Busou Shinki: A fusion of attractive mecha design and deep story

"Busou Shinki" - A story of dreams and battles

"Busou Shinki" is a TV anime series that began airing on October 5, 2012, and Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd. has produced toys based on the original work. This work depicts robots called Shinkis fighting alongside their masters, and has themes of dreams, friendship, and growth. Below, we will introduce detailed information and the appeal of this work.

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

Toys

■ Broadcast period

October 5, 2012 - January 1, 2013

■ Broadcast time change

• TBS: Scheduled to air on Thursday, December 13th at 2:29am (delayed by 34 minutes)
• TBS: Scheduled to air on Thursday, December 20th at 2:22am (delayed by 27 minutes)

■Broadcasting station

TBS, MBS, CBC, BS-TBS

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 13

■Original Story

Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd.

■ Director

Yasuhito Kikuchi

■ Production

Animation Production: Eightbit

■Cast

• Ann/Asumi Kana
• Hina/Miri Chihara
• Ines/Kaori Mizuhashi
• Rene/Megumi Nakajima
• Clara/Emiri Kato
• Masato/Mizushima Hirotaka

■ Main staff

• Original work: Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd.
• Director: Yasuhito Kikuchi
• Series Composition: Masahiro Yokotani
• Character design: Takahiro Kishida, Ryoma Ebata
• Chief animation director: Ryoma Ebata
• CGI Director: Eiji Inomoto (orange)
• Art Director: Megumi Kato (Biho)
• Color design/Tomomi Murakami (Hiwa)
• Director of photography: Kazuya Arahata
• Edited by MADBOX
• Sound Director: Satoki Iida
• Music by Tetsuro Oda
• Sound Production: Ducks Production
• Music Production: Pony Canyon
• Animation Production: Eightbit

■ Main Characters

■Main Characters

• Anne
  (CV: Asumi Kana) A Shinki called "Angel-type Arnval Mk.2". She is reliable, serious, and kind-hearted, but she can also be a bit clumsy. She has been with her master, Masato, longer than the other Shinkis, so she is highly trusted by him.
• Chick
  (CV: Minori Chihara) A goddess known as the "Demon Straf Mk.2". She has a very cool personality and enjoys fighting. She keeps her distance from Ann, Ines, and Rene, and has an aura that keeps others away. One day, she is sent to Masato's house as a monitor.
• Ines
  (CV: Mizuhashi Kaori) A goddess known as the "Valkyrie-type Alto Ines." She is also the sister unit of Altren. Although she has a boyish appearance, she also has a cute side to her, as she is jealous of Ann and Rihito's relationship. She is a tomboyish goddess.
• Rene
  (CV: Megumi Nakajima) A goddess known as the "Valkyrie-type Altreene." She is also the sister unit of Alto Ines. She is honest, goes at her own pace, and has a somewhat naive personality. She works hard for her master, but her misaligned knowledge often leads to unexpected results.
• Masato
  (CV: Mizushima Daichu) Master of Ann, Hina, Aires, and Rene. A first-year high school student. He has a generous and kind personality. His skills in programming visualizers and maintaining Shinkis are at a high level. He has trouble waking up and is often late, which is a flaw.

