Description
"Jiburiru: Second Coming" is a supernatural action anime that revolves around the resurgence of ancient, malevolent entities known as the Jiburiru, who once threatened humanity but were sealed away centuries ago. The story begins with the accidental release of these beings due to a ritual gone wrong, orchestrated by a secretive cult seeking to harness their power. The Jiburiru, now free, begin to wreak havoc, targeting key locations and individuals tied to their original defeat.
The protagonist, Akira Tachibana, is a high school student who becomes the unwilling host of one of the Jiburiru, a powerful entity named Zekiel. Despite initial resistance, Akira forms a reluctant partnership with Zekiel, as the entity’s survival is tied to Akira’s own. Together, they must navigate a world where the lines between ally and enemy blur, as various factions emerge with conflicting agendas. Some seek to destroy the Jiburiru entirely, while others aim to control or exploit their power.
Akira is joined by a diverse group of allies, including Rina Fujimoto, a skilled exorcist with a personal vendetta against the Jiburiru, and Haruto Saito, a researcher specializing in ancient texts who provides crucial knowledge about the entities. The group also encounters other hosts like Akira, each with their own Jiburiru, leading to alliances and rivalries that shape the narrative. As the story progresses, it becomes clear that the Jiburiru’s return is tied to a larger, apocalyptic prophecy, and Akira must confront his own role in either preventing or fulfilling it.
The plot is driven by a series of escalating conflicts, as the Jiburiru grow stronger and more organized, culminating in a climactic battle that determines the fate of humanity. Themes of identity, morality, and the cost of power are explored through Akira’s internal struggle with Zekiel and the choices he must make to protect those he cares about. The series balances intense action sequences with moments of introspection, creating a narrative that is both engaging and thought-provoking.
The protagonist, Akira Tachibana, is a high school student who becomes the unwilling host of one of the Jiburiru, a powerful entity named Zekiel. Despite initial resistance, Akira forms a reluctant partnership with Zekiel, as the entity’s survival is tied to Akira’s own. Together, they must navigate a world where the lines between ally and enemy blur, as various factions emerge with conflicting agendas. Some seek to destroy the Jiburiru entirely, while others aim to control or exploit their power.
Akira is joined by a diverse group of allies, including Rina Fujimoto, a skilled exorcist with a personal vendetta against the Jiburiru, and Haruto Saito, a researcher specializing in ancient texts who provides crucial knowledge about the entities. The group also encounters other hosts like Akira, each with their own Jiburiru, leading to alliances and rivalries that shape the narrative. As the story progresses, it becomes clear that the Jiburiru’s return is tied to a larger, apocalyptic prophecy, and Akira must confront his own role in either preventing or fulfilling it.
The plot is driven by a series of escalating conflicts, as the Jiburiru grow stronger and more organized, culminating in a climactic battle that determines the fate of humanity. Themes of identity, morality, and the cost of power are explored through Akira’s internal struggle with Zekiel and the choices he must make to protect those he cares about. The series balances intense action sequences with moments of introspection, creating a narrative that is both engaging and thought-provoking.
Cast
- Roco Co
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Staff
- Director · Corrida
- Director · Jiro Nakano
- Storyboard · Corrida
- Original Character Design · Yōsai Kūchū
- Character Design · Yoshiten
- Animation Director · Shiro Shibata
Production
- Production · Milky
- Production · Animac
- Animation Production · Studio Soul
