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K SEVEN STORIES Episode1 R:B ～BLAZE～ Review and details

Overview

"K SEVEN STORIES Episode 1 R:B ~BLAZE~" is an animated film that was released on July 7, 2018. It is an original anime work by GoRA and GoHands, directed by Shingo Suzuki. It is composed of one 65-minute episode, and animation is produced by GoHands. This work is the first chapter of the series "K SEVEN STORIES", and the story depicts the world a little over a year after the dissolution of "Scepter 4".

story

More than a year has passed since Scepter 4 was disbanded, and Homra has grown larger, with some parts showing signs of going out of control. Amidst this, the Red King, Suou Mikaru, is increasingly frustrated by the king's power that is eating away at him. Then he receives news of the birth of a new Blue King. The new king, Munakata Reisi, quickly rebuilds Scepter 4 with his skills and turns his attention to Homra, the source of the chaos. The Red King, suffering from the fate of kingship, and the Blue King, passionate about the ideals of kingship. When these two young kings meet, the curtains rise on a new battle.

cast

• Takeru Suo - Kenjiro Tsuda
• Reiji Munakata - Tomokazu Sugita
• Izumo Kusanagi - Takahiro Sakurai
• Totsukata Tatara - Kaji Yuki
• Daichi Yamata - Taku Yashiro
• Awashima Seri - Sawashiro Miyuki

Main Staff

• Original work - GoRA×GoHands
• Planning - Akio Mishima, Suzugo Kishimoto
• Director and character designer: Shingo Suzuki
• Chief animation director: Makoto Furuta
• Series Composition - Kiraku Rei (GoRA)
• Screenplay: Azano Kohei (GoRA)
• Prop Designer: Takahiro Kishida
• Mechanical designer: Hiroshi Okubo
• Main animators: Takayuki Uchida, Hiroshi Okubo, Naoki Okada
• Art Director: Ken Naito
• Director of photography - Yuichiro Tozawa
• Edited by Saori Tadokoro
• Sound Director: Ryo Tanaka
• Sound Production - Glow Vision
• Music: Mikio Endo
• Animation Producer - Takanori Kikuchi
• Animation Production - GoHands
• Production - k-7project

Main Characters

• Takeru Suo - The silent and bold Red King who leads the team Homura in Shizume Town. He has great power and a destructive urge, and endures the pain of having to constantly control his power. He also fears that one day he will lose control and go berserk.
• Munakata Reiji - The newly born Blue King. Although an extremely talented person, he has been struggling for many years with who he is. After becoming king after the hijacking incident, he acts as if it is his divine mission. He rebuilds Scepter 4 and tries to realize his ideals.
• Kusanagi Izumo - Homra's strategist and the right-hand man of the Red King, Suou Mikoto. He is also the master of the bar HOMRA. He is concerned about the lack of discipline among the lower-ranking members of Homra, and keeps a close eye on the movements of the new Blue King.
• Totsuka Tatara - One of the executives of Homra, he understands and keeps Suou in check. He sees through the frustration, frustration, and suffering that Suou is carrying and is worried about his condition. He is also concerned about the current state of Homra, and works with Kusanagi to try to improve the situation.
• Daichi Yamata - A new recruit to Homra. He became a clansman because he admired the strong and proud Homra. However, he never had a chance to meet the main members and instead hung out with other bad-tempered newcomers. He often uses the name of Homra as a shield and behaves arrogantly.
• Awashima Seri - Vice-captain of the rebuilt Scepter 4. She was on the same flight as Munakata during the hijacking incident that led to him becoming the Blue King. She was shocked by the existence of the Blue King, and was scouted by Munakata, becoming his first clansman.

subtitle

K SEVEN STORIES Episode1 R:B ~BLAZE~ (2018/07/07)

Related Titles

• K SEVEN STORIES Episode 2 SIDE:BLUE ~Like a Wolf~
• K SEVEN STORIES Episode 3 SIDE:GREEN ~Overwritten World~
• K SEVEN STORIES Episode 4 Lost Small World ~Beyond the Cage~
• K SEVEN STORIES Episode 5 Memory of Red ~BURN~
• K SEVEN STORIES Episode 6 Circle Vision ~Nameless Song~

Theme songs and music

• OP - SURVIVE!
  • Lyricist: atsuko
  • Composer - atsuko
  • Song - angela
• ED - BLAZE
  • Lyricist: atsuko
  • Composer - atsuko
  • Song - angela

review

"K SEVEN STORIES Episode 1 R:B ~BLAZE~" is a long-awaited new chapter for fans of the series, and it has succeeded in drawing viewers in by depicting new developments in the story. In particular, the contrast between the "Red King" Suou Mikoto and the new "Blue King" Munakata Reisi delves deeper into the themes of the work, "the power of the king" and "the destiny of the king."

Suo Mikaru's character has been a notable presence in the series so far, but this episode puts even more emphasis on his inner struggles. Tsuda Kenjiro's voice acting skills shine as he conveys Suo's pain and frustration to the audience. Meanwhile, Munakata Reiji's character is beautifully portrayed by Sugita Tomokazu, who portrays his ideals and sense of mission as the new Blue King, with the conflict and sympathy between the two kings at the heart of the story.

The storyline cleverly intertwines the two themes of Scepter 4's reconstruction and Homra's rampage, drawing the viewer's interest. In particular, the portrayal of Homra's internal turmoil and new members realistically portrays the current state of the organization. Additionally, during the process of Scepter 4's reconstruction, Munakata Reiji's leadership and Awashima Seri's support are impressive, giving the impression of the team's rebirth and growth.

In terms of visuals, GoHands' distinctive drawing style continues to be used, with many colorful and dynamic scenes. In particular, the depiction of the battle scenes is very dynamic and visually impactful. As for the music, angela's theme songs "SURVIVE!" and "BLAZE" add to the atmosphere of the story, further enriching the viewing experience.

Overall, "K Seven Stories Episode 1 R:B ~BLAZE~" is a work that can be enjoyed by fans of the series as well as new audiences. The depth of the story, character development, and the fusion of visuals and music are perfectly balanced, making it a worthy theatrical animation. While expectations are high for the sequel to the series, this episode alone is enough to satisfy.

Recommendation

"K SEVEN STORIES Episode 1 R:B ~BLAZE~" is recommended not only for fans of the series, but also for those who like action and drama, and those who want to enjoy deep character portrayals. It is a must-see work, especially for those who are interested in the theme of the power and destiny of kings. It is also full of elements that will be enjoyed by those who like angela's music. Please experience this work at the theater.