TV-Series
Description
"Blue Seed" is a 26-episode anime series that blends elements of mythology, action, and supernatural drama. The story centers on Momiji Fujimiya, a high school girl who discovers she is the descendant of the Kushinada, a lineage tasked with protecting humanity from the Aragami, ancient demonic entities sealed away by the gods. The Aragami are reawakened by the mysterious organization TAC, which seeks to harness their power for its own purposes. Momiji is thrust into a conflict between humanity and these malevolent forces, aided by the Terrestrial Administration Center (TAC), a secret agency dedicated to combating the Aragami.

Momiji’s journey begins when she encounters Kusanagi, a member of TAC who wields a powerful weapon called the Kusangi Sword. Kusanagi is revealed to be a clone of the legendary hero Susanoo, created to combat the Aragami. Together, Momiji and Kusanagi form an uneasy alliance, as Momiji struggles to come to terms with her destiny and the sacrifices it entails. The series explores themes of identity, duty, and the clash between ancient traditions and modern technology.

The Aragami, inspired by Japanese folklore, are depicted as grotesque and formidable adversaries, each with unique abilities tied to their mythological origins. TAC employs advanced technology and ancient artifacts to combat these threats, creating a dynamic interplay between science and mythology. The narrative delves into the origins of the Aragami and their connection to the Kushinada lineage, revealing a complex history of betrayal, power struggles, and divine intervention.

Key characters include Momiji’s childhood friend, Daitetsu Kunikida, who becomes involved in the conflict and provides emotional support, and Kaede Kusanagi, Kusanagi’s sister, who harbors her own secrets and motivations. The series also introduces antagonists such as Murakumo, a rogue TAC scientist with a personal vendetta, and the enigmatic Aragami leader, who seeks to break free from their ancient prison and unleash chaos upon the world.

As the story progresses, Momiji’s role as the Kushinada becomes increasingly pivotal, culminating in a climactic battle that tests her resolve and the bonds she has formed with her allies. The series balances action-packed sequences with moments of introspection, exploring the emotional toll of the characters’ struggles. "Blue Seed" presents a cohesive narrative that intertwines mythological elements with a modern setting, offering a unique take on the battle between humanity and supernatural forces.
Information
Blue Seed
ブルーシード
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 26
Movie/Episode length: 23 min.
Date: 10/05/1994 – 03/29/1995
Categories
Genre
ActionGhost StoriesHorrorComedyCrimeRomance
Settings
Sci-Fi
Tags
Demons
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Princess Kushinada
2It's Cruel! It's Mysterious! It's My Destiny!
3It's Spring! It's the Capital! I'll Do My Best!
4More Bad Luck! Why Does This Always Happen to Me?
5Suprise! She's the Mother of Science!
6Complicated and Hard to Understand! Being a Man Puts You Into Such a Difficult Position!
7I'm Fired Up! I'll Do It! Because I'm the Kushinada!
8What? How Strange! A Rival Appears!
9Are You Serious? Is This a Dream? An Exciting Date!
10Innocence! Love! My First Kiss!
11Irritating! Jealous?! Unbelievable!
12Can You Feel It? I Can't Ignore It! An Ominous Premonition of Catastrophe!
13I Love You! This is so Extreme! It's Time to Confess!
14A Chase Down Yamato Highway! Love Under Fire!
15Lost & Trembling on a Trip to Michinoku!
16Japan is a Paradise! Tears in Wakasa
17Let it Bloom Japan! A Blizzard of One-sided Love!
18Geez! Oh, Man! Sakura's Not Good Enough?
19Heat Haze! Start on a Journey! Love, I Won't be Far From You
20I'm Home! Izumo! The Prologue of Hope!
21Goodbye? No Way! Separation with Tears?
22Sadness, Fate, Momiji Kushinada
23Meeting Again, Starting the Journey, I Won't Give Up!
24The Setting Sun, the Coming Day, a Private Time for Each One
25All or Nothing! Decision! My Fate!
26New Soul
Cast
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Series Director
    Jun Kamiya
  • Script
    Ryōe Tsukimura
    Masaharu Amiya
    Naruhisa Arakawa
    Yuzo Takada
    Kenichi Araki
    Yoshimasa Takahashi
    Aoba Fujimiya
  • Episode Director
    Takao Kato
    Shinya Sadamitsu
    Jun Kamiya
    Yoshio Kato
    Hideaki Kushi
    Kenji Takemura
    Kiyoshi Murayama
    Daisuke Chiba
  • Original creator
    Yuzo Takada
  • Art Director
    Kazuhiro Kinoshita
    Yoshimi Umino
  • Sound Director
    Kazuhiro Wakabayashi
  • Executive producer
    Mitsuhisa Ishikawa
    Hidetoshi Shigematsu
  • Series Composition
    Naruhisa Arakawa
  • Storyboard
    Takao Kato
    Shinya Sadamitsu
    Jun Kamiya
    Jōhei Matsuura
    Hideaki Kushi
    Kenji Takemura
    Hiroyuki Kakudō
    Kiyoshi Murayama
    Fumitaka Ichino
    Daisuke Chiba
    Naako Narito
  • Music
    Kenji Kawai
  • Character Design
    Kazuchika Kise
    Takayuki Gotō
  • Animation Director
    Kazuchika Kise
    Keiji Gotō
    Nobuyoshi Habara
    Atsuo Tobe
    Akio Takami
    Masayuki Uchiyama
    Akiharu Ishii
    Ichio Hayashi
  • Director of Photography
    Kazunori Hashimoto
  • Producer
    Yukinao Shimoji
    Noriko Kobayashi
    Masaki Sawanobori
    Yutaka Sugiyama
    Naohiro Hayashi
Production
  • Production
    MOVIC
    Production I.G
    NAS
    TV Tokyo
    Ashi Productions
  • Animation Production
    Production I.G
    Ashi Productions
Music
Ending
Ep. 1-25
“Touch and Go!!”
Insert songs
Ep. 8
“Hoshi wo Tobikoete -Momiji & Sakura Version-" (星を飛び越えて -紅葉&桜バージョン-)”