■ Sub-characters

• Clara is a Shinki known as the "Siren-type Euclante." She was the runner-up in last year's Shinki Battle World Championship. She has a strong sense of responsibility, and has formed a vigilante group to patrol the town herself. She lives near the Masato family and often accompanies Ann and her friends.
• Tamami is a goddess known as the "Cat-type Maochao." She lives with Pochii in the room next to the Masato family home. She has a childlike, mischievous personality, and is always picking fights with Ann and her friends.
• Pochii is a goddess known as the "Dog-type Howling". She lives with Tamami in the room next to the Masato family home. She is always plotting pranks with Tamami, but sometimes she also has a caring side.
• Arc A Shinki known as a "High Speed ​​Trike Arc". After a certain incident, she is on a journey with Ida to find her destined Master. She has a strong sense of justice and a passionate personality.
• Eda A goddess known as "High Maneuver Battlelike Eda." After a certain incident, she is on a journey with Ark to find her destined master. She has a proud, assertive, and elegant lady-like personality.
• Marie Takigawa Celes A Shinki known as "Tentacle-type Marie Celes." She serves as the commentator at many Shinki events, and livens up the venue with her cute way of speaking and the occasional sharp remark.
• Sister Ea A Shinki known as the "Mermaid-type Eaneira." She acts as a commentator at many Shinki events together with Marie. Her gentle tone and somewhat off-beat commentary unintentionally lightens the mood at the venue.
• Zerulchi A goddess known as the "Firearm-type Zernograd". She can't leave people in trouble alone, and has a refreshing smile that is her charm. She usually lives apart from her master, and lives in his helmet.
• Fuki is a goddess known as the "Ninja Fubuki." She is silent but modest, and loyal to her master. One gloomy, rainy summer day, she sneaks up to the Masato family to accomplish her goal...
• Orbel A goddess known as the "Swordsman-type Orbeln." Due to certain circumstances, she lives with Zeal in the Underground Empire. With her unwavering beliefs and kind, noble personality, she is loved by the goddesses she lives with as their leader.
• Zeal A goddess known as the "Swordsman Zealbern." Due to certain circumstances, she lives with Orvel in the Underground Empire. She doesn't say much and seems unfriendly at first glance, but she shares the same beliefs as Orvel and is his partner who continues to support him.
• Iris is a Shinki known as the "Demon Nightmare Type Valona." Her master is the Shinki collector "Shindo," and she lives with many Shinki. She especially adores Victoria, the Straaf Mk.2, like an older sister.
• Tsugaru Santa Maria A Shinki known as the "Santa Claus-type Tsugaru." She pulls a sled with her transformed weapon, the "Reindeer Buster," and distributes presents at Christmas. She takes pride in her job of delivering dreams.

■Subtitle

• Episode 1: "I Found Something Important."
• Episode 2: "The secret ingredient is the scent of gunpowder"
• Episode 3: "Clash! Battle Trike"
• Episode 4: "It's a Race! Around the Park"
• Episode 5: "Nagisa's Swimsuit Armor"
• Episode 6: "Attention Please! We're Heading to Hell"
• Episode 7: "The visitor comes with the sound of rain..."
• Episode 8: "Somewhere One Day"
• Episode 9: "Leine's Underground Empire Wars"
• Episode 10: "Christmas Song for You"
• Episode 11: "Tonight it's decided! Who is the strongest Shinki?!"
• Episode 12: Don't Say Goodbye
• Episode 13: "Install x Dream"

■ Theme songs and music

• OP1
  "Install x Dream"
  Sung by: Ann, Hina, Ines, Rene (CV: Kana Asumi, Minori Chihara, Kaori Mizuhashi, Megumi Nakajima)
  Lyrics: Tetsuro Oda Composition: Tetsuro Oda Arrangement: Tetsuro Oda
• ED1
  "Sun Sign"
  Song: azusa

The appeal and evaluation of "Busou Shinki"

"Busou Shinki" is a work that depicts robots called Shinkis fighting alongside their masters. Each Shinki has a unique character, and it is fascinating to see them grow throughout the story. Below, we will take a closer look at the appeal and reviews of this work.

Character Appeal

The greatest appeal of Busou Shinki is its unique characters. The main characters Ann, Hina, Ines, and Rene each have different personalities and are shown to grow throughout the story. Ann is a reliable and serious character, but she can also be a bit clumsy, making her an easy character for viewers to relate to. Hina is cool and enjoys fighting, and is memorable for keeping her distance from the other Shinkis. Ines has a boyish appearance, but also has a cute side as she is jealous of Ann and Rihito's relationship. Rene is an honest and laid-back character, and although her skewed knowledge can sometimes lead to unexpected results, her innocent side is endearing.

The supporting characters are also fascinating, with each character's individuality adding excitement to the story, such as Clara's strong sense of responsibility, Tamami and Pochi's mischievous personalities, and Ark and Ida's sense of justice. The story is enriched by the charms of each character, such as Marie and Ia's commentary and commentary, Zerul's refreshing smile, Fuki's silent personality, Orvel and Zeal's convictions, Iris' sisterly love, and the pride in the work of delivering Tsugaru's dream.

