The Kingdom of Dreams and the 100 Sleeping Princes: The appeal and reviews of the TV anime series

The Kingdom of Dreams and the 100 Sleeping Princes: The appeal and reviews of the TV anime series

The appeal and evaluation of the TV anime series "The Kingdom of Dreams and the 100 Sleeping Princes"

Introduction

"The 100 Sleeping Princes and the Kingdom of Dreams" is a TV anime series based on the smartphone game by G Crest. It aired from July 5 to September 20, 2018, and depicted the charm of an otherworldly fantasy world and its unique characters. In this article, we will thoroughly explain the overview of the work, as well as the detailed story, characters, staff, and music, and also touch on recommended points for viewers and related works.

Overview

■ Public Media
TV anime series
■ Original Media
game
■ Broadcast period
July 5, 2018 - September 20, 2018
From 22:30
■Broadcasting station
AT-X, TOKYO MX
■Frequencies
half an hour
■ Number of Episodes
Episode 12
■Original Story
G Crest
■ Director
Hiiroyukina
■ Production
・Animation production: project No.9
■Works
©GCREST/Yume 100 Production Committee

story

■ Story

Suddenly, he is transported to another world.
It was a "dream world" where dreams gave people the strength to live.
This is what Navi says when she greets the protagonist in the dream world.
This world is now threatened by beings called "Dream Eaters" that feed on people's dreams.
In order to save the world, the power of the princes of each country is needed.
In order to defeat the Dream Eaters, the protagonist travels around the world with his butler Navi and Prince Avi of Alstria, the country of knights.
What kind of adventure awaits her in the dream world?
And can they bring dreams back to the world?

Commentary

■Explanation

A story set not in the real world but in another world (the dream world). "The Kingdom of Dreams and the 100 Sleeping Princes" is a fantasy work that makes use of the unique setting of the dream world. The story, in which the protagonist is led to another world and fights against the "Dream Eaters" who eat dreams, gives viewers a fresh surprise and excitement. In addition, the story also depicts the protagonist's growth, friendship, and romance through his encounters and interactions with princes from various countries.

cast

■Cast

・Protagonist/Haruka Kimura ・Avi/Kenichi Suzumura ・Navi/Daiki Yamashita ・Kiel/Yu Miyazaki

Main Staff

■ Main staff

・Original work: G Crest ・Director: Yukina Hiiro ・Series composition: Natsuko Takahashi ・Main character design: Majiro ・Music: Masashi Takada

Main Characters

■ Main Characters

The protagonist is suddenly led to a different world called the "Dream World". Navi says she is the "Princess of Troymare", but she is completely unaware of it. In order to save the Dream World from peril, she decides to go on a journey, though she is confused.

Avi: A bit of a nasty guy, but a serious character. He excels at swordsmanship and is trusted by his retainers.
He was sealed inside a ring by the Dream Eater, an entity that threatens the dream world, but is awakened by the power of the protagonist's prayer.

Navi: The one who invited the protagonist into the dream world, and calls her the "Princess of Troymare." Due to her appearance, she is often mistaken for a stuffed animal.
Kiel

subtitle

■Subtitle

・#1/The dream begins suddenly (2018/07/05)
・#2/Curse in the Eyes (2018/07/12)
・#3/Memories of the smell of pancakes (2018/07/19)
・#4/Pirate Ship Balenarossa(2018/07/26)
・#5/Requiem of the Black Shadow (2018/08/03)
・#6/Three Brothers in Snow Country(2018/08/10)
・#7/Gift of Powder Snow (2018/08/17)
・#8/Labyrinth of Recollection (2018/08/24)
・#9/Rewind Tea Party (2018/08/31)
・#10/Fleeting Voice(2018/09/7)
・#11/The Rebels (2018/09/14)
・#12/The light is right there (2018/09/21)

Related Titles

■ Related works

Smartphone app "Dream Kingdom and the 100 Sleeping Princes ~Against the Belief~"

Theme songs and music

■ Theme songs and music

・OP
・Period/#1-#12
・"Overflowing Light"
・Lyrics by YUKA
・Composer: K.NASAKI
・Arrangement: K.NASAKI
・Song: moumoon

・ED
・Period Period / #1 to #12
・"Secret Dreams"
Lyrics by Shiori Yoshida, Music by Masashi Takada, Arrangement by Satoshi Iwase, Sung by Avi (Kenichi Suzumura) and Kiel (Yu Miyazaki)

・IN
・Period/#8
・“Secret Dreams Unplugged MIX Instrumental”
・Composition: Masashi Takada ・Arrangement: Satoshi Iwase

Detailed story commentary

The story of "The Kingdom of Dreams and the 100 Sleeping Princes" begins when the protagonist is suddenly led to another world, the "Dream World." In the Dream World, people's dreams are what give them life, and the world is threatened by a being called the "Dream Eater" that eats those dreams. The protagonist sets out on a journey to defeat the Dream Eater together with his butler, Navi, and Prince Avi of Alstria, the country of knights.

