The appeal and reviews of "Senran Kagura SHINOVI MASTER Tokyo Youma-hen": A thorough explanation of the depth of the action and story

SENRAN KAGURA SHINOVI MASTER Tokyo Youma-hen - SENRAN KAGURA SHINOVI MASTER Tokyo Youma-hen -

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

game

■ Broadcast period

October 13, 2018 - December 29, 2018
From 2:10

■Broadcasting station

TOKYO MX, AT-X

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 12

■Original Story

Kenichiro Takagi

■ Director

Tetsuya Yanagisawa

■ Production

・Animation Production: TNK

■Works

©2018 Marvelous Inc./HONEY PARADE GAMES Inc./Shinobi Master Partners

Senran Kagura SHINOVI MASTER Tokyo Youma-hen - Review and Recommendation

"Senran Kagura SHINOVI MASTER Tokyo Youma-hen" is a TV anime series that aired in 2018, based on the "Senran Kagura" game series by Kenichiro Takagi. This anime was produced as the second season of the "Senran Kagura" TV anime series, which is gaining popularity seven years after the release of the first game. It was broadcast on TOKYO MX and AT-X every Saturday from 2:10 a.m. on October 13 to December 29, 2018. Each episode is 30 minutes long and consists of 12 episodes in total.

The animation was produced by TNK, directed by Tetsuya Yanagisawa, with series composition and scriptwriting by Yukinori Kitajima and character design by Junji Goto. Music was provided by Noisy Cloak and music production was done by Lantis. Copyright is owned by Marvelous Inc., HONEY PARADE GAMES Inc. and Shinobi Master Partners.

story

The story of "Senran Kagura SHINOVI MASTER Tokyo Youma-hen" deals with profound themes that question the change of people and the world. The story begins with the words "The beauty of black and white death" and unfolds a tale of light and shadow in a world of darkness. As the justice of good ninjas and evil ninjas clash, the characters' growth and conflicts are depicted.

Specifically, the girls from Shijuku Gessen Girls' Academy, National Hanzo Academy, Hebijo Girls' Academy, Homura Crimson Squad, and Miko Kagura will be at the center of the game, with a total of 28 characters appearing, including new characters from SHINOBI MASTER SENRAN KAGURA NEW LINK. Through the battles of the "Shinobi Masters," where these characters aim to become the pinnacle of ninja power, various dramas will unfold.

character

The main characters are Yuzumi, leader of the Shijuku Gessen Girls' Academy, Asuka of the National Hanzo Academy, Miyabi of the Hebijo Girls' Academy, Homura, leader of the Homura Crimson Squad, Kagura, who reincarnates in this world once every 100 years, and Yukibuki, a mysterious ninja. Each character has their own unique background and abilities, enriching the story.

Yuzumi is the granddaughter of Hanzo's rival Kurokage, and fights with movements reminiscent of Japanese dance, using her senses and ice as weapons. Asuka is the granddaughter of the legendary ninja Hanzo, and has a bright and honest personality, and flies freely in all directions using her two swords and the strength of her toad legs. Miyabi is the new leader of the Snake Women, and fights using a black flame and a black sword as weapons. Homura was originally a member of the Hebijo Girls' Secret Academy, but became a ninja with a deep-rooted, caring personality and an attitude of accepting the strong. Kagura is a girl born to destroy demons, and Yukibuki is a mysterious ninja who is loved by Gekkou and Senkou.

Subtitles and episodes

The subtitles of each episode are in English and symbolize the theme and development of the story. It starts with episode 1, "Change the World," and ends with episode 12, "Hometown." Each episode depicts the characters' growth, conflicts, friendships, romance, and other elements, while also depicting their battles and trials as ninjas.

Theme songs and music

The opening theme is "SCARLET MASTER", with lyrics and vocals by Sasaki Sayaka, and music and arrangement by KOHTA YAMAMOTO. The ending theme is "Junsei Erotic", with lyrics by Tadanano Natsumi, music by Sakanoue Yosuke and Michael Mu, arrangement by Kume and Kuwata Kengo, and vocals by Mia REGINA. These songs add to the atmosphere of the anime and capture the hearts of viewers.

Evaluation

"Senran Kagura SHINOVI MASTER Tokyo Youma-hen" is a work that is widely accepted not only by fans of the original game but also by anime fans. The personalities and backgrounds of the characters are carefully drawn, and the story is deep. In particular, the conflict between good and evil ninjas, and the growth and conflict of the characters are beautifully depicted, and have the power to draw viewers in.

The animation quality is also high, with realistic and beautifully drawn battle scenes and character movements. The music also matches the atmosphere of the anime, enriching the viewing experience. Additionally, the subtitles for each episode are in English, further enhancing the international appeal of the series.

However, some viewers may find the character designs and story development to be extreme, but that is also a characteristic of the Senran Kagura series and is part of its appeal to fans.

Recommendation

"Senran Kagura SHINOVI MASTER Tokyo Youma-hen" is recommended not only for fans of the original game, but also for anime fans who like action and ninja. It is a work that you can enjoy the individuality of the characters, the depth of the story, and the beautiful animation and music. It is also full of elements that can be enjoyed from an international perspective, such as English subtitles and ending themes.

I especially recommend this to those who are interested in themes such as character growth, conflict, and the conflict between good and evil ninjas. It is also a perfect work for those who want to enjoy beautiful battle scenes and character movements. Furthermore, it is also satisfying for those who are particular about music and theme songs.

"Senran Kagura SHINOVI MASTER Tokyo Youma-hen" is a work that transcends the boundaries of late-night anime and is loved by many viewers. Please enjoy the world of ninjas and the drama of the characters through this work.