The appeal and evaluation of "Tenchi Muyo! Ryo-Ohki" - A deep review of the 5th OVA

The appeal and full details of the fifth OVA of "Tenchi Muyo! Ryo-Ohki"

"Tenchi Muyo! Ryo-Ohki" started as an original video animation series planned and produced by AIC in 1992 and released by Pioneer LDC. Of particular note among them is the fifth season of the OVA "Tenchi Muyo! Ryo-Ohki," which is considered the official story. This series is produced by AIC, just like the previous fourth season, and is directed by the original author, Masaki Kajishima, and is showing new developments. It was released in six episodes on February 28, 2020, and became a long-awaited sequel for fans.

story

Masaki Tenchi, the heir to Masaki Shrine, is an ordinary young man. However, his life changes dramatically with the birth of his younger brother, Masaki Kenshi. Kenshi is a boy destined to go alone to another world, but he does not succumb to his fate and grows up under the watchful eye of those around him. This story was merely the prologue to a grand story that involves not only Tenchi, Kenshi, and the Masaki family, but also the Masaki clan and Jyurai who live on Earth, and all those who are involved in space.

Commentary

The fifth season of "Tenchi Muyo! Ryo-Ohki" is positioned as the official story of the series. With original author Masaki Kajishima as general director and AIC in charge of production, it has become a series that fans are looking forward to. In the fifth season, new characters are introduced and new sides of existing characters are depicted. The story is also more epic than ever, and the plot continues to draw viewers in.

cast

The cast of this series is as follows: The voice actors of each character bring more depth and realism to the story.

• Tenchi Masaki/Masami Kikuchi
• Ryoko/Ai Orikasa
• Masaki Aekajurai/Naoto Haruhi
• Sasamiki Kirai/Chisa Yokoyama
• Miho Kurumitsu/Michie Tomizawa
• White eyebrow washi feather/Yuko Kobayashi
• Noike the Sacred Tree / Naomi Shindo
• Ryōōki/Etsuko Kozakura
• Kenji Masaki/Yukiko Morishita
• Nobuyuki Masaki/Katsuyuki Konishi
• Rea Masaki/Rio Natsuki
• Masaki Tennyo/Shinohara Emi
• Jovia Jovis/Suzuka Yuzuki
• Visiting Kisumi/Touma Yumi
• Minamida/Yuji Nojima
• Miki Steinbeck/Rie Tanaka
• Kirche/Megumi Toyoguchi
• Fuku/Chie Nakamura
• Kiriko Masaki/Hime Sakuma
• Rain Sounds Kaunack/Mariko Suzuki
• Ryoko Balta/Aya Hisakawa
• Neige Na Mermas/Nana Mizuki
• Fire training / Shiho Kawaraki
• White Lotus/Sanae Kobayashi
• Quis Panta/Kikuko Inoue
• Sacred tree Seto Jyurai/Nozawa Yukari
• Mizuho Masaki/Yuko Nagashima
• Standing Apple / Rui Tanabe
• Masaki Otoka/Sato Azusa
• Runaway General / Yoshiya Nariie
• Milon Pham/Hana Takeda
• Dard Shank/Kei Shindo
• Area Balta/Misato Fukuen
• Apuesta da ruma / Sawako Hata
• Party July / Sarah Emi Bridcutt

Main Staff

The following staff members are involved in the production of this series. Thanks to their hands, the story is vividly depicted.

• Original work: Masaki Kajishima, AIC
• General Director: Masaki Kajishima
• Director: Keitaro Motonaga
• Series composition and script by Hideki Shirane
• Directed by: Okatatsuya
• Original character design: Masaki Kajishima
• Character design and chief animation director: Sayuri Sakimoto
• Assistant Director: Yasushi Murayama
• Art setting: Kazuhiro Arai
• Art Director: Masatoshi Kai
• Color setting: Takuya Kawami
• Director of photography: Yasushi Hattori
• Music: Toshinori Orikura, Eiichiro Yanagi, Sora Yamada, Kyohei Nishizaka, Gaku Minato (Composers from STRIKERS), Hiroshi Nakamura
• Music producers: Yusuke Hasegawa, Shinichi Tou
• Sound Director: Yasunori Honda
• Effects/Junichi Sasaki
• Sound Production: Pony Canyon Enterprises
• Ending theme song/Kaori Oda
• Animation production: AIC
• Animation production cooperation: A-Line
• Production: “Tenchi Muyo! Ryouuki” 5th Production Committee

Main Characters

Here is a detailed introduction to the main characters of this series.

