Description
"Saint Seiya: Soul of Gold" is a 13-episode anime series that serves as a spin-off to the original "Saint Seiya" saga, specifically set during the events of the "Hades Arc." The story centers on the Gold Saints, elite warriors who serve as guardians of Athena and the Sanctuary. After sacrificing their lives to destroy the Wailing Wall in the Underworld, the Gold Saints unexpectedly awaken in Asgard, a realm connected to Norse mythology, rather than facing eternal rest.
In Asgard, the Gold Saints discover that their Cloths, the armor they wear, have been imbued with a mysterious golden light, granting them enhanced powers. They soon learn that their resurrection is tied to the machinations of Andreas Lise, the self-proclaimed ruler of Asgard, who has manipulated the realm's sacred tree, Yggdrasil, to siphon energy from the Gold Saints' Cloths. This energy is being used to sustain his tyrannical rule and corrupt the land.
The Gold Saints, led by Leo Aiolia, must navigate the challenges of Asgard, confront Andreas' forces, and uncover the truth behind their resurrection. Along the way, they encounter familiar faces, including Lyfia, a kind-hearted maiden with a connection to Yggdrasil, and the God Warriors of Asgard, powerful adversaries who serve Andreas. Each Gold Saint faces personal trials and battles, reflecting on their pasts and reaffirming their dedication to protecting Athena and justice.
As the story progresses, the Gold Saints uncover the deeper connection between Asgard and their own destinies. They learn that Yggdrasil itself is a sentient entity, and its corruption has dire consequences for both Asgard and the world beyond. The climax involves a final confrontation with Andreas, who has fused with Yggdrasil to become a god-like being. The Gold Saints, united and empowered by their resolve, unleash their full potential to defeat Andreas and restore balance to Asgard.
The series concludes with the Gold Saints fulfilling their purpose and returning to the afterlife, their legacy as protectors of Athena and the world reaffirmed. "Soul of Gold" expands on the lore of the Gold Saints, blending the established "Saint Seiya" mythology with Norse elements, while emphasizing themes of sacrifice, camaraderie, and the enduring spirit of the warriors.
In Asgard, the Gold Saints discover that their Cloths, the armor they wear, have been imbued with a mysterious golden light, granting them enhanced powers. They soon learn that their resurrection is tied to the machinations of Andreas Lise, the self-proclaimed ruler of Asgard, who has manipulated the realm's sacred tree, Yggdrasil, to siphon energy from the Gold Saints' Cloths. This energy is being used to sustain his tyrannical rule and corrupt the land.
The Gold Saints, led by Leo Aiolia, must navigate the challenges of Asgard, confront Andreas' forces, and uncover the truth behind their resurrection. Along the way, they encounter familiar faces, including Lyfia, a kind-hearted maiden with a connection to Yggdrasil, and the God Warriors of Asgard, powerful adversaries who serve Andreas. Each Gold Saint faces personal trials and battles, reflecting on their pasts and reaffirming their dedication to protecting Athena and justice.
As the story progresses, the Gold Saints uncover the deeper connection between Asgard and their own destinies. They learn that Yggdrasil itself is a sentient entity, and its corruption has dire consequences for both Asgard and the world beyond. The climax involves a final confrontation with Andreas, who has fused with Yggdrasil to become a god-like being. The Gold Saints, united and empowered by their resolve, unleash their full potential to defeat Andreas and restore balance to Asgard.
The series concludes with the Gold Saints fulfilling their purpose and returning to the afterlife, their legacy as protectors of Athena and the world reaffirmed. "Soul of Gold" expands on the lore of the Gold Saints, blending the established "Saint Seiya" mythology with Norse elements, while emphasizing themes of sacrifice, camaraderie, and the enduring spirit of the warriors.
Episodes
Staffel 1
1Gold Legend, Revive!
2The Secret of Yggdrasil Revealed!
3Gold vs. Gold: Clash of the Saints!
4The 7 God Warriors Assembled!
5God's Cloth Ultimate Power!
6Enter the 7 Chambers of Yggdrasil
7Chaos! God Cloth VS God Cloth
8Baldr, the Man Chosen by God!
9Saga, the Unbreakable Bond of Brothers!
10Clash: Aiolia vs. Andreas!
11Resurrection! Loki, the Evil God of Asgard
12The Birth of the Sacred Treasure, the Gungnir Spear
13Let Our Prayers Be Heard! The Eternal Golden Legend!
