Description
"HEROMAN" is a science fiction anime series set in the fictional West Coast city of Center City. The story centers on Joey Jones, a high school student who works part-time to support himself and his grandmother after the death of his parents. Joey is often bullied and overlooked by his peers, but he maintains a kind-hearted and determined nature. His life takes a dramatic turn when he discovers a broken toy robot named the Heybo, which he repairs and names Heroman. During a freak lightning storm, Heroman is struck by a mysterious energy surge, transforming into a powerful, sentient robot capable of defending Earth.
The narrative escalates when an alien race known as the Skrugg invades Earth, seeking to conquer and exploit its resources. The Skrugg are ruthless and technologically advanced, posing a significant threat to humanity. Joey, with Heroman's help, becomes Earth's unlikely defender. Alongside his friends, including his classmate and love interest Lina, his best friend Psy, and his teacher Will, Joey fights to protect his home and uncover the truth behind the Skrugg's invasion.
As the story progresses, it is revealed that the Skrugg are being manipulated by a higher alien force, the N'la, who have their own sinister agenda. Joey and Heroman face increasingly dangerous adversaries, including enhanced Skrugg warriors and other alien entities. The series explores themes of courage, friendship, and the responsibility that comes with power. Joey's growth from an ordinary boy to a hero is central to the narrative, as he learns to balance his personal struggles with the larger battle against extraterrestrial threats.
The anime blends action, drama, and science fiction elements, with a focus on the bond between Joey and Heroman. The series also delves into the moral complexities of conflict, as Joey grapples with the consequences of his actions and the sacrifices required to protect those he cares about. The story concludes with a climactic battle against the N'la, resolving the immediate threat while leaving room for potential future challenges. "HEROMAN" offers a straightforward yet engaging tale of heroism and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds.
The narrative escalates when an alien race known as the Skrugg invades Earth, seeking to conquer and exploit its resources. The Skrugg are ruthless and technologically advanced, posing a significant threat to humanity. Joey, with Heroman's help, becomes Earth's unlikely defender. Alongside his friends, including his classmate and love interest Lina, his best friend Psy, and his teacher Will, Joey fights to protect his home and uncover the truth behind the Skrugg's invasion.
As the story progresses, it is revealed that the Skrugg are being manipulated by a higher alien force, the N'la, who have their own sinister agenda. Joey and Heroman face increasingly dangerous adversaries, including enhanced Skrugg warriors and other alien entities. The series explores themes of courage, friendship, and the responsibility that comes with power. Joey's growth from an ordinary boy to a hero is central to the narrative, as he learns to balance his personal struggles with the larger battle against extraterrestrial threats.
The anime blends action, drama, and science fiction elements, with a focus on the bond between Joey and Heroman. The series also delves into the moral complexities of conflict, as Joey grapples with the consequences of his actions and the sacrifices required to protect those he cares about. The story concludes with a climactic battle against the N'la, resolving the immediate threat while leaving room for potential future challenges. "HEROMAN" offers a straightforward yet engaging tale of heroism and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds.
Episodes
Staffel 1
1BEGINNING
2ENCOUNTER
3INVASION
4TAMA
5ASSASSINS
6BACKLASH
7RESISTANCE
8COMBAT
9ALIVE
10APPROACH
11MENACE
12STALKERS
13GETAWAY
14BELEAGUER
15REVOLT
16DECISION
17LEGACY
18SEPARATION
19SURVIVAL
20MISSING
21EMOTION
22MEMORIES
23SORTIE
24RESURRECTION
25CRISIS
26FAITH
Cast
- William "Will" Davis
- Virginia Jones
- Psy
- MollyKlaudia Kotte
- ElmerFabian Lopez Cuevas
- Nicholas "Nick" de Carlo
- Vera Collins
- Matthew Denton
- Matthew "Professor" Denton
- Matt Bailey
- GogolFernando Manrique
- Andrés Marulanda
- Nick
- Simon "Psy" Kaina
- Will
Comment(s)
Staff
- DirectorHitoshi Nanba
- ScriptAkatsuki YamatoyaMegumi Shimizu
- Episode DirectorKeisuke ŌnishiKunihiro MoriHitoshi NanbaMakoto FuchigamiMasahiro SekinoMichita ShiraishiKeizo NakamuraDaisuke ChibaMasayuki SakoiKotaro TamuraJunichi WadaYoshihiro MoriMasaru YasukawaYoshifumi SuedaGorō InogashiraOsamu Kamei
- MusicMetalchicksMUSIC HEROS
- Original MangaTamon Ōta
- Art DirectorYumiko Kondō
- Mechanical designYoshihiro IshimotoToshinari Tanaka
- Sound DirectorNoboru Haraguchi
- Series CompositionAkatsuki Yamatoya
- StoryboardMasahiro AndōJunichi SakataKunihiro MoriTomoki KyodaNamimi SanjoNekomatayaShinji IshihiraKotaro TamuraMasaru YasukawaOsamu Kamei
- Unit DirectorTomoki Kyoda
- Original creator
- Character DesignShigeto Koyama
- Animation DirectorToshihiro KawamotoHitoshi HagaTakashi TomiokaFutoshi ŌnamiShinobu NishiyamaKōichi HorikawaTakeshi MatsudaHisashi YamamotoNobuhiko KawakamiKazuhiro MiwaHiroyuki OdaNoboru JitsuharaOsamu Kamei
- Art designYumiko Kondō
- Director of PhotographyToshiya Kimura
Production
- Animation ProductionBONES
- ProductionBONESSquare EnixTV TokyoDentsu Inc.Bandai Namco GamesBuena Vista Home Entertainment / DisneyWowmax Media! LLCHeroman Production Committee
Relations
Manga overview
Music
Ending
Ep. 1-12
“CALLING”
Ep. 13
“My Hands For You (Boku no Te wa Kimi no Tame ni)”
