ability, and she fights alongside Godou while supporting him. Erica is strong-willed and confident, and she takes an aggressive approach towards Godou. Her presence has a major impact not only on Godou's battles, but on the entire story.

Liliana Kranjcar

Liliana is a member of the Bulgarian magician's order "Bronze Black Cross" and Erica's rival. She also fights alongside Godou as his partner. Liliana is calm and intelligent, and in contrast to Erica, she has a modest personality. However, she also has special feelings for Godou, and their relationship adds excitement to the story.

Athena

Athena is an ancient Greek goddess and appears as Godou's first enemy. She is the goddess of wisdom and war, and tests his strength in her battle with Godou. Athena's character is portrayed as both a god with dignity and an interest in humans, and her relationship with Godou is an important element of the story.

Anime Rating

"Campione!" was supported by many fans as an anime based on a light novel. In particular, the storyline, which depicted battles with gods and relationships with the heroines, was an element that drew viewers in. The quality of the character designs and battle scenes were also highly praised. However, some viewers expressed dissatisfaction with the differences from the original and the development of the story. Overall, "Campione!" is a fascinating work with a world view where myth and modernity intersect, and a story woven by fascinating characters.

Recommended points

The reasons why we recommend "Campione!" are as follows:

A fusion of myth and modernity

The greatest appeal of "Campione!" is its worldview where mythology and modern times intersect. The scenes in which ancient gods appear in modern Japan and fight the main character, Kusanagi Godou, provide viewers with a fresh surprise. In addition, the gods' backgrounds and abilities are depicted in detail, which can also serve as an opportunity to deepen your interest in mythology.

Charming characters

The characters, including the main character Kusanagi Godou, are all unique and attractive. In particular, the beauty and fighting abilities of the heroines, as well as the relationship that depicts their special feelings for Godou, draw viewers in. Also, the sight of Godou growing as he fights against the gods evokes empathy from viewers.

Quality of the fight scenes

The battle scenes in "Campione!" are depicted on an epic scale, as they are battles against the gods. The technical capabilities of Diomedea, the animation studio, shine through and create a visual impact. In particular, the scene where Godou steals the powers of the gods leaves a strong impression on the viewer.

Related Titles

The following works are related to "Campione!"

Light novel

The original light novel is the "Campione!" series by Jou Taketsuki. It is completed in 21 volumes and features Sikorsky's illustrations. By reading the original work, you can learn more about the story and character backgrounds that were not depicted in the anime.

Comical adaptation

"Campione!" has also been made into a manga. The manga version is based on the original story, and the character designs and battle scenes have a different appeal from the anime. By reading the manga version, you can enjoy the story from a different perspective than the original and anime.

summary

"Campione! ~Rebellious Gods and the God-Slaying Demon King~" is a fascinating work with a world view where myth and modern times intersect, and a story woven by attractive characters. The story of the main character, Kusanagi Godou, who grows as he fights the gods, and his relationship with the heroines, draws viewers in. The quality of the battle scenes is also high, making a visual impact. "Campione!" is a work recommended for fans of myth and fantasy. You can understand the story more deeply by enjoying the original light novel and manga versions as well.