The appeal and evaluation of Drifting Dragons: A must-read review for anime fans

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overview

"Drifting Dragons" is a TV anime series based on the original manga by Taikaku Kuwahara. It aired on Fuji TV and BS Fuji from January 9 to March 26, 2020. It consists of 12 episodes, each 30 minutes long, and was animated by Polygon Pictures. It is directed by Yoshihira "Tady" Naohiro, and the copyright belongs to Taikaku Kuwahara, Kodansha, and the Drifting Dragons Production Committee.

story

"Drifting Dragons" is set in the near future in Japan. One day, the protagonist, a young boy named Ichijo Kazuma, suddenly encounters a mysterious creature called a "dragon." The dragon has the ability to fly, and Kazuma embarks on various adventures with the dragon. The story depicts the process of uncovering the secrets of the world and the dragon's true purpose as the bond between Kazuma and the dragon deepens.

character

Kazuma Ichijo

The main character. A boy who meets a dragon and goes on an adventure with him. He is brave and has a strong sense of justice.

Dragon

Kazuma's partner. He has the ability to fly and grows together with Kazuma. His true identity and purpose are revealed as the story progresses.

Yamamoto Misaki

Kazuma's childhood friend. He supports Kazuma on his adventures and sometimes fights alongside him. He is intelligent and reliable.

Kenta Takahashi

Kazuma's friend. He joins in the adventure and grows together with Kazuma. He has a sense of humor and is the mood maker of the team.

Animation and visuals

The animation of "Drifting Dragons" fully demonstrates Polygon Pictures' technical capabilities. The dragon flying scenes in particular are characterized by their realistic and beautiful visuals. By skillfully combining CG and 2D animation, the film realistically depicts a near-future worldview. The characters' expressions and movements are also detailed, clearly expressing changes in emotions.

Music and Sound

The music features an electronic sound that matches the worldview of the near future. The opening theme "Sky High" is a fast-paced song that will get the audience excited. The ending theme "Fly Away" has a gentle melody that makes you feel the bond between Kazuma and Dragon. The background music is also carefully created to match each scene, creating a sense of excitement in the story.

Evaluation and Impressions

"Drifting Dragons" is a work that skillfully combines a near-future worldview with the fantasy element of dragons. The story is simple at first glance, but it carefully depicts the growth of Kazuma and Dragon, the deepening of their bond, and the process of uncovering the secrets of the world. The characters are also well-defined, and the relationship between Kazuma and Dragon in particular captures the hearts of viewers.

The animation quality is high, and the dragon's flying scenes are particularly impressive. The music is also an important element in adding excitement to the story, and the overall work is well-balanced. However, given the short length of the series (12 episodes), some people expressed hope for a deeper story development.

Recommended points

• A fusion of a near-future world view and the fantasy element of dragons
• A touching story about the bond between the protagonist and the dragon
• High quality animation and visuals
• Music and sounds that enhance the story

Related works and recommendations

If you enjoyed "Drifting Dragons," we also recommend the following works:

"Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai"

A work with a dragon and adventure theme, depicting the protagonist's growth and the bond with his friends.

"Fafner in the Azure"

The series depicts a near-future world and battles with giant robots, and also shares themes of human relationships and growth.

No Game No Life

A work that combines a near-future worldview with fantasy elements, depicting the protagonist's growth and adventures.

More Information

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

comics

■ Broadcast period

January 9, 2020 - March 26, 2020
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■Broadcasting station

Fuji Television, BS Fuji

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 12

■Original Story

Kuwahara Taku

■ Director

Naohiro Yoshihira "Tady"

■ Production

・Animation Production: Polygon Pictures

■Works

©Takaku Kuwahara, Kodansha, Drifting Dragons Production Committee

summary

"Drifting Dragons" is a work that skillfully combines a near-future worldview with the fantasy element of dragons. It features a touching story about the bond between the protagonist and the dragon, high-quality animation and visuals, and music and sound that liven up the story. With only 12 episodes, some people expected a deeper story development, but overall it can be said to be a well-balanced work. For those who enjoyed "Drifting Dragons," we also recommend related works such as "Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai," "Fafner in the Azure," and "No Game No Life."