The appeal and reputation of "Ladiespo": The fusion of sports and youth

"Ladiespo" - The appeal of this youthful sports comedy set in space

Overview

"Ladiespo" is a 12-episode TV anime series that aired on TOKYO MX from April 10 to June 26, 2018. The director is Kimura Hiroshi, who also worked on "Hamatora," and the original work is original to the anime. Each episode is only five minutes long, but the story is set in a world after a space war and depicts the exploits of a trio of girls who enjoy their youth through sports.

■ Story

The story of "Ladiespo" is set in the era after the end of the space war. The war ended tragically with no victors, and the leaders declared that "all disputes should be settled through sports." In this historical context, professional sports bounty hunting was born. The main characters are the trio "Alligetti, Korpi, Sabina," led by Captain Mokomoko, and the story unfolds as they compete in various sports across the universe in this youthful comedy.

■ Characters

The appeal of "Ladies Sports" lies in its unique characters. The main characters are introduced below.

Arrigetti

Voice actor: Saki Shimada

She is a seductive and energetic woman who has mastered 1000 sports. She is always in high spirits and loves to have fun with everyone, but she also has a serious side to her, training day and night without fail. Her character gives energy to the viewers, and she is an indispensable member of the team as a mood maker.

Korpi

Voice actor: Akari Uehara

She is a tsundere flat-chested seventeen with the strongest sense. She inherited the strongest DNA with an outstanding sense for sports, but has no sense at all about money, business, or management. Her tsundere personality and passion for sports attract viewers.

Sabina

Voice actor: Suzuna Kinoshita

Armed with her extraordinary intuition, she is a 14-year-old who loves singing and loves to laugh. With her natural intuition, she has the ability to grasp space and has a power close to precognition. Her energetic and laughing nature brings brightness to the team.

Fluffy

Voice actor: Misato Aoyagi

He is a fluffy creature who is the captain and president of the ship. He is in charge of accepting requests for sports matches, piloting and managing the ship, and supervising the team. His unique character as a fluffy creature supports the management of the team.

Marie

Voice actor: Aina Kusuda

She is a hardworking young lady who floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee. She is the captain of Team Marie and a rival of Alligator. She likes to take a bath before and after sports, and this particularity makes her character stand out.

■Production Background

The production of "Ladiespo" was led by director Kimura Hiroshi. Kimura has previously worked on "Hamatora" and other works, and he used that experience to produce this work. As it is an original anime, there was a high degree of freedom in the story development, and there are many ingenious ideas to keep the audience interested.

■Broadcast information

"Ladies Sports" aired on TOKYO MX from April 10 to June 26, 2018. It aired every Tuesday from 1:20, and although it was a short series with only 12 episodes, it was packed with dense content.

■ Theme songs and music

The theme song for this series is "Happy Thinking!" sung by Aina Kusuda. This bright and lively song symbolizes the youth and energy of the main characters, and will lift the spirits of viewers.

■ Evaluation and impressions

"Ladies Sports" is a short series that attracts viewers with its unique characters and setting. In particular, the novel setting of a sports battle in space has a charm that is not found in other anime. In addition, each character's personality stands out, leaving a strong impression on viewers.

The story unfolds at a good pace, making it enjoyable even in the short 5-minute time slot. In particular, the depiction of sports scenes is realistic and powerful, drawing viewers in. Also, a different sport appears in each episode, so you won't get bored.

The story also depicts the growth of the characters and the bond between the team, making it a fun comedy for the youth. In particular, the friendship and rivalry between the trio of Arrigetti, Korpi, and Sabina will warm the hearts of viewers. The unique characters of Mokomoko also provide laughs for the viewers.

■ Related works

"Ladiespo" is an original anime work and has no direct related works. However, it is recommended for viewers who enjoy other sports-themed anime works and youth comedies. It is especially perfect for fans of sports anime and those looking for a short work to enjoy.

■ Recommendation points

The reasons why we recommend Ladies Sports are as follows:

1. Characters with unique personalities

There are a variety of unique characters, including Arrigetti, Korpi, Sabina, Mokomoko, and Marie. Each character's charm and growth are depicted, leaving a strong impression on viewers.

2. Novel setting

The appeal of this series lies in its innovative setting of enjoying youth through sports in a world after a space war. A different sport appears in each episode, so viewers will never get bored.

3. Enjoyable even in a short film

Although it's only five minutes long, it's packed with dense content. Even busy people can enjoy it casually, and the story unfolds at a good pace, so you won't get bored watching it.

4. Elements of a Youth Comedy

The story depicts the growth of the characters and the bonds between the team, and is a comedic coming-of-age drama. In particular, the friendship and rivalry between the three members will warm the hearts of viewers.

5. Powerful sports scenes

The depiction of sports scenes is realistic and powerful, drawing viewers in. Each episode features a different sport, so you'll never get bored.

■ Summary

"Ladies Sports" is a work that attracts viewers with its unique characters and innovative setting. Although it is only 5 minutes long, it is packed with dense content and has plenty of elements of a youth comedy. It is especially recommended for fans of sports anime and those looking for a short work that can be enjoyed. Please give it a watch.