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Valkyrie Romanze - A Story of Knights and Love

"Valkyrie Romanze" is a TV anime series that aired in 2013, and is based on the 18+ game "Valkyrie Romanze [Shoujo Kishi Monogatari]" by Ricotta. This work is a story of youth and love set in the world of jousting, and has captivated many viewers. Below, we will introduce detailed information and reviews of this work, as well as recommended points.

■ Basic information

■ Public Media: TV anime series
■ Original Media: 18+ games
■ Broadcast period: October 7, 2013 - December 23, 2013 ・TV broadcast
TOKYO MX / October 6, 2013 24:30 Sun TV / October 7, 2013 24:30
KBS Kyoto 2013-10-09 25:00 TV Aichi 2013-10-09 27:05
AT-X / October 8, 2013 20:30 ・Online distribution Niconico Live Broadcast / October 10, 2013 23:30
http://ch.nicovideo.jp/walroma/
Niconico Video will be broadcasting at 24:00 on Thursday, October 10th.
■Broadcasting station: TOKYO MX, AT-X
■Frequencies: half an hour
■ Number of Episodes: Episode 12
■Original Story: ・Original work: "Walkure Romanze [The Tale of the Young Knight]" (Ricotta)
■ Director: ・Director: Yusuke Yamamoto
■ Production: ・Production: Eightbit
■Works: ©Ricotta/Walkure Romanze Production Committee

■ Story

A dashing horse... knights pushing themselves to their limits...
Jousting is a magnificent and heroic form of combat.
A boy who is one of those fascinated by this honorable sport that attracts so many people.
Mizuno Takahiro worked as a Begleiter (knight's assistant) supporting the knights on horseback at Winford Academy, and spent his days in a somewhat boring manner.
This is the story of Takahiro and the noble and passionate battles he faces with his female knights.
- A young knight in love creates a miracle -

■Cast

・Mizuno Takahiro/Yamashita Seiichiro ・Kisaki Miou/Shimizu Ai ・Celia Cumani Aintree/Mizusawa Kei ・Noel Mares Ascot/Nakamura Eriko ・Lisa Eostre/Taguchi Hiroko ・Ryuzoji Akane/Nabatame Hitomi ・Bertille Althusser/Yuzuki Suzuka ・Hiiragi Ayako/Mizuhashi Kaori ・Reina F. Avery/Imai Asami ・Fiona Beckford/Chiba Chiemi ・Ann/Arai Satomi ・Emma/Uchiyama Yumi ・Shinonome-san/Yonezawa Madoka ・Mireille Mares Ascot/Shimoya Noriko ・James Asmussen/Iizuka Shozo

■ Main staff

・Original work: "Walkure Romanze [The Tale of the Young Knight]" (Ricotta)
・Director: Yusuke Yamamoto ・Series Composition: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu ・Character Design: Kenichiro Katsura ・Music: Lantis ・Production: Eight Bit

■ Main Characters

Takahiro Mizuno is a second-year student at Winford Academy, majoring in the Begleiter department. He was devoted to jousting as a knight, but gave up on the path of knighthood and switched to being a Begleiter. He spends his days in a somewhat boring manner, without ever officially becoming a Begleiter for anyone.
・Kisaki Mio Her measurements are 84/54/83. She is a second-year student at Winford Academy majoring in general studies. She has known Takahiro since he studied abroad. She works part-time at TARTE TIME wearing a maid outfit, but she hopes that Takahiro will return as a knight.
Celia Cumani Aintree Her measurements are 93/56/88. She is a third-year student at Winford Academy, majoring in knighthood, and is the student council president. She is the eldest daughter of one of the most prestigious families in the country, the Duke of Aintree, and has an S-rank in jousting skills. She has won the Winford tournament two years in a row. Her favorite horse is named Licht.
Noelle Marles Ascot Her measurements are 86/56/84. She is a second-year student at Winford Academy, majoring in knighthood. She is the eldest daughter of the prestigious Marquis of Ascot, and although her jousting skills are ranked B, her abilities far exceed them. She is extremely determined to win this tournament. Her favorite horse is named Etoile.
Lisa Eostre: Her measurements are 77/53/80. She is a first year student at Winford Academy majoring in knighthood. Despite being a first year, she has excellent jousting skills and is ranked A in the technical rankings. She is a supreme winner, and winning is everything. Her favorite horse is called Blitz.
Akane Ryuzoji A second-year student at Winford Academy majoring in knighting. She is a serious person who never neglects her training, and her jousting skills are quite high, with an A rank in technical rankings. She is Takahiro's classmate and is also Japanese. Her beloved horse is named Shion.
Bertille Althusser: A second-year student at Winford Academy majoring in knighthood. She is the daughter of the prestigious Baron Althusser family and has a B-rank in jousting skills. Her favorite horse is named Baiz Rosen (White Rose).
Ayako Hiiragi is a school nurse at Winford Academy and Takahiro's cousin. She is also the owner of TARTE TIME and is a good friend of Takahiro's.
Reina F. Avery: A third-year student at Winford Academy, she is the vice president of the student council and a knight major. She is Celia's best friend and Lisa's childhood friend. Her style is faithful to the basics and her technique is ranked B.
Fiona Beckford A first-year student at Winford Academy majoring in knighthood. She is always with Lisa. Her skill ranking is B-rank.