Masaki Tenchi

He is the grandson of Katsuhito, the chief priest of Masaki Shrine, and the protagonist of the Ryo-Ohki series. He is a direct descendant of Jurai, the monarchy that is the largest power in the Galaxy Union, and is constantly plagued by women. Tenchi's character grows throughout the series and is shown facing various challenges. His humanity and growth deeply moves the viewers.

Shout

The story begins when Tenchi releases the seal on Ryoko, a demon sealed away in Masaki Shrine. A former space pirate, Ryoko's powers were stolen by Tenchi, and she ended up living in the Masaki household. She has been watching Tenchi since she was a child, and these feelings eventually turn into feelings. Ryoko's character is one that combines strength and kindness, and leaves a strong impression on viewers.

Masaki, Aeka, and Jurai

She is the current First Princess of Jurai, and follows her brother Haruteru to Earth. After her ship, the Ryuoh, is destroyed by Ryoko and Ryoohki, she ends up living with the Masaki family. As she interacts with Tenchi, she is drawn to him. She is good at sewing, but not so good at other household chores. She is also Ryoko's love rival, and her character is portrayed as a strong-willed woman with complicated emotions.

Masaki, Sasami, and Jurai

She is the second princess of Jurai and the younger sister of Aeka. Unlike her older sister, she is a versatile housekeeper and runs the kitchen of the Masaki family together with Noike. Her character is a presence that combines kindness and strength to support the family, giving viewers a sense of security.

Kurumitsu Mihoshi

She is a first-class detective in the Galaxy Police and a troublemaker nicknamed the "accidental genius." In fact, she is such an airhead that her friends and colleagues have had a hard time dealing with her. She visits Earth for certain reasons and ends up staying with the Masaki family. Her character is a humorous and proactive presence that provides laughs to viewers.

White Eyebrows

She calls herself "the most brilliant scientist in the universe" and is one of the founders of the Galaxy Academy, which has produced many great people, and is also a philosopher herself. She prefers to be called "chan" by others, and will call people she likes by adding "dono." She is the creator of Ryoko and Ryo-ohki, and also their genetic mother. Her character is an important presence that moves the story forward, using her knowledge and wisdom.

Sacred Tree Noike Jurai

She is a former GP (Galaxy Police) first-class detective, and is Mihoshi's partner and a colleague. She is the adopted daughter of Kamiki Seto, and appears at the Masaki household as Tenchi's fiancee (actually to watch over Tenchi and his friends). As she gets to know him, she begins to develop feelings for him that go beyond affection. Her character is one that combines strength and kindness, and leaves a deep impression on viewers.

Ryōōki

She is a spaceship and its central bio-computer unit, and usually lives in human or animal form. While living with the Masaki family, she learned the taste of carrots, which became her favorite food. She has a younger sister (same class ship), Fuku. Her character is humorous and lovable, providing laughs to the viewers.

Kenji Masaki

He is the son of Nobuyuki and Rea, and the half-brother of Tenchi and Tennyo. He is "destined to go to another world" due to the curse of his mother Rea, and as such, he is given a "gifted (?) education" by not only the Masaki family, but also many other people, including Jurai. His character depicts the courage and growth required to face difficulties, and deeply moves viewers.

Nobuyuki Masaki

He is the father of Tenjo, Tenchi and Kenshi, and is a very ordinary member of the Masaki family, but in a way he is an amazing person, having married his ex-wife, Kiyone. His character is a presence that combines kindness and strength to support his family, giving viewers a sense of security.

Reia Masaki

She is the mother of the swordsman, the stepmother of the celestial maiden Tenchi, and the adopted daughter of the Masaki family. She is an employee of Nobuyuki's architectural design office and is happily married. She is like a sister to Tenchi's mother, Kiyone, and was an artificial organism that was picked up when she was transferred from the other world, "Geminar." Her character is a presence that combines kindness and strength to support her family, and she deeply moves the viewers.

