The appeal and reviews of "Futari wa Milky Holmes": A thorough explanation of the recommended points

The appeal and reviews of "Futari wa Milky Holmes": A thorough explanation of the recommended points

"Futari wa Milky Holmes": A new story of adventure and friendship for a girl detective

"Futari wa Milky Holmes" is a TV anime series that aired in 2013, and is the work of Bushiroad and Chrono Gear Creative. The anime is set in the detective city of Yokohama, and depicts the world two years after the exploits of the girl detective team Milky Holmes, who confront the Phantom Thieves Empire. Of particular note is the story of the growth and friendship of childhood friends Tokiwa Kazumi and Myojingawa Alice. In this article, we will introduce detailed information and appeal of the work, and explain the recommended points for viewers.

Overview

"Futari wa Milky Holmes" aired from July 13th to September 28th, 2013, and is a 12 episode series. It was broadcast on TOKYO MX and BS Nippon Television, and each episode was 30 minutes long. It was also streamed online, and could be viewed on Niconico Live Broadcast and Niconico Channel.

The director is Hiroshi Nishikori, the series composition is Hideki Shirane, the character design and general animation director is Mariko Fujita, the animation production is JCSTAFF, the production cooperation is Nomad, the music is Jun Ichikawa, and the music production is handled by Hibiki Music.

story

Two years have passed since the appearance of the "Phantom Thief Empire" in the detective city of Yokohama, and the girl detective group "Milky Holmes" to correct it. A brief period of peace has returned to the city of Yokohama. Tokiwa Kazumi and Myojingawa Alice are 12-year-old childhood friends who live in that city. Although they attend different detective academies, they meet on their way home and study hard every day to become detectives. One day, the two spot a phantom thief running away in the city. What do they see when they chase after him...?

The story focuses on the growth and friendship between Kazumi and Alice. The two of them hone their skills as detectives as they tackle various cases. Through their interactions with the Milky Holmes members and their battles with the Phantom Thieves Empire, they learn and grow.

character

The main characters of "Futari wa Milky Holmes" are as follows.

  • Tokiwa Kazumi : 12 years old. A first-year student in the command class at the Holmes Detective Academy. She has a slightly bullish personality and likes to take the initiative, but she's not very good with details. She's childhood friends with Alice.
  • Myojingawa Alice : 12 years old. A first-year student at a different detective academy to the Holmes Detective Academy. She is a cute, domestic girl with a slightly naive and quiet personality, but she is excellent at housework and cooking. She is also dexterous and makes everything by hand.
  • Milky Holmes : The legendary four-girl detective group. They consist of Sherlock Shellingford, Yuzuruzaki Nero, Hercule Barton, and Cordelia Glauca. They have been studying at Kobayashi Opera for two years and are well-known in Yokohama, but they don't have the dignity of a senior.
  • Akechi Koizumi : With the number of phantom theft cases decreasing, police team Genius 4 has become bored and has been dispatched to various departments, so she is now serving as a traffic division instructor on a part-time basis.
  • Keiko Totsugawa : A police officer in the traffic division of the Yokohama Police Department. She is trained by Koi Akechi.
  • Shion Myojingawa : Alice's older brother. He can't help but love Alice so much.

The voice actors for each character are Terakawa Manami as Tokiwa Kazumi, Ito Ayasa as Myojingawa Alice, Mimori Suzuko as Sherlock Shellingford, Tokui Sora as Yuzurizaki Nero, Sasaki Mirai as Hercule Barton, Tachibana Izumi as Cordelia Glauca, Nanjo Yoshino as Akechi Koi, Nakagami Ikumi as Totsugawa Keiko, and Okitsu Kazuyuki as Myojingawa Shion.

episode

The subtitles for each episode of "Futari wa Milky Holmes" are as follows.

  • Episode 1: The usual pair
  • Episode 2: What it means to become
  • Episode 3: My Toys
  • Episode 4: Unyielding Feelings
  • Episode 5: The Mysterious Old Lady
  • Episode 6: Let's go home
  • Episode 7: The beginning of the end
  • Episode 8: Himeyuri Senpai
  • Episode 9: My Power
  • Episode 10: Always Together
  • Episode 11: Everyone and the Two of Us
  • Episode 12: A new couple

Each episode depicts Kazumi and Alice's daily lives and their activities as detectives, and shows their growth and deepening friendship. Their interactions with the Milky Holmes members and their confrontation with the Phantom Thieves Empire are also important elements of the story.

Theme songs and music

The opening theme of Futari wa Milky Holmes is "Glory Glowin' DAYS", with lyrics by Saori Kodama, music and arrangement by Akira Takada, and singing by Milky Holmes. The ending theme is "Seishun Beginner!", with lyrics by Saori Kodama, music and arrangement by Akira Takada, and singing by Milky Holmes Feathers. These songs are important elements that liven up the atmosphere of the work.

The appeal and recommended points of the work

"Futari wa Milky Holmes" is a heartwarming story about the growth and friendship of a girl detective. Below, we will introduce the appeal and recommended points of the work.

1. A Girl Detective's Coming of Age

The story centers on the growth of Kazumi and Alice, as they hone their skills as detectives and tackle a variety of cases. Their growth inspires viewers and gives them an opportunity to reflect on their own growth.

2. The depth of friendship

The friendship between Kazumi and Alice is an important theme of the film. The bond between the two, who grew up as childhood friends, is strong enough to remain unshakable even in difficult situations. The depth of this friendship evokes sympathy and emotion in the viewer.

3. Interaction with Milky Holmes

Interactions with the Milky Holmes members add color to the story. The interactions with the unique characters of Sherlock Shellingford, Nero Yuzurizaki, Hercule Barton, and Cordelia Glauca are entertaining to viewers. In addition, their attitude as seniors and the humorous side they sometimes show are also attractive.

4. Showdown with the Phantom Thief Empire

The confrontation with the Phantom Thieves' Empire provides tension and thrills to the story. Scenes in which Kazumi and Alice chase the phantom thieves, and then work together with Milky Holmes to solve the problem, are elements that draw the viewer in.

5. The appeal of music

The opening theme "Glory Glowin' Days" and the ending theme "Seishun Beginner!" are important elements that enhance the atmosphere of the work. Milky Holmes' singing voice and the music composed and arranged by Takada Akira leave a strong impression on viewers.

Recommendations for viewers

"Futari wa Milky Holmes" is a heartwarming story about the growth and friendship of a girl detective. It is recommended for those who like detective stories and mysteries, those who want to be moved by the depth of friendship, and those who are interested in the Milky Holmes characters. The music is also very appealing, so it is also recommended for those who want to enjoy the songs.

This is a wonderful anime that will move viewers and make them laugh, and teach them the importance of growth and friendship. Please give it a watch.

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