Description
"Tegami Bachi: Reverse" is the second season of the anime adaptation of Hiroyuki Asada's manga series "Tegami Bachi." Set in the fictional world of Amberground, a land perpetually shrouded in darkness due to a mysterious artificial sun, the story revolves around the role of Letter Bees, couriers who deliver letters and packages across dangerous territories inhabited by monstrous creatures known as Gaichuu. These deliveries are not merely physical but often carry deep emotional significance, as letters in this world can contain fragments of a person's heart, known as "heart."
The protagonist, Lag Seeing, is a young Letter Bee who aspires to follow in the footsteps of his idol, Gauche Suede, a former Letter Bee who once saved him. Lag's journey is driven by his determination to deliver letters and reconnect people with their lost emotions and memories. His unique ability to use a special shindanjuu, a weapon that fires bullets made from fragments of his own heart, sets him apart. Lag is accompanied by his dingo, Niche, a mysterious girl with a tail, and her companion, Steak, a small creature with protective abilities.
The narrative of "Tegami Bachi: Reverse" delves deeper into the mysteries surrounding Amberground and its oppressive government, which controls the flow of information and suppresses dissent. The season explores the origins of the Gaichuu, the true nature of the artificial sun, and the government's involvement in creating and maintaining the system. Central to the plot is the revelation of Gauche Suede's fate, as he is revealed to have been brainwashed and turned into a member of the anti-government organization Reverse, which seeks to overthrow the corrupt regime.
Lag's encounters with Reverse and its enigmatic leader, Dr. Thunderland Jr., challenge his ideals and force him to confront the darker aspects of his world. The season also introduces new characters, such as Aria Link, a former Letter Bee with a tragic past, and Zazie, a young boy with a connection to the Gaichuu. These characters add layers to the story, highlighting themes of loss, memory, and the power of human connection.
The plot builds toward a climactic confrontation between Lag and Gauche, as Lag strives to awaken Gauche's lost memories and restore his true self. The season concludes with significant revelations about the artificial sun and the government's manipulation of Amberground's inhabitants, setting the stage for further exploration of the world and its conflicts. Through its blend of action, mystery, and emotional depth, "Tegami Bachi: Reverse" expands on the themes and world-building established in the first season, offering a compelling continuation of Lag's journey as a Letter Bee.
The protagonist, Lag Seeing, is a young Letter Bee who aspires to follow in the footsteps of his idol, Gauche Suede, a former Letter Bee who once saved him. Lag's journey is driven by his determination to deliver letters and reconnect people with their lost emotions and memories. His unique ability to use a special shindanjuu, a weapon that fires bullets made from fragments of his own heart, sets him apart. Lag is accompanied by his dingo, Niche, a mysterious girl with a tail, and her companion, Steak, a small creature with protective abilities.
The narrative of "Tegami Bachi: Reverse" delves deeper into the mysteries surrounding Amberground and its oppressive government, which controls the flow of information and suppresses dissent. The season explores the origins of the Gaichuu, the true nature of the artificial sun, and the government's involvement in creating and maintaining the system. Central to the plot is the revelation of Gauche Suede's fate, as he is revealed to have been brainwashed and turned into a member of the anti-government organization Reverse, which seeks to overthrow the corrupt regime.
Lag's encounters with Reverse and its enigmatic leader, Dr. Thunderland Jr., challenge his ideals and force him to confront the darker aspects of his world. The season also introduces new characters, such as Aria Link, a former Letter Bee with a tragic past, and Zazie, a young boy with a connection to the Gaichuu. These characters add layers to the story, highlighting themes of loss, memory, and the power of human connection.
The plot builds toward a climactic confrontation between Lag and Gauche, as Lag strives to awaken Gauche's lost memories and restore his true self. The season concludes with significant revelations about the artificial sun and the government's manipulation of Amberground's inhabitants, setting the stage for further exploration of the world and its conflicts. Through its blend of action, mystery, and emotional depth, "Tegami Bachi: Reverse" expands on the themes and world-building established in the first season, offering a compelling continuation of Lag's journey as a Letter Bee.
Episodes
Staffel 1
1Promise
2Underpants and Bread
3The Hydrangea-Coloured Picture Letter
4Lighthouse of Illusions in the Wilderness
5Reverse World
6The Little Girl Doll
7Film Noir
8Blue Notes Blues
9200 Years of Loneliness
10Veritably Abbey
11Cabernet Attacks
12Light, Illuminating the Darkness
13The Scarlet Red Melody
14Day of Flicker
15Welcome Home
16Roda, Wandering
17Lies and Truth
18The Lost Heart Bullet
19Neither Malice, Nor Hatred
20The Smile of Hope
21Lawrence's Ambition
22A Place to Return To
23To Akatsuki
24Final Battle! Yuusari Central
25Light of the Heart
Cast
- Noir
- Jiggy Pepper
- Dr. Thunderland Jr.
- Lag Seeing
- SteakNaomi Nagasawa
- Silvette
- Ralgo Lloyd
- Zaji
- Conner
Comment(s)
Staff
- DirectorAkira Iwanaga
- Script
- Episode DirectorHiroyuki TsuchiyaMinoru ŌharaMasato KitagawaRiki FukushimaAkira IwanagaYoshinori OdakaIkuo YamakadoTohru IshidaMasayuki MatsumotoYoshihiro YanagiyaMitsutoshi SatōYasuyuki ShinomiKiyomu Fukuda
- MusicKunihiko Ryo
- Character DesignMinako Shiba
- Chief Animation DirectorMinako Shiba
- Art designMaho Takahashi
- Sound DirectorKatsunori Shimizu
- Series CompositionMasanao Akahoshi
- StoryboardShigenori KageyamaSusumu NishizawaRiki FukushimaMasato SumaTohru IshidaMasayuki MatsumotoHiroyuki ShimazuMitsutoshi SatōKiyomu Fukuda
- Unit Director
- Original creator
- Art DirectorMaho Takahashi
- Animation DirectorHideyuki MotohashiKazuyuki IkaiHiroto TanakaSusumu NishizawaNoriko OtakeIchirō UnoHidetoshi SanoNaoki AisakaIkuo YamakadoYūko YamadaHisayoshi NagamatsuIk Hyun EumChang Hwan ParkJin Won SeoHye-Jung HeoWi Hee JungKeisuke Goto
- 3D DirectorToshihiro Honda
- Director of PhotographyAtsuho Matsumoto
Production
- ProductionTV TokyoStudio Pierrot
- Animation ProductionStudio PierrotPierrot Plus
Relations
Anime overview
Music
Opening
Ep. 1-13
“Chisana Mahō (小さな魔法; Little Magic)”
Ep. 14
“Yakusoku (約束; Promise)”

