The appeal and reviews of "Saiyuki RELOAD BLAST": Exploring the depths of a new adventure

"Saiyuki RELOAD BLAST" - A new story of adventure and bonds begins

"Saiyuki RELOAD BLAST" is the latest TV anime series based on the popular manga "Saiyuki" by Kazuya Minekura. It was broadcast on TOKYO MX and AT-X from July 5 to September 20, 2017, and although it is a compact series of 12 episodes, it depicts a deep story and character growth. In this article, we will explain in detail the appeal and background of "Saiyuki RELOAD BLAST", as well as the points that we recommend to viewers.

History of the original work and anime

"Saiyuki" is a manga series that began serialization in 1997 by Kazuya Minekura. While based on Journey to the West, it has created its own unique worldview and characters, and has gained many fans. The anime adaptation began with "Saiyuki" in 2000, followed by "Saiyuki RELOAD" and "Saiyuki RELOAD GUNLOCK", and finally "Saiyuki RELOAD BLAST" in 2017. The story progresses with each series, depicting the growth of the characters and battles with new enemies.

The story of "Saiyuki RELOAD BLAST"

"Saiyuki RELOAD BLAST" is the sequel to the previous work "Saiyuki RELOAD GUNLOCK". It depicts the protagonist, Tripitaka Priest Xuanzang, and his companions Son Goku, Sha Gojyo, and Cho Hakkai continuing their journey once again. They fight various enemies to protect the "Scriptures", but also deepen their bonds with each other. This series focuses especially on Tripitaka Priest's past and Goku's growth.

Character Appeal

The appeal of "Saiyuki RELOAD BLAST" lies above all in the depth and growth of its characters. Below are the main characters.

Xuanzang Tripitaka

A young man with the mission of protecting the Buddhist scriptures as Tripitaka monk. He is calm and intelligent, but also has deep compassion for his companions. The story depicts him living a positive life despite carrying the trauma of his past.

Son Goku

A monkey warrior who travels as Tripitaka's guardian. He is strong and sometimes reckless, but his loyalty to his companions is stronger than anyone else's. This series depicts his growth and his growing trust in Tripitaka.

Sagojyo

He was originally a kappa warrior, and continues to travel as a guardian for Tripitaka. He is gentle and caring towards his friends, but when it comes to battle, he shows calm judgment and strength. Gojyo's past and relationship with his family are also depicted, adding depth to the character.

Cho Hakkai

He was originally a god of heaven, and continues to travel as Tripitaka's guardian. He is knowledgeable and supports his companions. His past and relationship with his family are also depicted, giving a deeper look into his humanity.

Anime production and staff

"Saiyuki RELOAD BLAST" is an animation produced by Platinum Vision and directed by Hideaki Nakano. While faithfully recreating the worldview of the original work, the production and powerful battle scenes unique to anime will attract viewers. In addition, the character designs and background art are beautiful, and the visual appeal is also a major point.

Music and voice acting

The music is consistently high quality throughout the series. The opening theme "Karma" and the ending theme "Cold Hands" are important elements that liven up the atmosphere of the story. The voice actors are also impressive, with Tomoyuki Morikawa as Sanzo, Soichiro Hoshi as Goku, Akira Ishida as Gojo, and Hiroaki Hirata as Hakkai, all of whom deliver brilliant performances that bring out the individuality of each character.

Recommendation points for viewers

"Saiyuki RELOAD BLAST" is a work that can be recommended to many viewers for the following reasons:

Deep story and character development

The character growth and deepening of bonds depicted throughout the series move viewers. Episodes focusing on Sanzo's past and Goku's growth are particularly touching.

Beautiful visuals and powerful battle scenes

The animation quality is high, with beautiful background art, character designs, and powerful battle scenes that add to the visual appeal, and the balance between fantasy elements and action is excellent.

Quality of music and voice acting

The opening and ending songs and voice acting are top-notch. The music adds to the atmosphere of the story, and the voice acting brings out the personalities of the characters.

Connections throughout the series

"Saiyuki RELOAD BLAST" is a continuation of the previous series, but it is also enjoyable for new viewers. You can follow the story while feeling the connection to the entire series.

summary

"Saiyuki RELOAD BLAST" is a wonderful work that combines a deep story and character growth, beautiful visuals and powerful battle scenes, and the quality of the music and voice actors. It provides viewers with excitement and emotion while feeling the connection of the entire series. Highly recommended for those who like fantasy and action, and those who want to enjoy character growth and deepening bonds. Please join us on this wonderful journey.