TV-Series
Description
"Venus Versus Virus" is a supernatural action anime set in a world where humans coexist with malevolent entities known as Viruses. These creatures, invisible to most people, prey on human emotions and can possess individuals, turning them into dangerous threats. The story centers on Sumire Takahana, a high school girl with the unique ability to see Viruses. After a traumatic encounter with a Virus as a child, Sumire becomes involved with a mysterious organization called Venus Vanguard, which specializes in hunting and eliminating these entities.

Sumire’s life takes a dramatic turn when she meets Lucia, a skilled Virus hunter and member of Venus Vanguard. Lucia wields a powerful weapon called the Virus Buster, which is effective against the creatures. Sumire’s latent abilities attract the attention of the organization, and she is recruited to assist in their mission. However, Sumire’s powers come with a cost: prolonged exposure to Viruses risks triggering a transformation within her, potentially turning her into a Virus herself. This internal struggle becomes a central conflict as she balances her humanity with the growing threat of her own corruption.

The narrative explores the dynamic between Sumire and Lucia as they work together to combat increasingly dangerous Viruses. Their partnership is tested by personal differences and the moral complexities of their mission. Lucia, driven by a tragic past, is determined to eradicate Viruses at any cost, while Sumire seeks to protect innocent lives and maintain her own humanity. The series delves into themes of identity, sacrifice, and the blurred line between good and evil, as the characters confront their own vulnerabilities and the consequences of their actions.

As the story progresses, the origins of the Viruses and the true purpose of Venus Vanguard are gradually revealed. The organization’s leadership harbors secrets that challenge Sumire and Lucia’s understanding of their mission. The series builds toward a climactic confrontation with a powerful Virus that threatens to unravel the fragile balance between humans and the supernatural. Through its blend of action, mystery, and character-driven drama, "Venus Versus Virus" presents a compelling exploration of its supernatural premise and the personal struggles of its protagonists.
Information
Venus Versus Virus
ヴィーナス ヴァーサス ヴァイアラス
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 12
Movie/Episode length: 24 min.
Date: 01/11/2007 – 03/29/2007
Categories
Genre
DramaGhost Stories
Tags
Firearms
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Blue Invitation
2Reverent World
3Request Indication
4Dizzy Encounter
5Distant Messenger
6Bitter Damage
7Deep Thoughts
8Dark Wish
9Sweet Scent
10Misunderstood Aim
11Sacrificial Intent
12White Future
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Staff
  • Director
    Shinichiro Kimura
  • Script
    Yasunori Yamada
    Tomoyasu Okubo
    Takamitsu Kōno
  • Episode Director
    Shinichiro Kimura
    Shigetaka Ikeda
    Yukio Okazaki
    Kahoru Igusa
    Keizo Nakamura
    Hayato Takeda
    Mitsutoshi Satō
    Yoji Sato
  • Original creator
    Atsushi Suzumi
  • Art Director
    Katsuhiro Haji
  • Animation Director
    Mayumi Watanabe
    Kouji Yamagata
    Konomi Sakurai
    Akiko Nakano
    Isamu Utsuki
    Hitoshi Morikawa
    Ikuo Yamakado
    Shinichirō Kajiura
    Nachiko Nekobe
    Tomoko Iwasa
    Masaru Yamada
    Yoshimi Agata
    Seong Un Ko
    Sang-Yong Um
  • Sound Director
    Yoshikazu Iwanami
    Kiyokazu Iwanami
  • Executive producer
    Toshiyuki Yoshihara
    Masahiro Kataoka
  • Series Composition
    Yasunori Yamada
  • Storyboard
    Shinichiro Kimura
    Hideki Okamoto
    Shigetaka Ikeda
    Hideaki Uehara
    Nachiko Nekobe
    Hiroshi Aohira
    Atsuya Yatsukagami
    Kinuko Nishizawa
  • Music
    Hikaru Nanase
  • Character Design
    Yoshimi Agata
  • Chief Animation Director
    Hitoshi Morikawa
    Tomoko Iwasa
    Yoshimi Agata
  • Art design
    Kazushige Kanehira
  • Director of Photography
    Nobuyuki Watanabe
  • Producer
    Shinichi Nakamura
    Kozue Kananiwa
    Rie Tanabe
    Katsumi Koike
    Kimikazu Saito
Production
  • Animation Production
    Studio Hibari
  • Production
    Tokyo Broadcasting System
    Venus Vangard