ONA
Description
"Busou Shinki: Moon Angel" is a three-episode OVA series that expands on the "Busou Shinki" franchise, which revolves around miniature humanoid robots known as Shinki. These Shinki are designed for both companionship and combat, often engaging in battles to prove their strength and loyalty to their masters. The story centers on four Shinki—Ach, Arnval, Strarf, and Altlene—who live with their owner, a young man named Kousaka.

The narrative begins with the Shinki preparing for a special event called the Moon Angel Festival, a competition where Shinki battle to earn the title of Moon Angel. Each Shinki has a distinct personality and fighting style: Ach is cheerful and energetic, Arnval is calm and strategic, Strarf is serious and disciplined, and Altlene is gentle yet determined. As the festival approaches, the Shinki train rigorously, showcasing their unique abilities and deepening their bonds with Kousaka.

The competition itself serves as the central focus of the series, with the Shinki facing off against formidable opponents in intense battles. The matches highlight their combat skills, teamwork, and individual growth. Throughout the tournament, the Shinki confront challenges that test their resolve, including rivalries, self-doubt, and the pressure to succeed. The series also explores the dynamics between the Shinki and their owner, emphasizing themes of trust, loyalty, and mutual support.

The OVA maintains a balance between action and character-driven moments, providing insight into the Shinki's personalities and their relationships with one another. While the story is relatively straightforward, it effectively captures the essence of the "Busou Shinki" universe, focusing on the Shinki's dedication to their master and their desire to prove themselves in battle. The series concludes with the resolution of the Moon Angel Festival, leaving the Shinki's future adventures open-ended.
Information
Busou Shinki: Moon Angel
武装神姫 MOON ANGEL
Type: ONA
Anime Episodes: 10
Date: 09/22/2011
Categories
Genre
Adventure
Settings
Sci-Fi
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Staff
  • Director
    Masayuki Kojima
    Satoshi Shigeta
  • Storyboard
    Masayuki Kojima
    Mitsuo Fukuda
    Masako Sato
    Satoshi Mori
    Kaori
  • Music
    Kazuma Jinnouchi
    Ludvig Forssell
  • Character Design
    Taraku Uon
    Atsushi Ikariya
  • Chief Animation Director
    Atsushi Ikariya
  • Animation Character Design
    Atsushi Ikariya
  • 3D Director
    Eiji Inomoto
  • Director of Photography
    Shunya Kimura
  • Screenplay
    Megumi Shimizu
  • Episode Director
    Masayuki Kojima
    Masako Sato
  • Original story
    Ryousuke Toriyama
  • Art Director
    Yūsuke Takeda
  • Animation Director
    Satoko Miyachi
    Kyoko Kametani
    Atsushi Ikariya
    Yukie Akiya
    Shūhei Hosokawa
  • Art design
    Yūsuke Takeda
  • Sound Director
    Kazuya Tanaka
  • Producer
    Koutaro Nakayama
    Ryousuke Toriyama
Production
  • Animation Production
    Kinema Citrus
    TNK
    Music
    Opening
    “Labyrinth" (ラビリンス)”
    “Catalysis of the Mind" (孤高のカタルシス; Kokou no Katarushisu)”