Ponkotsu Quest: The Demon King and the Dispatched Demons - Season 6's Appeal and Review

Ponkotsu Quest: The Demon King and the Dispatched Demons - Season 6's Appeal and Review

Ponkotsu Quest: The Demon King and the Dispatched Demons Season 6 Review

"Ponkotsu Quest: The Demon King and the Dispatched Demons Season 6" is a 5-minute short comedy anime that aired on BS11 from October 9, 2019 to September 9, 2020. It consists of 12 episodes and is filled with the unique worldview of Keisuke Matsumoto, who is the director, scriptwriter, and voice actor. This series has been distributed on YouTube since 2013 and has been regularly broadcast on BS11 since 2016, and has been loved by a wide range of viewers.

story

"Ponkotsu Quest: The Demon King and the Dispatched Demons" is a comedy anime that depicts the daily lives of the two incompetent demons "Kaku" and "Imra" who serve the Demon King. The two are dispatched to various places by the Demon King's orders, and the slapstick drama that occurs there unfolds. Set in a fantasy world like an RPG, the two are humorously depicted as they complain like modern people.

character

The charm of this series is the unique characters. The main characters are introduced below.

Kaku

He is a beast monster with horns, characterized by his sloppy and foul-mouthed personality. His only weapon, the horns, are very fragile and break easily. He is always complaining, and it is memorable to see him being comforted by Imra. His iconic line, "Will I get my workers' compensation? Properly," is a humorous satire of modern society's labor issues.

Imra

A slime who is good friends with Kaku, he has a relatively serious and mature personality. He is the weakest of all monsters, and his special skill is self-destruction, but it doesn't cause any damage to the opponent. Because he dies and comes back to life quickly, he has a very relaxed view of life and death. His character is best expressed by his line, "It's not a 'Torero-Rero'!"

Mitsui

He is a winged monster with three large eyes, and his behavior is annoying, and he often makes condescending remarks about Kaku and Imra. However, he is completely looked down upon by others, such as when they pour mayonnaise on him while he is sleeping. He has a subtle special skill of making his eyes glow. His arrogance is shown by his line, "Eh, you guys don't have any special moves?"

Black swamp

He is a monster who is good at ice-based magic and floats around like a ghost. He has a quiet personality and a high-pitched voice. When his magic is praised, he gets excited and his voice gets even higher. The line "Hyodo!...Hyodo!!!!" expresses his distinctive voice.

Tsuchida

He is a fluffy monster with a large hammer, silent and always spaced out. He is a mysterious being because it is hard to tell what he is thinking. Although he is strong, he has a low intelligence and often uses the word "hammer". His line "Hammer! A weapon!" expresses his simple way of thinking.

Background

"Ponkotsu Quest: The Demon King and the Dispatched Demons" is a work created almost single-handedly by Keisuke Matsumoto. His talents in everything from scriptwriting, drawing, editing, and voice acting create the unique charm of this series. Animation is by Pie in the sky, production is by VAP, and copyright belongs to VAP.

episode

The episodes of season 6 are as follows:

  • Chapter 61/Return (2019/10/09)
  • Chapter 62/Inspection (2019/11/06)
  • Chapter 63/Girls (2019/12/11)
  • Chapter 64/Prophecy (2020/01/08)
  • Chapter 65 / Pet (2020/02/12)
  • Chapter 66/Agriculture (2020/03/11)
  • Chapter 67/Cooking (2020/04/08)
  • Chapter 68/Ghost (2020/05/13)
  • Chapter 69/Capture (2020/06/10)
  • Chapter 70/Training (2020/07/08)

Evaluation and Impressions

"Ponkotsu Quest: The Demon King and the Dispatched Demons Season 6" has won many fans with its unique humor and charming characters. Keisuke Matsumoto's talent for effectively depicting laughter and satire in a short five-minute time slot shines through. In particular, the exchanges between Kaku and Imra resonate with viewers and provide a moment to forget the stress of everyday life.

Additionally, each episode has a wide range of themes, providing viewers with fresh surprises. For example, "Girls" depicts the lives of monsters from a female perspective, while "Farming" comically depicts the difficulties of farming in a fantasy world. These episodes not only provide viewers with laughs, but also serve to satirize social issues.

Furthermore, the production style of Keisuke Matsumoto working on everything by himself provides viewers with a consistent worldview and improves the quality of the work. His performance as a voice actor is also an important element in bringing out the individuality of the characters.

Related Titles

"Ponkotsu Quest: The Demon King and the Dispatched Demons Season 6" is being produced as part of the "Ponkotsu Quest" series. Throughout the series, Matsumoto Keisuke's unique humor and the charm of the characters are consistently portrayed. By enjoying the entire series, viewers can gain a deeper understanding of the world of this work.

Recommendation

"Ponkotsu Quest: The Demon King and the Dispatched Demons Season 6" is a great choice for viewers who want a quick laugh. It is especially recommended for those who like fantasy and comedy. It is also recommended for those who enjoy satire of modern society. You will be able to escape from the stress of everyday life by experiencing the talent of Keisuke Matsumoto and the charm of the characters.

Furthermore, the series is available on YouTube, so you can enjoy it at your leisure. Be sure to check out the whole series and enjoy the adventures of these clumsy monsters.

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