TV-Series
Description
In a dystopian future where war has been eradicated through the use of hypnosis technology, Japan is divided into four territories: Ikebukuro, Yokohama, Shibuya, and Shinjuku. Each territory is governed by a rap group that uses their words and music as weapons in verbal battles known as "Rap Battles." These battles, powered by Hypnosis Microphones, allow users to channel their emotions and convictions into powerful sonic attacks. The central conflict arises when the government, seeking to maintain control, pits these groups against each other in a high-stakes competition to determine the dominant territory.

The story primarily revolves around the four rap crews: Buster Bros!!! from Ikebukuro, led by the hot-headed Ichiro Yamada and his younger brothers Jiro and Saburo; Mad Trigger Crew from Yokohama, consisting of the stoic Samatoki Aohitsugi, the enigmatic Rio Mason Busujima, and the unpredictable Jyuto Iruma; Fling Posse from Shibuya, featuring the flamboyant Ramuda Amemura, the calculating Gentaro Yumeno, and the energetic Dice Arisugawa; and Matenrou from Shinjuku, composed of the enigmatic Doppo Kannonzaka, the reserved Hifumi Izanami, and their leader, the mysterious Jakurai Jinguji. Each crew has its own motivations, backstories, and philosophies, which are gradually revealed as the narrative unfolds.

As the Rap Battles escalate, tensions rise between the groups, and alliances are tested. The government's manipulation becomes increasingly apparent, with hints of a larger conspiracy involving the origins of the Hypnosis Microphones and the true purpose of the battles. The characters are forced to confront their pasts, their relationships, and their own convictions as they navigate the complex web of power struggles and personal conflicts. The series balances intense rap battles with moments of character development, exploring themes of loyalty, identity, and the power of words.

The narrative structure alternates between high-energy rap battles and quieter, introspective moments that delve into the characters' histories and motivations. The battles themselves are visually dynamic, with each crew's unique style and personality reflected in their performances. The series also incorporates elements of mystery and intrigue, as the true nature of the government's agenda and the origins of the Hypnosis Microphones are gradually uncovered.

Overall, "Hypnosis Mic -Division Rap Battle- Rhyme Anima+" presents a unique blend of music, action, and drama, set against a backdrop of political intrigue and personal struggle. The series offers a compelling exploration of its characters and their world, driven by the central premise of rap as both a weapon and a means of self-expression.
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HYPNOSISMIC -Division Rap Battle- Rhyme Anima PLUS
ヒプノシスマイク-Division Rap Battle- Rhyme Anima+
Hypnosis Mic -Division Rap Battle- Rhyme Anima+
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 13
Movie/Episode length: 23 min.
Date: 10/06/2023
Categories
Genre
ActionDramaFighting ShounenComedyCrime
Settings
Sci-Fi
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Music
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Staff
  • Director
    Katsumi Ono
  • Character Design
    Minako Shiba
    Rina Morita
    Fū Chayama
  • Script
    Shin Yoshida
    Yukie Sugawara
    Yasuyuki Suzuki
  • Episode Director
    Katsumi Ono
    Akiko Seki
    Yūsuke Shibata
    Takehiro Shimizu
    Aika Ikeda
    Isamu Yamaguchi
    Akiyoshi Watamari
  • Music
    R.O.N
  • Art Director
    Ayano Okamoto
  • Art design
    Akihiro Hirasawa
    Eiko Tsunadō
    Risa Iraha
    Takeshi Matsuzawa
    Wan Ting Qi
    Manami Takizawa
  • Cgi Director
    Mizuho Kanda
  • Producer
    Soichiro Hirano
    Misaki Shibata
  • Series Composition
    Shin Yoshida
  • Chief Animation Director
    Hitomi Ochiai
    Rina Morita
    Yumi Kuroiwa
    Maki Fujioka
  • Storyboard
    Katsumi Ono
    Akiko Seki
    Yūsuke Shibata
    Royden B
    Takehiro Shimizu
    Masatsugu Nagasoe
    Aika Ikeda
    Akiyoshi Watamari
  • Unit Director
    Katsumi Ono
    Masatsugu Nagasoe
  • Original Character Design
    Yūichirō Momose
    Kazui
  • Animation Director
    Yumi Nakayama
    Kanetoshi Kamimoto
    Hideaki Shimada
    Akiko Seki
    Kouji Akitaka
    Tomomi Ishikawa
    Shino Ikeda
    Kanami Nakao
    Mina Itou
    Raku Nishikimi
    Maki Fujioka
    Miyuki Matsumoto
    Min Ki Han
    Yūsuke Shibata
    Tomoka Mizusawa
    Miyuki Sasagawa
    Yūichi Ichihashi
    Ayaka Miura
    Yūgo Ōhashi
    Mayuko Yamamoto
    Miya Takaku
    Saori Hosoda
    Shoko Naoki
    Maki Todaka
    Maiko Miyake
    Asumi Katō
    Yurika Someya
    Shinpei Wada
    Aya Tajima
    Kyōka Nakaoka
    Moe Matsuda
    Takumi Onuki
    Ayaka Nakao
    Yukie Yasuoka
    Rina Morita
    Sara Sakoe
    Saeko Takahashi
    Natsumi Kurihara
    Ting Ting Chen
    Guo Fu Yang
    Zhi Feng Zhu
    Zi Hao Lin
    Kurisu Ogawa
    Zhen Liang Sun
    Ryoko Oka
    Rui Yang
    Yutori Sugiura
    Guang Ming
    Guang Long
    Momoka Uchida
    Wei Ning Chen
    Yūka Harada
    Kidi
    Nanami Shiratori
    Reia Nihei
    Wen Xuan Liu
    Bo Yu
    Qiu
    Iku Morino
    Nagisa Sannabe
    Kanchi Miyata
    JION
    He Xing
    Hikaru Sato
  • Sound Director
    Satoshi Motoyama
  • Director of Photography
    Yohei Miyawaki
Production
  • Animation Production
    A-1 Pictures
  • Production
    Aniplex
    Dazed Co., Ltd.
Music
Ending
“Next Stage -IKEBUKURO ver.-”
“Next Stage -YOKOHAMA ver.-”
“Next Stage -NAGOYA ver.-”
“Next Stage -OSAKA ver.-”
“Next Stage -SHINJUKU ver.-”
“Next Stage -SHIBUYA ver.-”
“Hoodstar +”
Insert songs
Ep. 1
“Bring it on”
Ep. 2
“Jingi (Pay Respect)”
Ep. 3
“SANITY”
Ep. 4
“New World”
Ep. 5
“Dive in”
Ep. 6
“AN IDOL”
Ep. 7
“We go with the flow”
Ep. 8
Ep. 9
“FIGHTER'S ROAD”
Ep. 10
Ep. 11
Ep. 12
Ep. 12
“Love Dimension”
Ep. 13