TV-Series
Description
"Bubuki Buranki" is a 24-episode anime series divided into two seasons, "Bubuki Buranki: The Gentle Giants of the Galaxy" and "Bubuki Buranki: Hoshi no Kyojin." The story centers on Azuma Kazuki, a young man who returns to Japan after a decade abroad following a tragic incident in his childhood. During his absence, Azuma discovers that the world has been drastically altered by the appearance of giant mechanical creatures known as Buranki. These beings, which once protected humanity, now pose a threat after a catastrophic event called the "Great Collapse."

Azuma reunites with his childhood friends, Kogane Asabuki, Hiiragi Nono, and Shizuru Taneomi, who, like him, possess Bubuki—living weapons formed from the remains of Buranki. Together, they form a team to pilot a powerful Buranki named Oubu, which requires the synchronization of their Bubuki. The group embarks on a mission to uncover the truth behind the Buranki, the Great Collapse, and the mysterious organization known as BBK that seeks to control these mechanical giants.

As the story progresses, Azuma and his friends encounter other Bubuki users, including allies and adversaries, each with their own motivations and connections to the Buranki. The narrative delves into themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the consequences of wielding immense power. Key characters such as Reoko Banryuu, a formidable Bubuki user with a tragic past, and Kaoruko Watari, a scientist with ties to the Buranki's origins, play pivotal roles in shaping the conflict.

The series explores the origins of the Buranki, revealing their connection to an ancient civilization and their purpose in maintaining balance between worlds. The protagonists face escalating challenges, including internal conflicts, betrayals, and battles against powerful enemies, as they strive to prevent the destruction of their world. The climax of the series ties together the mysteries of the Buranki, the Great Collapse, and the true nature of the Bubuki, culminating in a resolution that balances action, emotional depth, and thematic resolution.

"Bubuki Buranki" combines mecha action, character-driven drama, and a richly layered narrative to create a story that intertwines personal struggles with larger-scale conflicts. The series maintains a focus on its core characters and their growth, while expanding on the lore of its unique world.
Information
BBK/BRNK
ブブキ・ブランキ
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 12
Movie/Episode length: 24 min.
Date: 01/09/2016
Categories
Genre
ActionDrama
Settings
Sci-Fi
Tags
Mecha
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Witch's Son
2Fire titan
3The heart and limbs
4Right hand and a pistol
52 swords and 8 rings
6The Gray Jewel
7The Headless Titan
8The Stopped Heart
9Fist and Fist
10The Shattered Heart
11The Immortal Girl
12The Boy from Treasure Island
Cast
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Director
    Daizen Komatsuda
  • Script
    Jirō Ishii
    Yukinori Kitajima
  • Episode Director
    Kazuo Nogami
    Naotaka Hayashi
    Daizen Komatsuda
    Yoshimichi Hirai
    Shūhei Matsushita
    Takehiro Kubota
  • Character Design
    Yūsuke Kozaki
  • Mechanical design
    Takeshi Takakura
  • Sound Director
    Jin Aketagawa
  • Director of Photography
    Shinsuke Ikeda
  • Series Composition
    Jirō Ishii
    Yukinori Kitajima
  • Storyboard
    Shinsaku Sasaki
    Toshiya Niidome
    Hideyo Yamamoto
    Kazuya Murata
    Naotaka Hayashi
    Daizen Komatsuda
    Yoshimichi Hirai
    Takashi Sano
  • Music
    Masaru Yokoyama
  • Art Director
    Yūji Kaneko
  • Art design
    Yūji Kaneko
  • Cgi Director
  • Producer
    Kazuyuki Katō
    Shingo Yokota
    Hirokazu Hara
    Tatsuya Ueki
    Keisuke Arai
    Kin Ryu
    Kazuo Nomura
Production
  • Animation Production
    SANZIGEN