Description
"Kouchuu Ouja Mushiking ~Mori no Tami no Densetsu~" is an anime series based on the popular Mushiking trading card game. The story is set in a world where humans coexist with anthropomorphic beetles, known as Mushikingu, who possess unique abilities and are revered as warriors. The narrative centers around Popo, a young boy from the Mushiking tribe, who dreams of becoming a Mushiking Champion. Popo’s journey begins when he encounters a mysterious and powerful Mushiking named Hercules, who becomes his partner. Together, they embark on a quest to protect their forest home from the Dark Army, a malevolent force led by the sinister Dynast, who seeks to dominate the world by corrupting the Mushiking.
As Popo and Hercules travel, they face numerous challenges and battles against other Mushiking warriors, each with their own motivations and alliances. Along the way, Popo learns about the ancient legend of the Mushiking King, a mythical figure said to bring balance to the world. The series explores themes of friendship, courage, and the importance of preserving nature, as Popo and his companions strive to unite the tribes and prevent the Dark Army’s destructive plans. Key characters include Popo’s rival, Beetle, who initially opposes him but later becomes an ally, and Maya, a skilled warrior who aids Popo in his quest. The story unfolds through a series of episodic battles and overarching plotlines, culminating in a climactic confrontation with Dynast and the revelation of Popo’s true potential as a leader. The series blends action, adventure, and fantasy, appealing to audiences interested in creature-based battles and heroic journeys.
As Popo and Hercules travel, they face numerous challenges and battles against other Mushiking warriors, each with their own motivations and alliances. Along the way, Popo learns about the ancient legend of the Mushiking King, a mythical figure said to bring balance to the world. The series explores themes of friendship, courage, and the importance of preserving nature, as Popo and his companions strive to unite the tribes and prevent the Dark Army’s destructive plans. Key characters include Popo’s rival, Beetle, who initially opposes him but later becomes an ally, and Maya, a skilled warrior who aids Popo in his quest. The story unfolds through a series of episodic battles and overarching plotlines, culminating in a climactic confrontation with Dynast and the revelation of Popo’s true potential as a leader. The series blends action, adventure, and fantasy, appealing to audiences interested in creature-based battles and heroic journeys.
Episodes
Staffel 1
1The Start of Popo's Journey
2Circus Girl
3Soul's Location
4The Radiance of Life
5Fruit Village
6The Truth of Hope
7Mission and Destiny
8Words Left Behind
9Forest of Sloths
10The Witch and the Girl
11The Power of Love
12Another Boy
13Approaching Shadow
14Encounter
15The Sun That Won't Set
16The King of Inventions
17Amber Fortress
18The Kingdom of the Children
19Mother's River
20Beetle Collector
21Black Forest
22The Stars' Memories
23The Beginning of Life
24Journey's End
25Shaky Bonds
26The Radiance of Dusk
27Engraved Crest
28In the Storm
29The Tomb of Wild Roses
30Forest of Ideals
31Conveyed Pain
32Blue Bonds
33True Self
34Protectors of the Forest
35Valley of Training
36Male Beetle's Tears
37Small King
38Capital Shedding Skin
39Proof Of A Protector
40Village Of The Beetle King
41The Road To Take
42Rebirth
43The Grave Of The Beetles
44Father And Child
45Promise
46Frozen Life
47The Two Kings
48The Shining Forest
49The End Of The Fight
50Dream Of The Forest
51Because I'm Alive
52The Legend Of The Forest People
Cast
- Jesús Rodríguez
- Abraham Aguilar
- Chorke
- Choke
- Grace Cornel
- Mongo
- DukeVincent Gutierrez
- Vincent GutierrezYūichi Nagashima
- SeraGrace Cornel
Comment(s)
Staff
- DirectorShigeyasu Yamauchi
- ScriptReiko YoshidaRyota YamaguchiAya MatsuiNatsuko TakahashiRyu TamuraTsutomu KamishiroRyou Tamura
- Episode DirectorKunitoshi OkajimaShigeyasu YamauchiYoshihiro OkaShingo KanekoToshihiro IshikawaTetsuji NakamuraJunichi FujiseShigeru YazakiJun TakahashiMiho HiraoMitsuhiro YonedaMihiro YamaguchiYui UmemotoNaoki ŌhiraKeiichirō KawaguchiKenichi IshikuraTadao Ōkubo
- MusicKaoru Wada
- Art DirectorNobuto Sakamoto
- Animation DirectorMunetaka AbeTsuneo NinomiyaToshiya WashidaHideaki ShimadaTakehiro HamatsuMasahiko YodaKazuhiko IshiiYuko IwasaHideaki MatsuokaMasami NagataHiroki IkeshitaTatsumori ImotoYoshiaki KamedaNaoko SoedaMitsuhiro YonedaKenji ShimadaMomoko MakiuchiHiroaki KarasuTetsuya MatsukawaKazuya SaitōRuriko WatanabeDae Hoon KimMayumi FuruseKimitake NishioTetsurō AokiIchirō OgawaYūichi NakazawaRyūichi BabaKeiichirō KawaguchiMasahisa KoyataNam-Yeol Baek
- Series CompositionReiko Yoshida
- StoryboardKunitoshi OkajimaShigeyasu YamauchiMichio FukudaYoshihiro OkaNobutaka NishizawaEisaku InoueShingo KanekoTetsuji NakamuraSatoru IriyoshiJun TakahashiMitsuhiro YonedaMari KoedaNagashi TareMihiro YamaguchiRyuuichirouKai UganzakiMasahiko ŌkuraHiroshi MatsuzonoNaoki ŌhiraKeiichirō Kawaguchi
- Unit DirectorShigeyasu Yamauchi
- Character DesignYoshihiko Umakoshi
- Chief Animation DirectorMasahiko YodaTatsumori Imoto
Production
- ProductionTMS EntertainmentYomiko Advertising, Inc.TV Tokyo
Relations
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Music
Opening
“Ikite koso”
Ending
“Let's HappiecE Life!”
“Mushiking Samba”
“Think Twice”
“HIKARU stage”
Insert songs
Ep. 2
“Mori no Yume”
Ep. 38
“Mori no Yume”
Ep. 51
“Mori no Yume”
Ep. 52
“Ikite koso”






