Haikyu!! Land vs. Sky - An OVA packed with the charm of passionate volleyball"Haikyu!! Land vs. Sky", an OVA released as part of the "Haikyu!!" series, was released on January 22, 2020, and was pre-sold at Jump Festa 2020. This OVA is based on the original manga "Haikyu!!" by Haruichi Furudate, directed by Masako Sato, animated by Production IG, and produced by the "Haikyu!! TO THE TOP" Production Committee. It consists of two 30-minute episodes and is distributed by Toho Video Division. Story and Characters"Haikyu!! Land vs. Air" depicts the episode where members of Karasuno High School's volleyball team face off against the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force during training camp in preparation for the national tournament. This OVA depicts members of Karasuno High School, including Hinata Shoyo and Kageyama Tobio, facing off against a strong team from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force. Particularly noteworthy are the scenes where the growth of Hinata and Kageyama's "combination volleyball" and the unity of the entire team are put to the test. The emphasis on character growth and the importance of teamwork is apparent, and the story is enjoyable enough to be enjoyed as an OVA while retaining the appeal of the original. In particular, the scene where the members of Karasuno High School gain a new perspective through their interactions and matches with the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force athletes is very moving. Animation and performanceProduction IG's animation faithfully recreates the intense volleyball scenes from the original work, capturing the tension of the matches and the movements of the players in great detail, resulting in a visually satisfying finish. Director Masako Sato has succeeded in bringing out the unique charm of the OVA without compromising the atmosphere of the original work. In terms of sound, the sound effects that enhance the realism of the matches and the passionate performances of the character voice actors stand out. In particular, Murase Ayumu, who plays Hinata, and Ishikawa Kaito, who plays Kageyama, express the emotions of their characters realistically, and have the power to draw the viewers' emotions. Ratings and Recommendations"Haikyu!! Land vs. Sky" is a work that can be recommended not only to fans of the original work, but also to those who like volleyball and sports anime. In particular, the scenes depicting the team's growth and friendship are moving, and you will discover something new no matter how many times you watch it. Also, since it is an OVA with its own independent story, you can enjoy it even if you have not seen the entire series. This OVA depicts an episode in which the members of Karasuno High School play against the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force during training camp in preparation for the national tournament. It shows the members of Karasuno High School, including Hinata Shoyo and Kageyama Tobio, facing off against a strong team from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force. Particularly noteworthy are the growth of Hinata and Kageyama's "combination volleyball" and the scene where the team's overall unity is put to the test. The growth of the characters and the importance of teamwork are emphasized, and the content is enjoyable enough as an OVA while retaining the charm of the original work. In particular, the scene in which the members of Karasuno High School gain a new perspective through their interactions and matches with the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force players is very moving. The animation by Production IG faithfully reproduces the powerful volleyball scenes from the original work. In particular, the tension of the match and the movements of the players are depicted in great detail, resulting in a visually very satisfying finish. Director Masako Sato has succeeded in bringing out the unique charm of the OVA without compromising the atmosphere of the original work. In terms of sound, the sound effects that enhance the realism of the match and the passionate performances of the character voice actors stand out. In particular, Murase Ayumu, who plays Hinata, and Ishikawa Kaito, who plays Kageyama, realistically express the emotions of their characters and have the power to draw the viewers' emotions. "Haikyu!! Land vs. Sky" is a work that can be recommended not only to fans of the original work, but also to those who like volleyball and sports anime. In particular, the scenes depicting the team's growth and friendship are moving, and you will discover something new no matter how many times you watch it. Also, since it is an OVA with its own independent story, you can enjoy it even if you have not seen the entire series. Related informationThe "Haikyu!!" series is a manga written by Haruichi Furudate and serialized in Shueisha's "Weekly Shonen Jump." It was serialized from 2012 to 2020, with a total of 45 volumes released. It was also adapted into an anime, with four seasons airing from 2014 to 2020. There have also been several OVAs released, one of which is "Haikyu!! Riku VS Sora." The appeal of "Haikyu!!" is the youth and friendship depicted through the sport of volleyball. The main character, Hinata Shoyo, is small in stature, but he aims to become a player known as the "little giant," and is depicted devoting himself to volleyball. Another highlight is the relationship with Kageyama Tobio, who is both his rival and partner. The "Haikyu!!" series is highly regarded not only as a sports anime, but also as a youth drama, and has gained many fans. In particular, the scenes depicting the team's unity and individual growth are moving and leave a strong impression on viewers. 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Like "Haikyu!!", these works also depict youth and friendship through sports and are sure to inspire viewers. Conclusion"Haikyu!! Land vs. Sky" is an OVA that condenses the charm of the "Haikyu!!" series, and is recommended not only for fans of the original work, but also for those who like volleyball and sports anime. In particular, the scenes depicting the team's growth and friendship are very moving, and you will discover something new no matter how many times you watch it. Also, since it has its own independent story as an OVA, you can enjoy it even if you haven't seen the entire series. Be sure to watch this OVA and rediscover the charm of "Haikyu!!". |
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