The Prince Who Ran Away: A thorough review of the clever escape technique and story of growth

"The Prince Who Runs Away" - A youth drama woven by a genius at escaping

The long-awaited TV anime series "Nigejou no Wakakuni" will be broadcast in the summer of 2024. The original is a popular manga serialized in "Weekly Shonen Jump" by Matsui Yusei, and its unique world view and the charm of the characters have attracted many fans. In this article, we will take a closer look at the appeal and highlights of this work, as well as expectations for its anime adaptation.

The appeal and story of the original

The original work of "The Prince Who Runs Away" is a youth drama written by Matsui Yusei. The protagonist, the young prince, is a boy who is good at running away from difficulties. The story depicts him meeting various people and growing up. The appeal of the original work is, above all, its realistic portrayal of human beings and the anguish and hope of youth depicted through the theme of escape. The feelings and conflicts of the characters, including the young prince, are depicted in detail, allowing readers to look back on their own youth as they watch the characters grow.

The story begins with the young prince transferring to a new school. There, he meets classmates with various personalities, which makes him think about friendship, love, and his own meaning of existence. In particular, his relationship with his classmate Mizuki is a major axis of the story, and the changes in their relationship add excitement to the story.

Expectations and highlights of the anime adaptation

The anime adaptation of "Nigejou no Wakakuni" was long-awaited news for fans of the original work. The director is Yuta Yamazaki, the assistant director is Yusuke Kawakami, and the production will be handled by CloverWorks. CloverWorks is a studio that has worked on many popular works such as "Your Lie in April" and "The Promised Neverland", so expectations are high for the quality of the work.

The highlight of the anime adaptation is how they will visualize the worldview of the original work. The original work depicts the inner thoughts of the young lord and the feelings of his classmates in detail, and it will be particularly interesting to see how they will be expressed in the anime. There is also a possibility that new scenes and episodes not depicted in the original work will be added, which is also something to look forward to.

Character Introduction

The charm of "The Prince Who Runs Away" lies in its characters. Here, we will introduce the main characters.

Young Master

The protagonist, a young prince, is a boy who is good at running away from difficulties. However, his running away is not simply due to laziness, but because he is harboring his own weaknesses and insecurities. The story depicts how he meets various people and comes to terms with himself. The young prince's growth is a major theme of the story, and is sure to be a point that viewers can sympathize with.

Mizuki

She is a classmate of the young lord and another central character in the story. Mizuki has a bright and cheerful personality and is a leader in her class. However, she also has her own worries and conflicts, which are depicted through her relationship with the young lord. The relationship between Mizuki and the young lord changes as the story progresses, drawing viewers in.

Other characters

In addition to the young lord and Mitsuki, many other characters with unique personalities appear in the story. For example, Kenta, a classmate, is a boy who is good at sports and has a bright personality, but he also has his own worries, which become clear as the story progresses. Also, teacher Yamamoto-sensei is there to watch over the growth of his students, and the story is told from his perspective as well. The human drama woven by these characters is one of the attractions of "The Prince Who Runs Away."

Broadcast information and how to watch

"Nigejou no Wakakuni" will be broadcast on TOKYO MX and BS11 from July 6 to September 28, 2024, every Saturday from 11:30 PM to 12 AM. The series will consist of 12 episodes, each 30 minutes long. In addition to watching it in real time on the broadcasting station, it is also planned to be distributed on various video distribution services. Specific distribution services and distribution start dates will be announced on the official website and official SNS from time to time, so it is a good idea to check there.

Production staff and production committee

CloverWorks will be in charge of producing "The Prince Who Runs Away." CloverWorks is a studio that has worked on many popular works in the past, so expectations are high for the quality of the work. With a stellar team of directors, including Yamazaki Yuta and assistant director Kawakami Yusuke, it is expected that the series will faithfully recreate the world of the original work while bringing out new charms. The series will also be produced by the The Prince Who Runs Away Production Committee, with Matsui Yusei, the original author, also participating as a member. The copyright is owned by Matsui Yusei, Shueisha, and the The Prince Who Runs Away Production Committee.

Recommendations and ratings

"The Prince Who Runs Away" is a work that has attracted many fans as a youth ensemble drama. The appeal of the original work is the realistic portrayal of human beings, and the anguish and hope of youth depicted through the theme of escape, and this will surely be further deepened by the anime adaptation. In particular, the growth of the characters, including the young lord and Mizuki, and the changes in their relationships will surely be points that viewers can empathize with. Expectations are also high for the high-quality production by CloverWorks and the direction by a stellar team of staff including Yamazaki Yuta and Kawakami Yusuke.

This work is especially recommended for those who like works with a youth theme and those who want to enjoy human drama. It is sure to be widely accepted not only by fans of the original work but also by anime fans, so please look forward to the broadcast.

Related information and links

The official website and official SNS of "Nigejou no Wakakuni" are constantly updated with the latest information, broadcast schedule, cast and staff information, etc. The original manga is also being serialized in "Weekly Shonen Jump" and is also available in book form, so if you are interested, please check it out. Below are links to related information for your reference.

• Official website
• Official Twitter
• Original serialization page

Above, we have explained in detail the appeal and highlights of "The Prince Who Ran Away," as well as our expectations for the anime adaptation. This is a moving story that depicts the suffering and hope of youth, and is a work that will make each and every viewer think about something. Please look forward to the broadcast.