Transformers Go! Shinobi Edition - A deep review of the latest series and recommended points

Sanjo Gattai Transformers Go! Shinobihen

overview

Sanjo Gattai Transformers Go! Shinobi Hen is an OVA based on the Takara Tomy toys. It was released on August 1, 2013, and distributed by Kodansha. It consists of 4 episodes, each about 15 minutes long. It is animated by Tatsunoko Productions and produced by the Transformers Go! Production Committee. It is directed by Toshifumi Kawase. The anime serialization of this work began in the September 2013 issue of TV Magazine and was provided as a bundle with the magazine.

story

"Transformers Go! Shinobi Edition" is a new development in the Transformers series, with a ninja-themed story. The three main characters, Yajirobee, Doctor Ya, and Kabutomaru, fight to protect the Earth from the evil organization "Destron". They use a new combination technique called "Sanjo Gattai" to face powerful enemies. The story depicts a new way of fighting that combines ninja techniques with Transformers technology, making it a very popular series among children.

character

Yajirobee

One of the main characters, a Transformer who fights using ninja techniques. He has leadership skills and is an inspiration to his comrades.

Doctor or

A knowledgeable Transformer, he is the brains behind the team, coming up with various strategies to outwit the enemy.

Kabutomaru

A powerful Transformer, he is on the front lines of battle, doing everything in his power to protect his allies.

Decepticon

The Transformers are an evil organization plotting to take over the Earth. They have a variety of powerful weapons and challenge the main characters.

Background

This work was chosen as a new development in the Transformers series, with a ninja theme that is popular among children. Takara Tomy hoped to attract fans' interest by adding new elements to the existing Transformers series. The OVA format was chosen to provide a deeper story and higher quality animation. In addition, collaboration with Kodansha allowed the work to reach more children through serialization in TV Magazine.

Evaluation and acceptance

"Transformers Go! Shinobi Edition" was highly praised by fans of the Transformers series. In particular, the new storyline incorporating ninja elements and the new combination techniques of the Sanjo Gattai were well received by children. In addition, the fact that it was presented in the form of an OVA earned it praise for its deeper story and high-quality animation. However, some fans felt that the traditional elements of the series were a little diluted. However, overall, it was evaluated as a successful new attempt.

Related Items

Takara Tomy has released many products related to this work. In particular, the figures of Yajirobee, Doctor, and Kabutomaru were very popular and became a hot topic among children. In addition, a combined figure of Sanno Gattai was also released and purchased by many fans. These products contributed to further increasing the popularity of the work.

Recommendation

"Transformers Go! Shinobi Edition" is recommended not only for fans of the Transformers series, but also for children who like ninjas and robots. The new combination techniques and story developments will stimulate children's imaginations and be entertaining. In addition, since it is provided in the form of an OVA, it is also perfect for watching with the whole family. Please enjoy this work.

More Information

■ Public Media

OVA

■ Original Media

Toys

■ Release date

August 1, 2013 *The anime series began serialization in the September 2013 issue of TV Magazine. It was included with the magazine.

■Release and sales

Kodansha

■Frequencies

15 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 4

■Original Story

・Original work: Takara Tomy

■ Director

Director: Toshifumi Kawase

■ Production

Animation Production: Tatsunoko Productions Production: Transformers Go! Production Committee

■Works

©TOMY/Transformers Go! Production Committee