■Subtitle

・Episode 1/The Cherry Orchard ・Episode 2/Mio's Trial ・Episode 3/The Morning of the Duel ・Episode 4/Qualifications of a Knight ・Episode 5/The Girls Who Removed Their Armor ・Episode 6/Holiday at Helen's Hill ・Episode 7/Under the Windmill ・Episode 8/Wish Upon a Shooting Star ・Episode 9/The Maidens' Festival ・Episode 10/The Fierce Battle ・Episode 11/The Path of Victory ・Episode 12/At the End of Summer

■ Theme songs and music

・OP1
・UN-DELAYED
・Song: Miyuki Hashimoto ・ED1
・MoonRise Romance
Lyrics: Saori Kodama; Composition: Yusuke Yamada; Arrangement: Yusuke Yamada; Strings arrangement: Arata Kawamoto; Vocals: Natsuko Aso

■ Evaluation and impressions of the work

"Valkyrie Romanze" is a story of youth and love set in the world of jousting, and its unique setting and charming characters draw viewers in. Below, we will provide a detailed review and impressions of the work.

Story and setting

The story of "Walkure Romanze" depicts the protagonist, Takahiro Mizuno, meeting and growing up with the young knights as he spends his time as a Begleiter at Winford Academy. The setting, which centers around the sport of jousting, gives viewers a fresh feeling. In particular, the jousting match scenes are realistic and powerful, providing a visual treat. Additionally, school life and romance elements are skillfully intertwined, making it a fascinating coming-of-age drama.

character

Each character in this series is unique and leaves a strong impression on viewers. The protagonist, Mizuno Takahiro, gives up on his dream of becoming a knight, but his interactions with the young knights make it moving as he pursues his dream again. In particular, the friendship and romance between him and Kisaki Mio warms the hearts of viewers. Additionally, the charms of each character, such as Celia Cumani Aintree's strength and kindness, Noelle Marless Ascot's fighting spirit, and Lisa Eostre's victory-first mentality, enrich the story.

Animation and Music

Eightbit's animation beautifully depicts the jousting scenes and the characters' expressions. The horse movements and the clashes of spears are particularly impressive, with attention to detail. The music by Lantis also adds to the atmosphere of the work, with the opening theme "UN-DELAYED" and the ending theme "MoonRise Romance" being masterpieces that will touch the hearts of viewers.

Viewers' reactions

"Walkure Romanze" has been popular with many viewers since it was first broadcast. In particular, the appeal of the jousting sport and the characters' growth stories have been highly praised by fans. Fans of the original game have also been satisfied with the story and character portrayal in the anime version, making it a work that has gained support from both fans of the original game and anime.

■ Recommended points

"Valkyrie Romanze" is a recommended work for the following reasons:

1. The appeal of jousting

The sport of jousting is fresh and interesting to viewers. The game scenes are powerful and strategic, making it a fun sports anime. In addition, the characters' growth, friendship, and romance are depicted through jousting, so it's full of elements that draw viewers in.

2. Charming characters

Each character in this series is unique and leaves a strong impression on the viewer. The story is enriched by a wide variety of characters, including the main character, Takahiro Mizuno, Mio Kisaki, Celia Cumani Aintree, Noel Mares Ascot, and Lisa Eostre. In particular, the relationships between the characters and their growth are carefully depicted, capturing the hearts of viewers.

3. A story of youth and love

"Walkure Romanze" is a youth drama that skillfully intertwines school life and romance elements. The protagonist, Takahiro Mizuno, grows through his encounters and interactions with the young knights, which resonates with viewers. The romance is also realistic and moving, leaving a strong impression on viewers.

4. Beautiful animation and music

Eightbit's animation beautifully depicts the jousting scenes and the characters' expressions, while Lantis' music also adds to the atmosphere of the series, with the opening theme "UN-DELAYED" and the ending theme "MoonRise Romance" being masterpieces that will touch the hearts of viewers.

■ Summary

"Valkyrie Romanze" is a story of youth and love set in the world of jousting, and its unique setting and charming characters draw viewers in. It is full of many charms, including the intensity of the jousting match scenes, the growth stories of the characters, and the beautiful animation and music. It is especially recommended for those who like sports anime and youth dramas. Please give it a watch.

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