The Charm of ‘Majin Hero Legend Wataru: Seven Souls of Ryujinmaru’
Prepare to dive into the enchanting world of anime with the upcoming special broadcast of ‘Majin Hero Legend Wataru: Seven Souls of Ryujinmaru’. This captivating series promises to deliver an unforgettable experience for both long-time fans and newcomers alike. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to witness the magic unfold on screen!
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Introduction to the Special BroadcastAbout ‘Majin Hero Legend Wataru: Seven Souls of Ryujinmaru’Story OverviewCast and CharactersProduction TeamAbout ‘Sunday Anime Theater’
Introduction to the Special Broadcast
On February 16th, a special edition of ‘Majin Hero Legend Wataru: Seven Souls of Ryujinmaru’ will be aired for the first time on television. This captivating work is set to be featured in the ‘Sunday Anime Theater’ at 7 PM on BS12 Twellv, a channel known for its focus on theatrical and long-form anime. This special edition includes new cuts added to the original 2020 release, making it a must-watch for fans and newcomers alike.
About ‘Majin Hero Legend Wataru: Seven Souls of Ryujinmaru’
This special version of ‘Majin Hero Legend Wataru: Seven Souls of Ryujinmaru’ was first unveiled at the Sunrise Festival 2021 and later screened in 34 theaters across Japan for a limited three-week run. It combines the adventures depicted in the original streaming version with additional scenes that were previously only available in novels, comics, and drama CDs, encapsulating the essence of ‘Seven Souls of Ryujinmaru’.
Story Overview
The story follows Wataru as he rushes to the aid of the threatened Kōkai Mountain once again. However, during a battle against the mysterious enemy ‘Dobazda’, Ryujinmaru is shattered into pieces! In despair, Wataru hears Ryujinmaru’s voice, revealing that it is still clinging to life. In a dream, Wataru sees an inverted Kōkai Mountain, known as ‘Musōkaizan’ or ‘The Dream of the Dragon’. Feeling that Ryujinmaru is there, Wataru embarks on another adventure with Toraō and Himiko.
Cast and Characters
- Wataru: Masami Tanaka
- Himiko: Megumi Hayashibara
- Toraō: Ikura Kazue
- Shibaraku: Tomokazu Nishimura
- Kurama: Koichi Yamadera
- Kaika: Rei Takano
- Ryujinmaru: Tetsu Genda
Production Team
- Planning and Production: Sunrise
- Original Creator: Yoshiyuki Sadamoto
- Director: Hiroshi Kamishina
- Script: Shingo Nagai
- Character Design: Momoko Makiuchi
- Mechanical Design: Manabu Shintani
- Art Directors: Shigemi Ikeda, Yukiko Maruyama
- Color Design: Miyuki Sato
- Photography Directors: Yuichiro Nagata, Haruhi Goto
- Editing: Yukiko Nojiri
- Sound Director: Sadayoshi Fujino
- Music: Junichi Kanesaki, Satoshi Kadokura, Hayato Kanbayashi
About ‘Sunday Anime Theater’
‘Sunday Anime Theater’ airs every Sunday at 7 PM, showcasing a variety of anime, from new releases to hidden gems. The program features theatrical anime, long-form series, OVA (Original Video Animation), and special editions, providing viewers with a unique selection that is hard to find on free broadcasts.