Somali and the Forest Spirit: Welcome to a heartwarming fantasy world"Somali and the Forest Spirit" is a TV anime series that aired in 2020 and is based on the manga of the same name by Yako Kureishi. This work depicts a beautiful fantasy world view and deep human drama, and has touched many viewers. Below, we will take a closer look at the appeal of this work, its production background, characters, story, and recommended points for viewers. OverviewSomali and the Forest Spirit is a 12-episode series that aired from January 10 to March 27, 2020. It was broadcast on AbemaTV, TOKYO MX, and BS Nippon TV, and each episode was 30 minutes long. Animation was produced by Satelight and HORNETS, and the director was Kenji Yasuda. Copyright belongs to Yako Kureishi/NSP/Somali and the Forest Spirit Project, mixer. storyThe story is set in a world where humans have become extinct. The main character, Somali, is a girl who hides her human identity. She is protected by the golem Gou, and together they set out on a journey to find humans. Gou faces many challenges in order to protect Somali. The two meet many people during their journey, and are depicted as growing as people. The appeal of this work is the parent-child bond between Somali and Gou, and the exploration of humanity. Gou is willing to sacrifice himself to protect Somali, and Somali grows by responding to Gou's love. The story has many touching scenes that will deeply impact the hearts of viewers. characterSomaliSomali is a girl who hides her human identity. She has a pure and kind heart, and learns a lot through her journey with Go. Somali's growth is a major element that moves viewers. GoGou is a golem who travels to protect Somali. He loves her like his own daughter and does everything in his power to protect her. Gou's self-sacrifice and love deeply touch the hearts of viewers. Other charactersThe characters they meet along the way are also fascinating. For example, a girl named Uzura has a big impact on Somali and Gou. Also, Kijimuna, the boss of a yakuza gang, is an important character who helps Somali and Gou on their journey. Meeting these characters helps Somali and Gou grow. Background"Somali and the Forest Spirit" is originally a manga by Yako Kureishi. The original work began serialization in 2015 and gained popularity for its beautiful illustrations and moving story. The aim of the anime adaptation was to faithfully reproduce the worldview of the original work while adding even more depth through visual expression. Director Kenji Yasuda paid close attention to detail in his direction to bring out the best in the original work, while animation team Satelight and HORNETS succeeded in drawing viewers in with their beautiful backgrounds and character movements. Recommendation points for viewersAn inspiring storyThe greatest appeal of "Somali and the Forest Spirit" is its moving story. Somali and Go's journey is a mix of difficulties and encounters, deeply moving viewers. In particular, the bond between Somali and Go, like that of a parent and child, deeply moves viewers. Beautiful fantasy worldAnother attraction of this work is the beautiful fantasy worldview. It depicts a world where various races coexist in a world where humans have become extinct. The beautiful background and character designs draw the viewer into the world of the story. Deep human drama"Somali and the Forest Spirit" is based on the theme of exploring humanity. Through the journey of Somali and Gou, we are made to think about what it means to be human and what it means to love. This deep human drama has a lot to teach the viewer. Related informationoriginal workThe original manga is "Somali and the Forest Spirit" by Yako Kureishi. The series began serialization in 2015 and is still ongoing. By reading the original, you can learn about episodes and character backgrounds that are not depicted in the anime. staff Director: Kenji Yasuda Animation: Satelight, HORNETS Broadcast information Broadcast period: January 10, 2020 to March 27, 2020 Broadcast station: AbemaTV, TOKYO MX, BS Nippon TV Broadcast time: 0:00~ summary"Somali and the Forest Spirit" is a work that is attractive for its moving story, beautiful fantasy world view, and deep human drama. Somali and Go's journey will give viewers many moving impressions and lessons. Watching this work will make you think about what it means to be human and what it means to love. Please enjoy this wonderful work. |
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