Masaki Tennyo

She is the eldest daughter of the Masaki family and the older sister of Tenchi Kenshi. She is the president of the "Masaki Ladies' Association" that governs the women of the Masaki clan on Earth, and looks just like her mother, Kiyone (deceased). Like her grandmother, she has a playful personality and is a severe brocon. Her character is one that combines kindness and strength to support her family, and she deeply moves viewers.

Jovia Jovis

She is a mysterious, beautiful (?) mage who calls herself "forever 17" and has the heart of a maiden. Contrary to her appearance, she is a pervert with "elements" that are not maiden-like, and is a good "toy" for the swordsman and Ryo-Ohki. Her character is humorous and lovable, providing laughs to the viewers.

Visit

She is one of the three goddesses of creation and the goddess who manages the dimension. She keeps her small size to minimize the impact on the dimension when she appears. One of her sisters is Hakubi Washu. Her character is an important character who advances the story by making full use of her knowledge and wisdom.

Minamida

He was a junior of Tenchi's and lived near Masaki Village, but by chance he became involved with Jurai and the Galaxy Alliance. He is currently a young man who is a member of the GP Academy, and his real name is "Yamada Seinan." After returning from the Reza Alliance and returning to Earth, he now goes by the name "Minamida" and is currently tasked with monitoring and managing the South Seas region on Earth (although he is by no means on vacation on a southern island...). His character depicts the courage and growth required to face difficulties, and leaves a deep impression on viewers.

Miki Steinbeck

She was a senior at the GP Academy and lost her body in an accident, but now she has a new body and can transform into beast forms like Ryo-Ohki and Fuku. Her character is a presence that combines strength and kindness, and deeply moves viewers.

Kirche

She was an AI-CG idol whose human rights were recognized, but she ran away from home and went missing. She was rescued by Seinan, and obtained a clone body of Fuku, which allowed her to materialize and take on a human form. Her character is humorous and lovable, providing laughs to viewers.

Fortune

She is also the main computer of Minamida's ship, Morihebikai, and as she grows, she is able to take on a human form. Her character is humorous and lovable, providing laughs for the audience.

Masaki, Kiriko, and Jurai

She is a woman of the Masaki clan who lives on Earth, and one of Seinan's wives. She is Kai's best friend, and has cared for Seinan since childhood. She is actually a secret fantasy otaku. Her character is a presence that combines kindness and strength to support her family, and she deeply moves viewers.

Rain Sounds Kaunack

She is the daughter of the clothing manufacturer "Kaunack" and a former GP second-class detective. When she came into contact with Seinan during a visit to Earth and left a guidebook to the GP Academy behind, she became the catalyst for Minami to go into space. In a sense, she is also the "root cause" of the incident and one of Minami's wives. Her character is one that combines strength and kindness, and she deeply moves viewers.

Ryoko Balta

She was named after the former space pirate, Ryoko, who was a great pirate. She was originally a princess of Balta, but gave up her claim to the throne and joined forces with Minami. She was also the first space pirate that Minami came into contact with. Her character is one that combines strength and kindness, and she deeply moves viewers.

Neige na Melmas

She was a shrine maiden of the religious nation of Melmas and was the most powerful person in the country. She has now left her position as a shrine maiden and is currently working at GP Academy, under Minamida. Her character is an important character who advances the story by making full use of her knowledge and wisdom.

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She was a spirit sleeping inside Seinan's ZINV, but by getting close to Fuku's clone body, she was able to materialize and have a body. Like Miki and Kirche, she can also transform into a beast form. Her character is humorous and lovable, providing laughs to the viewers.

Fire training

She is a lady-in-waiting under Seto, with a straightforward personality that matches her boyish appearance. Her character is one that combines strength and kindness, and leaves a deep impression on viewers.

Hakuren

Like Karen, she is a spy from the Renza Alliance and was a lady-in-waiting under Seto, but now, like Karen, she serves as a lady-in-waiting to Minami. Her character is one that combines strength and kindness, and she deeply moves viewers.

Suiren

Like Karen and Hakuren, she is a spy from the Renza Alliance and was a lady-in-waiting under Seto, but now, like Karen and the others, she serves as a lady-in-waiting to Minami. Her character is one that combines strength and kindness, and she deeply moves viewers.

