The appeal and reviews of the fourth installment of the Kingdom series: A sequel to the epic Warring States period story

The appeal and evaluation of the 4th season of the Kingdom series

"Kingdom" is a TV anime series based on the popular manga by Yasuhisa Hara. We will introduce in detail the fourth season, which aired on NHK General TV from April 10 to October 2, 2022. The series is set in China during the Warring States period and tells the story of Shin's growth from a boy to a hero. The fourth season shows Shin facing further challenges and is full of elements that will keep viewers hooked.

Story and Characters

The story of the fourth season revolves around Shin's performance in the battle against Zhao and his goal to reach even greater heights. In particular, the battle against Zhao's general, Ri Boku, is a highlight not to be missed. Along with Shin's growth, the performance of his companions who support him is also a highlight. In particular, the characters such as Meng Tian and Wang Qi have gained depth, leaving a strong impression on viewers.

Shin's character is a fascinating protagonist who combines bravery and purity. As he grows, viewers can share his suffering and joy and become deeply immersed in the story. In addition, the individuality of each character, such as Meng Tian's calmness and strategy, and Wang Qi's passion and friendship, enriches the story.

Animation and performance

The animation was produced by Pierrot and Studio Signpost, and features beautiful visuals and dynamic battle scenes. In particular, the depiction of the battlefield is realistic and powerful, drawing the viewer into China during the Warring States period. Director Kenichi Imaizumi directed the film to bring out the charm of the original work to the fullest, leaving a strong impression on viewers.

In the fourth season, episodes 23 and 26 in particular were affected, which is noteworthy. Episode 23 was postponed to the following day, the 18th, due to news related to Typhoon No. 14. Additionally, an earthquake occurred during episode 26 (the final episode), which led to an announcement that the show would be suspended mid-air. However, a change in broadcast time was announced during the broadcast, and the show was rebroadcast from 1:03 am on October 9th. These events must have left a strong impression on viewers.

Music and voice acting

The music effectively brings out the tension on the battlefield and the emotions of the characters. In particular, the background music during battle scenes stirs the viewer's heart and creates a sense of excitement in the story. The voice actors' performances are also excellent, with each character's individuality being expressed richly, such as Miyano Mamoru as Shin and Ono Daisuke as Meng Tian.

Ratings and Recommendations

The fourth season of "Kingdom" faithfully reproduces the charm of the original work while attracting viewers with the unique production of anime. There are plenty of highlights, such as the development of the story, character growth, beautiful animation, and powerful battle scenes. It is especially recommended for those who want to enjoy an epic story set in China during the Warring States period.

In addition, the natural disasters that occurred during the broadcast of the fourth season, such as typhoons and earthquakes, must have become special memories for the viewers. Including these events, it can be said that the fourth season of "Kingdom" was a work that left a strong impression on the viewers.

Related information

Kingdom is based on a manga by Hara Yasuhisa, currently serialized in Shueisha's Young Jump magazine. The anime series is produced by the Kingdom Production Committee, with animation by Pierrot and Studio Signpost. Copyright belongs to Hara Yasuhisa/Shueisha/Kingdom Production Committee.

The broadcast period was from April 10 to October 2, 2022, and all 26 episodes were broadcast on NHK General TV. Each episode was 30 minutes long and aired every Sunday from 0:00. The broadcast of the fourth season provided viewers with a lot of excitement and emotion, which resulted in further increasing the popularity of the series.

summary

The fourth season of "Kingdom" is a moving story set in China during the Warring States period, depicting the growth of Shin. The beautiful animation, powerful battle scenes, and charming characters will captivate viewers. In particular, the fact that natural disasters such as typhoons and earthquakes affected the broadcast will surely have been special memories for viewers. If you want to enjoy a grand story set in China during the Warring States period, we highly recommend watching this season.