TV-Series
Description
"Heroic Age" is a science fiction anime series set in a distant future where humanity, known as the Iron Tribe, is on the brink of extinction. The story unfolds across a vast interstellar conflict involving multiple alien races, each vying for dominance. The central narrative revolves around the Iron Tribe's struggle for survival and their reliance on a mysterious boy named Age, who possesses extraordinary powers tied to an ancient prophecy.

The Iron Tribe, led by Princess Deianeira, embarks on a journey to find the legendary Heroic Tribe, beings of immense power believed to be the key to saving humanity. Deianeira discovers Age, a feral boy with a deep connection to the Heroic Tribe, and recruits him to aid their cause. Age is revealed to be a Nodos, a humanoid manifestation of the Heroic Tribe's power, and one of four such beings in existence. Each Nodos serves a different alien race, and their powers are tied to the fate of their respective factions.

The series explores the complex relationships between the Iron Tribe, the Nodos, and the alien races, including the technologically advanced Silver Tribe, the militaristic Bronze Tribe, and the enigmatic Gold Tribe. The Silver Tribe, in particular, seeks to manipulate the Nodos to achieve their goal of universal domination, while the Bronze Tribe views the Nodos as weapons of war. The Gold Tribe, once the guardians of peace, have largely withdrawn from the conflict, leaving the other races to their own devices.

As the story progresses, Age's powers grow, and his bond with Deianeira deepens. The Iron Tribe faces numerous challenges, including internal strife, external threats, and the moral dilemmas of wielding such destructive power. The narrative delves into themes of sacrifice, loyalty, and the consequences of war, as the Iron Tribe and their allies navigate the treacherous political landscape of the galaxy.

The climax of the series centers on a final confrontation between the Nodos and the Silver Tribe, with the fate of the universe hanging in the balance. Age must confront his own destiny and the true nature of the Heroic Tribe's power, while Deianeira struggles to maintain her leadership and protect her people. The resolution of the conflict hinges on the choices made by Age, Deianeira, and their allies, as they seek to forge a new path for humanity and the galaxy.

"Heroic Age" combines elements of space opera, mythology, and mecha anime, with a focus on character-driven storytelling and large-scale battles. The series features a diverse cast of characters, each with their own motivations and conflicts, and explores the interplay between individual agency and the broader forces shaping the universe. The narrative is structured around a series of escalating conflicts, culminating in a dramatic and emotionally charged conclusion.
Information
Heroic Age
ヒロイック・エイジ
Type: TV-Series
Anime episodes: 26
Movie/episode length: 25 min.
Date: 04/01/2007 – 09/30/2007
Categories
Genre
Adventure
Settings
Sci-FiSpace
Tags
Mecha
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Star of Destruction
2Forgotten Child
3Heroic Tribe
4Planet Titarros
5Nodoss
6Cemetery Belt
7Contract
8Flashing Nodoss
9Return
10Lonely Hero
11Shining Star
12The Torch of Destruction
13The Battle of Time
14Roughly Putting on Airs
15When Light Falls
16Exceeding the Rules
17Retaliation Forces
18Victorious Day
19Sortie in the System
20The Nodos of Darkness
21Planet Kodomos
22Deadly Contract
23The Four
24Elysion
25The Last Contract
26Age
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Chief Director
    Takashi Noto
  • Series Composition
  • Episode Director
    Shintarō Itoga
    Toshimasa Suzuki
  • Original story
  • Art Director
    Toshihiro Kohama
  • Animation Director
    Hideyuki Motohashi
    Shinichi Yamaoka
    Minoru Ueda
    Akira Takahashi
    Hisashi Hirai
    Meiju Maeda
    Tatsuya Suzuki
    Taeko Hori
    Takuya Matsumura
    Hitomi Matsuura
    Shinichirō Kajiura
    Akira Tabata
    Sunao Chikaoka
  • Art design
    Yoshinori Shiozawa
  • Sound Director
    Kazuya Tanaka
  • Producer
    Takatoshi Chino
    Gō Nakanishi
  • Director
    Toshimasa Suzuki
  • Storyboard
    Iwao Teraoka
    Toshimasa Suzuki
  • Music
    Naoki Satō
  • Character Design
    Hisashi Hirai
  • Chief Animation Director
    Hisashi Hirai
  • Mechanical design
    Ken Ōtsuka
    Naohiro Washio
    Yoshiki Kuga
  • 3D Director
    Hirofumi Yagi
  • Director of Photography
    Takashi Aoki
Production
  • Production
    King Records
    Argonaut Crew
  • Animation Production
    Xebec
Music
Ending
“Azurite”
“Azurite ~ for luster star Deianera”
“Azurite ~True grace~”