Quis Panta

Among the ladies-in-waiting directly under Seto, she is the highest-ranking and closest to him. After Seinan was abducted by the Suzaku Alliance at the hands of Karen and the others, she was forced into a situation where she had no choice but to operate in the shadows. She has now returned to Kamiki Seto, but only a few people know her true identity. Her character is important as she uses her knowledge and wisdom to move the story forward.

Sacred Tree Seto Jurai

She is the wife of the head of the Kamiki family, one of the four royal families that make up Jurai, but is also known as the "highest authority behind Jurai" within the Galactic Federation and is feared. She is the person who determined the future of Minamida, who went into space. However, even Seto cannot stand up to her subordinate, Tachiki Ringo. Her character is important as she uses her knowledge and wisdom to move the story forward.

Mizuho Masaki

She is the eldest daughter of Katsuhito (Haruteru) and Airi, and Kiyone's older sister. She is a direct adjutant in the intelligence department, also known as the Shield of Seto, and she dotes on her nephews Tenchi and Kenshi. She especially cares for Tenchi, so much so that she calls him "my Tenchi-chan" and monopolizes him. Her character is one that combines kindness and strength to support her family, and she deeply moves viewers.

Standing apple tree

She is the head of the accounting department under Seto and can be considered the treasurer. Even Seto is in awe of her power and ability and cannot look her in the eye. Her character is an important character who advances the story by making full use of her knowledge and wisdom.

Masaki Otaka

She is a court lady under Seto and a subordinate of Ringo. She is from Masaki Village on Earth and is a distant relative of Nobuyuki and Tenchi. Her character is a presence that combines kindness and strength to support her family, and she deeply moves viewers.

Runner General

He is an ordinary boy from Earth who traveled to Banjo Island due to family circumstances. He is an unfortunate boy who becomes involved with the Space and Galactic Federation on Banjo Island. He owns the ownership of Banjo Island and manages the island together with Milon and others as its representatives. He has the special skill of never losing at rock-paper-scissors. He is one of the few who does not know the true identity of "Minamida", whom he met on Banjo Island. His character depicts the courage and growth that comes with facing difficulties, and deeply moves the viewer.

Milon Pham

She went to Banjo Island as a monitor for the Earth side, but when Shou became involved, she decided to walk a different path. At first, she had feelings for "Minamida", the manager and monitor for the space side, but now her feelings are directed towards Shou. She is actually the daughter of a large conglomerate, and she and Jovia make a "good pair". Her character is one that combines strength and kindness, and she deeply moves the viewers.

Dard Shank

He is the representative of the Shank Guild during the "Paradise War" and is a wild child with a strong body, so much so that he could be called a physical freak. His character is a presence that combines strength and kindness, and deeply moves the viewers.

Area Balta

She is the representative of Balta during the "Paradise War" and is a straight man to Dard, who often uses his intelligence to deal with things because he is weak. Her character is an important character who moves the story forward by making full use of her knowledge and wisdom.

Apuesta da Ruma

She is the representative of the Da Lumar Guild during the "Paradise War", a woman of few words and characterized by her long ears. Her character is an important character who advances the story by making full use of her knowledge and wisdom.

Party July

She is the representative of the July Guild during the "Paradise War", and her family was banished from Jurai in the past. She is a master of the short spear. Her character is a presence that combines strength and kindness, and deeply moves the viewers.

Masaki, Asusa, and Jyurai

He is the current Jurai Emperor, Haruteru's father, and from Tenchi's point of view, his great-grandfather. He stopped by Earth during his warrior training and fell in love with Funao, which is how they became involved. Among the current Jurai, where the female lineage is strong, he is one of the people who is toyed with by Seto. His character is an important presence that moves the story forward, making full use of his knowledge and wisdom.

Masaki, Funao, and Jurai

She is the first queen of Juraiou Asusha, a native of Earth and the mother of Katsuhito (Haruaki). Her character is a presence that combines kindness and strength to support her family, and she deeply touches the viewers.

Masaki, Misaki, and Jurai

She is the second queen of Juraiou Azusa, mother of Aeka and Sasami, and daughter of Kamiki Seto. She has physical strength that is hard to tell from her behavior. Her character is a combination of strength and kindness, which deeply touches the viewers.

