TV-Series
Description
"Witch Hunter Robin" is set in a world where witches, individuals born with supernatural abilities, exist alongside ordinary humans. These witches are often perceived as a threat to society due to their powers, which can range from telekinesis to pyrokinesis. To manage this threat, a secret organization known as the Solomon Witch-Hunting Organization (STN-J) operates in Japan, tasked with capturing and neutralizing rogue witches. The organization employs hunters, many of whom are themselves witches, to carry out these missions.

The protagonist, Robin Sena, is a young witch with the ability to manipulate fire. She is transferred from Italy to Japan to join the STN-J team in Tokyo. Robin’s arrival introduces a fresh dynamic to the team, which includes Amon, a stoic and experienced hunter; Haruto Sakaki, a laid-back but skilled operative; Miho Karasuma, the team’s tech specialist; and Yurika Dojima, a cheerful and empathetic member. The team operates under the guidance of Chief Kosaka, who oversees their missions and maintains the organization’s protocols.

The narrative unfolds as Robin and her team investigate various cases involving witches who have used their powers for criminal or destructive purposes. However, as the series progresses, it becomes evident that the STN-J and its parent organization, Solomon, have a more complex and morally ambiguous agenda. The organization’s true intentions are gradually revealed, raising questions about the ethics of hunting witches and the nature of their powers. Robin’s own origins and the extent of her abilities become central to the plot, as she discovers unsettling truths about her past and her connection to the organization.

Amon, who initially serves as Robin’s mentor, plays a pivotal role in the story. His cold and detached demeanor masks a deeper conflict, as he harbors his own secrets and a personal vendetta against witches. The relationship between Robin and Amon evolves throughout the series, shifting from a professional partnership to one of mutual dependence and trust. Their interactions highlight themes of identity, loyalty, and the struggle between duty and personal morality.

As the stakes escalate, the team uncovers a conspiracy involving the creation of artificial witches and the exploitation of their powers for nefarious purposes. This revelation forces Robin and her allies to confront the darker aspects of the organization they serve and to question their roles within it. The series culminates in a climactic confrontation that challenges the characters’ beliefs and forces them to make difficult choices about their futures.

"Witch Hunter Robin" blends elements of supernatural action, mystery, and psychological drama, creating a narrative that explores the complexities of power, morality, and human nature. The series maintains a steady pace, balancing episodic missions with an overarching plot that gradually reveals the larger conspiracy at play. The characters’ development and the evolving dynamics within the team add depth to the story, making it a compelling exploration of its central themes.
Information
Witch Hunter Robin
ウィッチハンターロビン
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 26
Movie/Episode length: 24 min.
Date: 07/02/2002 – 12/24/2002
Categories
Genre
DramaGhost StoriesHorrorCrime
Settings
Mystery
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Replacement
2Addicted to Power
3Dancing in Darkness
4Stubborn Aesthetics
5Smells Like the Wandering Spirit
6Raindrops
7Simple-mind
8Faith
9Sign of the Craft
10Separate Lives
11The Soul Cages
12Precious Illusions
13The Eyes of Truth
14Loaded Guns
15Time to Say Goodbye
16Heal the Pain
17Dilemma
18In My Pocket
19Missing
20All I Really Oughta Know
21No Way Out
22Family Portrait
23Sympathy For The Devil
24Rent
25Redemption Day
26Time to Tell
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Director
    Shūkō Murase
  • Storyboard
    Shūkō Murase
    Kōichi Chigira
    Naoyuki Onda
    Hitoyuki Matsui
    Yoshimitsu Ōhashi
    Tomoaki Kado
    Tōru Yoshida
    Tadashi Hiramatsu
    Eiji Yamanaka
    Kou Matsuo
    Tomohiro Takayama
    Manjiro Oshio
  • Music
    Taku Iwasaki
  • Character Design
    Kumiko Takahashi
  • Sound Director
    Sadayoshi Fujino
  • Producer
    Atsushi Sugita
    Kenichi Matsumura
  • Screenplay
    Shūkō Murase
    Hiroaki Kitajima
    Tōru Nozaki
    Aya Yoshinaga
    Kenichi Araki
    Shin Yoshida
  • Unit Director
    Shūkō Murase
    Yoshiyuki Takei
    Yoshimitsu Ōhashi
    Akira Yoshimura
    Hiroshi Ishiodori
    Ryo Miyata
    Rion Kujo
    Masato Miyoshi
    Satoshi Toba
    Tatsuyuki Nagai
    Hirofumi Ogura
    Masashi Umekawa
    Keita Sai
  • Original Concept
    Shūkō Murase
  • Animation Director
    Kumiko Takahashi
    Naoyuki Onda
    Toshihiro Nakajima
    Hiromitsu Morishita
    Iwao Teraoka
    Shinji Takeuchi
    Masashi Kudo
    Arashi Gotou
    Shingo Ogiso
  • Director of Photography
    Hisao Shirai
    Katsutoshi Sugai
Production
  • Animation Production
    Sunrise
  • Production
    Sunrise
    Bandai Visual
Music
Ending
Ep. 01-14, 16-25
“Half Pain”
“Shell (instrumental)”