In each episode, the protagonist encounters different countries and princes, and each episode depicts the protagonist's growth, friendship, and romance. For example, episode 1, "The Dream Begins Suddenly," begins with the protagonist being led into the dream world and meeting Navi and Avi. Episode 2, "The Curse in the Depths of the Eyes," depicts the protagonist's first encounter with a Dream Eater and his struggle with fear.

As the story progresses, the protagonist learns that she is the "Princess of Troymare" and becomes aware of her role as the savior of the dream world. In the final episode, "The Light is Right There," the protagonist and her companions join forces to defeat the Dream Eater, bringing about a moving conclusion that brings peace back to the dream world.

Character Analysis

The main character is an ordinary girl who is led into the dream world. Although she is confused at first, she grows as she continues her journey with Navi and Avi, and comes to realize that she is the savior of the dream world. Her purity and strong will resonate with viewers.

Avi is the prince of Alstria, the country of knights, and is skilled with the sword. Although he is a bit foul-mouthed, he is charming for his earnest and caring nature. He was sealed away by the Dream Eater, but was saved by the power of the protagonist's prayer, and he decides to fight alongside her.

Navi is the butler who guided the protagonist to the dream world, and is called the "Princess of Troymare." Due to her appearance, she is sometimes mistaken for a stuffed animal, but she is an important presence that supports the protagonist.

Kiel is a character who appears in the middle of the story and breathes new life into the protagonist's journey. His presence has a major impact on the protagonist's growth and the development of the story.

Staff and production background

The original work for "The 100 Sleeping Princes and the Kingdom of Dreams" is a smartphone game developed by G Crest. In adapting it into an anime, director Yukina Hiiro faithfully recreated the world of the game while adding original stories and characters to provide viewers with new appeal.

Natsuko Takahashi, who was in charge of the series composition, skillfully constructed each episode to depict the protagonist's growth and the bonds with his friends. Majiro, the main character designer, worked on designs that highlighted the individuality of the characters, enhancing the visual appeal. Masashi Takada, who was in charge of the music, provided beautiful music that enhanced the atmosphere of the dream world.

Music and theme song

The opening theme "Afureru Hikari" (Overflowing Light) is memorable for its beautiful melody and lyrics sung by moumoon. It resonates with viewers as a song that symbolizes the hope and light of the dream world. The ending theme "Secret Dreams" is a duet sung by Kenichi Suzumura, who plays Avi, and Yu Miyazaki, who plays Kiel, and has a charming warm voice that conveys the bond between the protagonist and his friends. In addition, the instrumental version "Secret Dreams Unplugged MIX Instrumental" used in episode 8 is also an important song that enhances the emotion of the story.

Recommendations for viewers

"The Kingdom of Dreams and the 100 Sleeping Princes" is a work that depicts the charm of an otherworldly fantasy world and its unique characters. It is packed with elements such as the protagonist's growth, friendship, and romance, which will move and sympathize with the viewer. In addition, the beautiful music and visuals are also part of its appeal, allowing you to fully enjoy the atmosphere of the dream world.

It is especially recommended for those who like fantasy stories set in another world and romance elements. Also, those who are familiar with the original game will be able to find new appeal in the anime's unique story and characters. It is also recommended for those who want to enjoy beautiful music and visuals.

Related works and their appeal

A related work to "100 Sleeping Princes and the Kingdom of Dreams" is the smartphone app "100 Sleeping Princes and the Kingdom of Dreams ~Against the Belief~". This app is an RPG set in a dream world where you can meet various princes and enjoy adventures. There are also events and stories linked to the anime, making it a must-have content for fans.

The appeal of the app is meeting and interacting with the various princes, as well as the beautiful graphics and music of the dream world. After watching the anime, you can enjoy the charm of the dream world even more deeply by playing the app. In addition, you can enjoy the app's unique story and events, making it an essential companion piece for fans.

Conclusion

"The Kingdom of Dreams and the 100 Sleeping Princes" is a wonderful work that depicts the charm of an otherworldly fantasy and its unique characters. It is packed with elements such as the protagonist's growth, friendship, and romance, which will move and sympathize with the viewer. In addition, the beautiful music and visuals are also part of the appeal, allowing you to fully enjoy the atmosphere of the dream world. By enjoying the smartphone app of the related work, you will be able to experience the charm of the dream world even more deeply. Please watch this work and enjoy your adventure in the dream world.

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