Airi Masaki

She is the president of the Galaxy Academy and the GP Academy, and the wife of Katsuhito (Haruhito). In other words, she is Tenchi's grandmother, and gets angry when people call her "Grandma." Her character is an important presence that advances the story by making full use of her knowledge and wisdom.

Sacred Tree, Inland Sea, and Tree Thunder

He is the current head of the Kamiki family, Seto's husband, and Misagi's father. He is in awe of Seto. His character is an important presence that advances the story by utilizing his knowledge and wisdom.

Kurumitsu Mimori

She is the de facto head of the Kurumitsu family and the principal of GP Academy. The head of the family is her younger brother, Minami, but she cannot stand up to her older sister, Mimori. Her character is an important character who advances the story by making full use of her knowledge and wisdom.

Kurumitsu Miran

He is the head of the Kurumitsu family and Mikami's younger brother. He is Mihoshi and Misaki's grandfather and Mitoto's father. His character is an important figure who advances the story with his knowledge and wisdom.

Kurumitsu Gintan

He is Mito's husband and Mihoshi and Misaki's father. His character is a man of kindness and strength who supports his family, and he touches viewers deeply.

Kurumitsu Mito Jump

She is a GP cleaning worker and Mihoshi's mother. She is so absorbed in cleaning that she goes to various places without realizing it, going in and out of here and there. She is not aware that she is moving around. Her character is humorous and lovable, providing laughs to the viewers.

Kurumitsu Misaki

He is a brother who loves his sister more than you would imagine. He is married and has a wife named Mathis. His character is a presence that combines kindness and strength to support his family, and he deeply touches the viewers.

Kurumitsu Masis

She is a member of the GP and married Misakio into the Kurumitsu family. Noike was her former colleague at GP. Her character is a presence that combines strength and kindness, and deeply moves the viewers.

Shikaichiki

He is the father of the current Jurai Emperor Azusa. His character is an important figure who advances the story with his knowledge and wisdom.

Shikaamame

She is the mother of Juraio Azusa and a former member of the Masaki royal family. Her character is a presence that combines kindness and strength to support her family, and she deeply touches the viewers.

Hirata Yusaki

She is the wife of Hirata Kanemitsu, known as the Sword of Seto. She has a tomboyish personality and trains physically as a swordsman. Her character is one that combines strength and kindness, and leaves a deep impression on viewers.

Gyokuren

Like Karen, Hakuren and the others, she is a spy from the Renza Alliance and was a lady-in-waiting under Seto, but now, like Karen and the others, she serves as a lady-in-waiting to Minamida. Her character is one that combines strength and kindness, and she deeply moves viewers.

subtitle

The subtitles of each episode in this series are as follows. Each episode will deepen the development of the story.

• Episode 1: Mother-in-law, sister-in-law, inheritance, and... (2020/02/28)
• Episode 2: Paradise Plan (2020/05/29)
• Episode 3: Welcome to Banjo Island (2020/08/28)
• Episode 4: Paradise Paradigm (2020/11/27)
• Episode 5: You may have had various opinions, but things turned out as they were (2021/02/26)
• Episode 6: The Maximum (?) Hero's Journey (2021/05/28)

Ratings and Recommendations

The fifth OVA of "Tenchi Muyo! Ryo-Ohki" is a long-awaited sequel for fans of the series and a fascinating work for new viewers. The story is more epic than ever, depicting the growth of the characters and new encounters. In particular, the relationship between Tenchi and the swordsman, as well as the relationship between the Masaki family and Jurai, are deeply explored, and the story continues to draw viewers in.

The cast and staff are also impressive. The voice actors for each character bring a deeper, more realistic portrayal of the story, leaving a strong impression on viewers. Furthermore, the production also maintains a high level of quality in terms of music, art, color settings, and more, making it a visual treat.

This series is a perfect blend of science fiction, fantasy, comedy, and human drama, and is recommended for a wide range of audiences. It will especially resonate with viewers who can relate to themes such as family love, friendship, and growth. It is also recommended for those who are interested in the humanity and relationships of the characters depicted throughout the series.

The fifth OVA of "Tenchi Muyo! Ryo-Ohki" is sure to bring viewers a lot of excitement and laughter as a new chapter in the series. Please be sure to experience this epic story.