"Duel Masters King MAX" review: What's the appeal of the 19th installment in the series?

"Duel Masters King MAX" - The climax of a heated duel

"Duel Masters King MAX" is a TV anime series that aired on TV Tokyo from April 3 to August 28, 2022. The work is based on the card game "Duel Masters" by Wizards of the Coast and Shigenobu Matsumoto, and animation was produced by Brain's Base and Shogakukan Music & Digital Entertainment. The director is Hiroshi Ishiodori, the general director is Yusuke Suzuki, the series composition is Yoichi Kato, the character design is Takafumi Koshi, the music is Junichi Igarashi "IGAO", and the sound director is Takumi Ito. It is produced by TV Tokyo and Shogakukan Shueisha Productions.

The series consists of 22 episodes and aired every Sunday from 8:30 to 9:00 in a 30-minute slot. Copyright TM and ©2022, Wizards of the Coast, Shogakukan, Mitsui/Kids, ShoPro, TV TOKYO.

story

The main character, Masaru Kirifuda (Joe), is a sixth grader who loves drawing and playing Duel Masters. He meets Decky, a "talking deck case" with the ability to create creatures, and creates his partners, the "Jokers." Joe and his friends enjoy playing Duel Masters, but Abaku Onifuda, a man who has become a demon after being fascinated by demons, appears again. What is Abaku's purpose? The climax of Joe's story begins.

cast

Yumiko Kobayashi plays Joe and Shota, and Setsuji Sato plays Decky. Other voice actors include Toshiyuki Toyonaga as Kira, Minoru Shiraishi as Boltz, Aki Toyosaki as Urara Kamomo, Taichi Ichikawa as Cap, Kumiko Watanabe as Smartphone and Kabamaro, Masakazu Morita as Zero Junior, Junichi Toki as Tennoji Hyde, Ayaka Suwa as Jomon Himiko, and Ryohei Kimura as Onifuda Abaku.

Main Staff

The original work is by Shigenobu Matsumoto, the general director is Hiroshi Ishiodori, the director is Yusuke Suzuki, the series composition is by Yoichi Kato, the character design is by Takafumi Koshi, the music is by Junichi Igarashi "IGAO", the sound director is Takumi Ito, the animation is by Brain's Base and Shogakukan Music & Digital Entertainment, and it is produced by TV Tokyo and Shogakukan Shueisha Productions.

Main Characters

Joe Kirifuda is a sixth grader who loves Duel Masters, and meets Decky and engages in heated battles with many rivals. Decky is Joe's partner and has the ability to materialize creature pictures and turn them into cards. Kira is Joe's childhood friend, a hero character with a sharp mind, outstanding athletic ability, and a strong sense of justice. Boltz is a nice guy who wears speakers as headphones and gets around on a skateboard, and has a passionate friendship with his best friend Dachikko. Urara Momo is a classmate of Joe who attends the same school as him, and is actually a princess of the nature civilization. Cap is a candidate for Duel Master of the water civilization, which boasts advanced scientific power, and has a bright personality and quickly becomes friends with anyone. Hyde is a calm and intelligent elite who was once the student council president of Ourai Academy. Himiko is a character who looks cute but has a tough personality and is knowledgeable about history. Abak had previously been defeated by Joe after being transformed into a demon in both body and mind, but he has appeared before Joe again, and his purpose seems to be connected to his past.

subtitle

From episode 1, "Joe's Hot Duel of the Power of Bonds! Joe vs. Decky!" to episode 17, "Thank you! Joe, the Last Friend, Duel Masters," each episode depicts passionate duels and friendships. In particular, episode 10, "The Duel at Ourai Academy! Joe vs. Abaku the Demon!" and episode 15, "The Demon's Blood Boils! Abaku the Demon's True Desire!" are important episodes leading up to the climax.

Related Titles

"Duel Masters King MAX" has related works such as special editions, "Duel Masters King" and "Duel Masters King!" By enjoying these works together, you can experience the world of Duel Masters more deeply.

Theme songs and music

The opening theme is "Historia", written, composed and arranged by Kairiki Bear, and sung by Beardard. The ending theme is "Korekara", written by Minori, composed and arranged by Yuya Saito, and sung by Coeur à Coeur. These songs further enhance the excitement of the story.

The appeal and evaluation of "Duel Masters King MAX"

"Duel Masters King MAX" is a story about heated battles and friendships set in the world of Duel Masters. The duels between the main character Joe Kirifuda and his partner Decky have the power to draw viewers in. In addition, each character has a rich personality, and the storyline is getting more and more exciting as it approaches its climax.

Of particular note is the showdown with Onizaka Abaku. As Abaku's past and purpose become clear, there are many scenes in which Joe and his friends' bonds are put to the test. These episodes are moving and exciting for viewers. The rules and strategies of Duel Masters are also carefully explained, so even beginners can enjoy the game.

The voice actors are also superb, especially Yumiko Kobayashi as Joe and Ryohei Kimura as Abak. The powerful music by Junichi Igarashi “IGAO” adds excitement to the story and captures the hearts of viewers.

Recommended points

"Duel Masters King MAX" is recommended not only for Duel Masters fans, but also for those who like works that depict friendship and battles. In particular, it is a must-see for those who want to be moved by the bond between Joe and Decky and the friendship between their friends. It is also useful for those who want to learn the rules and strategies of Duel Masters.

Furthermore, by watching the related works, you can gain a deeper understanding of the world of Duel Masters. The opening and ending songs are also great, so it is recommended to watch the video while enjoying the music.

"Duel Masters King MAX" is a wonderful work that depicts a story of passionate duels and friendship. I hope many people will see it.