Secret Society Eagle Talon EX review: A perfect balance of laughs and action

Secret Society Eagle Talon EX review: A perfect balance of laughs and action

Secret Society Eagle Talon EX - Himitsukesha Takanotsume Extreme - Full-spectrum review and recommendation

overview

"Secret Society Eagle Talon EX" is a TV anime series that aired on NHK Educational TV's "Bit World" from April 11, 2014 to March 1, 2015. This work was produced as an original anime by FROGMAN, and animation was handled by DLE. There are 37 episodes in total, each five minutes long, but densely packed with content, providing viewers with lots of laughter and emotion.

story

"Secret Society Eagle Talon EX" is a comedy anime about the evil secret society "Eagle Talon Gang" who aims to conquer the world, but get caught up in various troubles as they struggle. The story centers around the main character, Yoshida-kun, the leader of the Eagle Talon Gang, and depicts the members facing a series of bizarre incidents. Most stories are one-off, and each episode is packed with new laughs and surprises.

character

The charm of this work lies in its unique characters. The main characters are introduced below.

  • Yoshida-kun - The leader of the Eagle Talon gang. He dreams of world domination, but his absent-minded personality causes him to repeatedly fail. However, his failures provide laughs for the viewers.
  • Busujima Megane - The No. 2 of the Eagle Talon gang. He is calm and collected, and supports the gang even though he is often pushed around by Yoshida's unreasonable orders. His trademark is his glasses.
  • Dr. Leonardo - A scientist of the Eagle Talon. He creates one bizarre invention after another, but most of them end in failure. His passion for invention touches the hearts of viewers.
  • Devil Yoshida - A demon version of Yoshida. He appears from time to time and toyed with Yoshida. He has a devilish personality and behavior.

Background

"Secret Society Eagle Talon EX" was produced as part of the Eagle Talon series by FROGMAN. FROGMAN is a creator known for producing Flash animations, and his unique humor and storytelling are fully displayed in this work. Combined with animation production by DLE, it is a work that is visually enjoyable as well.

Broadcast information

This work was broadcast in the "Bit World" slot on NHK Educational TV. "Bit World" is a time slot for educational programs for children, and the fact that "Secret Society Eagle Talon EX" was broadcast in this slot shows that it is a work that appeals to a wide range of people, from children to adults. The broadcast period was about 11 months, from April 11, 2014 to March 1, 2015, and a total of 37 episodes were broadcast.

Recognition and Awards

"Secret Society Eagle Talon EX" has gained support from many viewers due to its unique humor and charming characters. In particular, children have commented that it is "interesting" and "funny", and it has been highly praised despite being broadcast in an educational programming time slot. The quality of the work has also been recognized, with it winning the Excellence Award at the 2014 "Japan Animation Association Awards". This can be said to be the result of the efforts of FROGMAN and DLE coming to fruition.

Recommended points

The reasons we recommend "Secret Society Eagle Talon EX" are as follows:

  • Humor - The greatest appeal of this work is its humor. The slapstick antics of the characters, including Yoshida, will have viewers in stitches.
  • Characters - The story is full of unique characters. Yoshida's failures and growth provide viewers with sympathy and laughter.
  • Story - Each episode is a self-contained story, providing new surprises and laughs. Also, the occasional touching episodes are not to be missed.
  • Production Quality - FROGMAN's distinctive humor and DLE's high quality animation combine to make this a visual treat.

Related Titles

"Secret Society Eagle Talon EX" is one of the "Eagle Talon" series, and there are many other related works. Below are some representative works.

  • Secret Society Eagle Talon - The original work of the series. It depicts the slapstick antics of Yoshida and his friends.
  • Secret Society Eagle Talon NEO - The predecessor to "EX". Enjoy a deeper story and characters.
  • Secret Society Eagle Talon Countdown - A film that can be considered the culmination of the series, a must-see for fans.

How to watch

"Secret Society Eagle Talon EX" is now available for purchase on DVD and Blu-ray. It is also available on video streaming services. You can watch it on the following services, so if you're interested, please check them out.

  • Netflix
  • Amazon Prime Video
  • d Anime Store

Conclusion

"Secret Society Eagle Talon EX" is a work that will provide viewers with many laughs and emotions with its unique humor and distinctive characters. FROGMAN's creative talent and DLE's high-quality animation combine to make it a work worth watching. This work can be enjoyed by a wide range of people, from children to adults, so be sure to give it a watch. You will surely become a fan of the Eagle Talon gang.

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