TV-Series
Description
"G-On Riders" is a 12-episode anime series that blends elements of science fiction, action, and comedy. The story centers around a group of high school girls who are recruited to pilot advanced mecha units known as G-Forms to protect Earth from an alien threat. The narrative unfolds at the prestigious Seigaku Academy, where the protagonists—Ruriko, Ayaka, Misa, and Chihiro—are ordinary students until they are chosen by the mysterious organization GARDA to become the titular G-On Riders.

The alien antagonists, known as the Raika, seek to invade Earth and harvest its resources. The G-Forms, powered by a unique energy source called G-Power, are humanity's only defense against the Raika's advanced technology. Each G-Form is tailored to the personality and abilities of its pilot, with the mecha transforming into various configurations to adapt to combat situations. The series explores the girls' growth as they balance their responsibilities as defenders of Earth with their everyday lives as students.

Ruriko, the de facto leader, is determined and resourceful, often taking charge in critical moments. Ayaka, the most athletic of the group, brings a competitive edge to the team. Misa, the brains of the operation, provides technical expertise and strategic planning. Chihiro, the youngest and most innocent, adds a touch of humor and emotional depth to the group dynamic. Together, they face increasingly dangerous Raika attacks while uncovering the true motives behind the invasion.

The plot progresses through episodic battles interspersed with moments of character development and school life. As the series advances, the girls discover that the Raika's invasion is tied to a deeper conspiracy involving GARDA and the origins of the G-Forms. The final episodes escalate the stakes, culminating in a climactic battle that tests the team's unity and resolve. The series concludes with a resolution to the immediate conflict while leaving room for potential future developments.
Information
G-On Riders
G-on らいだーす
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 14
Movie/Episode length: 23 min.
Date: 07/02/2002 – 10/01/2002
Categories
Genre
DramaComedy
Settings
Sci-Fi
Tags
Ecchi-free AdultMecha
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Sink, small cutter!
2Glasses, why make?
3Get Angry, Sela!
4The drive
5Yayoi goes straight!
6Time to train!
7The Tale of Seven Men and Women
8Being Called a Long-time Loser
9Who Will Wear the Maid Clothes?
10Lesson of seduction (Get You)
11What happened to Mako?
12Will professor Sanada betray?
13Uneven Strawberries
14Andro White Paper
Cast
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Director
    Shinichiro Kimura
  • Script
    Seishi Minakami
    Noboru Kimura
  • Episode Director
    Shinichiro Kimura
    Kunitoshi Okajima
    Yorifusa Yamaguchi
    Shigeru Yamazaki
    Tatsuyuki Nagai
    Hiroatsu Agata
    Matsuo Asami
    Hirotaka Endo
    Mitsuhiro Yoneda
    Yasuo Ejima
    Megumi Yamamoto
  • Original Work
    KATSUZO
  • Character Design
    Katsuzō Hirata
  • Chief Animation Director
    Katsuzō Hirata
  • Mechanical design
    Yasuhiro Moriki
    Yasumasa Moriki
  • Director of Photography
    Hideo Okazaki
  • Series Composition
    Seishi Minakami
  • Storyboard
    Shinichiro Kimura
    Eiji Yamanaka
    Tatsuyuki Nagai
    Jun Fukuda
    Hirotaka Endo
    Mitsuhiro Yoneda
    Kenji Yasuda
    Hon Shimazu
    Tarou Mitsuishi
  • Music
    Norimasa Yamanaka
  • Original Manga
    Toshihiro Ono
  • Art Director
    Shunichirō Yoshihara
  • Animation Director
    Katsuzō Hirata
    Naoto Hosoda
    Toshiyuki Fujisawa
    Yōsuke Kabashima
    Haruo Ōgawara
    Yorihisa Uchida
    Yūichi Nakazawa
    Kazuhiro Ōta
    Kouji Akitaka
    Kiyoshi Tateishi
    Tōru Watanabe
    Tomoyasu Kurashima
    Megumi Kawaguchi
  • Sound Director
    Hideo Takahashi
  • Producer
    Mitsuteru Shibata
Production
  • Animation Production
    TNK
    SHAFT
  • Production
    TNK
    Katsuzo
    G-on PROJECT
Music
Ending
“Yell”
Insert songs
Ep. 5, 9, 13
“reflection love”