The appeal of the story

The story of Busou Shinki depicts the Shinkis fighting alongside their Masters, with themes of dreams, friendship, and growth. Episode 1, "I Found Something Precious," depicts Ann meeting Masato and fighting to fulfill her mission as a Shinki. Episode 2, "The Secret Flavor is the Smell of Gunpowder," depicts the relationship between Ann and Hina deepening as Hina is sent to Masato's house. Episode 3, "Clash! Battle Trike," depicts the start of the battle between the Shinkis as Ark and Ida appear. Episode 4, "Race! Around the Park," depicts the friendship between the Shinkis deepening as Ines and Rene appear. Episode 5, "Swimsuit Armor on the Beach," depicts the Shinkis fighting in their swimsuit armor. Episode 6, "Attention Please! This Unit is Heading to Hell," reveals Hina's past and depicts her growth. In episode 7, "Visitors Come with the Rain...", Fuki appears and the Shinkis' battle intensifies. In episode 8, "Somewhere One Day", the Shinkis' daily lives are depicted, and the story unfolds in a familiar way to the viewers. In episode 9, "Leine's Underground Empire War", Leine fights in the Underground Empire. In episode 10, "A Christmas Song for You", Tsugaru appears and the Shinkis celebrate Christmas. In episode 11, "Tonight's Decision! Who is the Strongest Shinki?!", the battle between the Shinkis reaches its climax and the strongest Shinki is decided. In episode 12, "Don't Say Goodbye", the Shinkis' farewell is depicted, leaving viewers in awe. In episode 13, "Install x Dream", the Shinkis' dreams are depicted coming true, and the story comes to an end.

The charm of animation

Busou Shinki's animation features high-quality drawings and CGI by Eightbit. Character designs are by Takahiro Kishida and Ryouma Ebata, with Ryouma Ebata serving as chief animation director. CGI director is Eiji Inomoto, and art direction is by Megumi Kato. Color design is by Tomomi Murakami, and cinematography is by Kazuya Arahata. Editing is by MADBOX, and sound direction is by Satoki Iida. Music is by Tetsuro Oda, with sound production by Dax Production. Music production is by Pony Canyon.

The animation, created by the collaboration of these staff members, depicts the Shinki's battles and daily lives in a realistic way, moving viewers. In particular, the Shinki's battle scenes are drawn using CGI, making for powerful images. The Shinki's daily life scenes are also carefully drawn, making for a story that viewers can easily relate to.

The appeal of music

The music for Busou Shinki is composed by Tetsuro Oda. The opening theme, "Install x Dream," is sung by Ann, Hina, Ines, and Rene, and has impressive lyrics and a melody that express the dreams and friendship of the Shinkis. The ending theme, "Sign of the Sun," is sung by azusa, and has moving lyrics and a melody that express the growth and farewells of the Shinkis. These songs are important elements that bring out the theme of the story.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Busou Shinki" has been praised for its unique characters, fascinating story, and high quality animation and music. In particular, the story that depicts the Shinkis' growth and friendship has left a deep impression on viewers. The Shinkis' battle scenes are powerful and have the power to draw viewers in. Furthermore, the Shinkis' daily life scenes are also carefully depicted, making for a story that is easy for viewers to relate to. The combination of these elements makes "Busou Shinki" a work that gives viewers dreams and hope.

The reasons for recommending this work include the individuality and growth of the Shinkis, a story depicting friendship and dreams, and the high quality of the animation and music. This work is especially recommended for those who want to enjoy the Shinkis' battle scenes and daily scenes, and those who want to feel dreams and hope. This work is also recommended for those who want to enjoy a story depicting the individuality and growth of the Shinkis, and a story depicting friendship and dreams. This work is also recommended for those who want to enjoy high quality animation and music.

Above we have introduced the appeal and reviews of Busou Shinki. This work has been praised for the individuality and growth of the Shinkis, the story that depicts friendship and dreams, and the high quality of the animation and music. It is a work that gives viewers dreams and hope, and is definitely one to watch.