Description
"Patapata Hikōsen no Bōken" is a 26-episode anime series set in an alternate steampunk-inspired world where airships dominate the skies. The story centers on Jane Buxton, a young girl living in the peaceful countryside of England. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she discovers a mysterious pendant left by her late father, a renowned inventor. The pendant contains a map leading to a legendary floating island known as "Elysium," said to hold advanced technology and untold treasures. Determined to uncover the truth about her father’s work and the island’s existence, Jane embarks on a journey aboard an airship named the "Silvana."
Accompanying Jane is her loyal friend Keith Anyan, a skilled mechanic with a sharp mind and a protective nature. Together, they navigate a world filled with political intrigue, rival factions, and dangerous adversaries. The Silvana’s crew, led by the enigmatic Captain Gad, provides both support and challenges as Jane’s quest unfolds. Along the way, they encounter various allies and enemies, including the powerful and secretive organization known as the "Grand Stream," which seeks to control Elysium for its own purposes.
The narrative explores themes of adventure, discovery, and the consequences of technological advancement. Jane’s journey is not only a physical one but also an emotional and intellectual quest to understand her father’s legacy and the broader implications of Elysium’s existence. The series balances action-packed sequences with moments of introspection, as the characters grapple with moral dilemmas and the weight of their choices.
As the story progresses, Jane and her companions uncover hidden truths about Elysium, its connection to her father, and the potential dangers it poses to the world. The series builds toward a climactic confrontation that tests the resolve and unity of the Silvana’s crew. Through its intricate plot and well-developed characters, "Patapata Hikōsen no Bōken" offers a compelling exploration of ambition, loyalty, and the pursuit of knowledge in a richly imagined world.
Accompanying Jane is her loyal friend Keith Anyan, a skilled mechanic with a sharp mind and a protective nature. Together, they navigate a world filled with political intrigue, rival factions, and dangerous adversaries. The Silvana’s crew, led by the enigmatic Captain Gad, provides both support and challenges as Jane’s quest unfolds. Along the way, they encounter various allies and enemies, including the powerful and secretive organization known as the "Grand Stream," which seeks to control Elysium for its own purposes.
The narrative explores themes of adventure, discovery, and the consequences of technological advancement. Jane’s journey is not only a physical one but also an emotional and intellectual quest to understand her father’s legacy and the broader implications of Elysium’s existence. The series balances action-packed sequences with moments of introspection, as the characters grapple with moral dilemmas and the weight of their choices.
As the story progresses, Jane and her companions uncover hidden truths about Elysium, its connection to her father, and the potential dangers it poses to the world. The series builds toward a climactic confrontation that tests the resolve and unity of the Silvana’s crew. Through its intricate plot and well-developed characters, "Patapata Hikōsen no Bōken" offers a compelling exploration of ambition, loyalty, and the pursuit of knowledge in a richly imagined world.
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Staff
- Director · Yuichiro Yano
- Script · Yuka Yamada
- Script · Noriko Tanimura
- Script · Kōichi Mashima
- Script · Miwa Satojima
- Storyboard · Yuichiro Yano
- Storyboard · Kazuhide Tomonaga
- Storyboard · Toshihiko Masuda
- Storyboard · Kōji Takeuchi
- Storyboard · Teiichi Takiguchi
- Storyboard · Hiroyuki Aoyama
- Storyboard · Atsuko Tanaka
- Storyboard · Keiichiro Furuya
- Story · Yuichiro Yano
- Story · Kōji Takeuchi
- Story · Keiichiro Furuya
- Episode Director · Keiko Oyamada
- Episode Director · Keiichiro Furuya
- Episode Director · Jin Hwa Kang
- Episode Director · E Choul Kim
- Episode Director · Jae Go Yoon
- Music · Daisuke Ikeda
- Music · Toshio Nakagawa
- Original creator · Jules Verne
- Character Design · Kenji Hachizaki
- Art Director · Makoto Shiraishi
- Animation Director · Hisao Yokobori
- Animation Director · Hiroaki Noguchi
- Animation Director · Masaya Yasutome
- Animation Director · Eun Chul Kim
- Animation Director · Moon Soo Lee
- Animation Director · Eun Ok Choi
- Animation Director · Eun Joo Ko
- Mechanical design · Kazuhide Tomonaga
- Art design · Hiroshi Nitta
- Executive producer · Shunzō Katō
- Producer · Kōji Takeuchi
- Producer · Michiko Suzuki
- Producer · Dong Uk Lee
Production
- Production · TMS Entertainment
- Production · Sega
- Animation Production · Telecom Animation Film
- Production · Telecom Animation Film
- Production · WOWOW
- Production · ZET
- Production · Koko Enterprise Co. Ltd
Music
Ending
- 1-13“"What Can I Do"” - Michael Africk with Mai-K
- 14-26“"This is your life"” - Aiko Ohno