Cast
- Cancer Deathmask
- Gemini Saga
- Virgo ShakaYūji Mitsuya
- Tanngrisnir Heracles
- Grani SigmundTōru Nara
- Libra Dohko
- Nidhogg FafnerJosep Manel Casany
- Mû du Bélier
- Fàfnir de Nidhogg
- Camus du VerseauAlexandre Crépet
- Hercule de Tanngrisnir
- Frodi de GullinburstiRaul Ferreira
- Andreas Riese
- Sigmund de GraniFabrício Rinaldi
- Milo du Scorpion
- Surtur de Eikpyrnir
- Dohko de la BalanceRonald Beurms
- Aiolia di Leo
- Mu di Aries
- Death Mask di Cancer
- Camus di Acquarius
- Saga di Gemini
- Milo di Scorpio
- Heracles di Tanngrisnir
- Surt di EikschnirGiuseppe Palasciano
- Utgardar di Garm
- Sigmund di Granyl
- Leo Aioria
- Andreas LiseCharles Dalla
- Níðhöggr Fáfnir
- Taurus Aldebaran
- Eikþyrnir Surtr
- Hræsvelgr Baldr
- Shura de Capricórnio
- Aioria de Leão
- Saga de Gêmeos
- Aldebaran de TouroRonaldo Artinic
- Aioros de Sagitário
- Baldr de HræsvelgrPedro Alcântara
- Mu de Áries
- Hércules de Tanngrisnir
- Utgardar de Garm
- Aquarius Camus
- Lyfia
- Gullinbursti FródiRafael Ordóñez Arrieta
- Eikschnir Surt
- Pisces Aphrodite
- Hraesvelgr BalderRubén Felis
- Aldébaran du Taureau
- Baldur de HraesvelgAlexandre Crépet
- Aphrodite des Poissons
- Saga des Gémeaux
- Aiolos du Sagittaire
- Shaka de la vierge
- Shura du Capricorne
- Masquedemort du Cancer
- Aiolia du Lion
- Dohko di Libra
- Shaka di Virgo
- Aphrodite di Pisces
- Aldebaran di Taurus
- Fafner di Nidhogg
- Andreas Riise
- Balder di Hraesvelgr
- Shura di Capricorn
- Aiolos di Sagittarius
- Frodi di Gullimursti
- Tanngrisnir Herakles
- Lifia
- Scorpio MiloXavier Fernández
- Capricorn Shura
- Sagittarius Aioros
- Garmr Utgardar
- Milo de EscorpiãoMárcio Araújo
- Dohko de Libra
- Afrodite de PeixeTatá Guarnieri
- Shaka de Virgem
- Máscara da Morte de CâncerPaulo Celestino
- Camus de Aquário
- LokiJorge Vasconcellos
- Fafner de NidhöggJorge Cerruti
- Surt de EikschnirRicardo Monastero
Comment(s)
Staff
- Series DirectorJōji Furuta
- ScriptToshimitsu Takeuchi
- Episode DirectorHiroshi TakeuchiFumitoshi OizakiMasahiro TakataYūshi SuzukiShinya WatadaNoriyoshi SasakiJōji FurutaKōichi YamajiChika NagaokaFumio Itō
- Original creator
- Art DirectorYoshimi Umino
- Animation DirectorYoshiaki TsubataShigeki KuharaIchizō KobayashiAkira KanoNatsuko SuzukiHiroshi TakeuchiYasuhiro SeoYōko KōjōEtsushi MoriHiroki AbeMotoki YagiFumitoshi OizakiMariko AokiKenichi TakaseMasakazu SaitōKonomi SakuraiJōji YanaseNaoki AisakaKiyoshi MatsushitaKazuhiro MutōSatoshi KoikeYoshiko TakemotoYui KinoshitaAkira TakeuchiMotoi SonoseMasa Nishimiya
- Director of PhotographyHiroshi Ōizumi
- Series CompositionToshimitsu Takeuchi
- StoryboardHiroshi TakeuchiFumitoshi OizakiKazuo SakaiJōji FurutaYasuhiro Tanabe
- MusicToshihiko Sahashi
- Character DesignHideyuki Motohashi
- Chief Animation DirectorMasahide YanagisawaYoshiaki TsubataHiroshi Kōjina
- Sound DirectorYasunori Honda
- ProducerAtsutoshi UmezawaNaoto NakayoshiShinji MaekawaSatoshi Teramoto
Production
- Animation ProductionToei Animation
- ProductionToei AnimationBandai Visual
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