Description
Ryo Hazuki, a young martial artist living in Yokosuka, Japan, witnesses his father’s murder at the hands of a mysterious man named Lan Di. The tragedy occurs after Lan Di steals a sacred artifact known as the Dragon Mirror from the Hazuki family dojo. Driven by a desire for vengeance, Ryo embarks on a journey to uncover the truth behind his father’s death and the significance of the Dragon Mirror. His quest leads him to delve into the underworld of martial arts, organized crime, and ancient Chinese mythology.
As Ryo investigates, he learns that Lan Di is connected to a powerful criminal organization called the Chi You Men, which seeks to gather ancient artifacts for unknown, potentially world-altering purposes. Along the way, Ryo encounters a variety of allies and adversaries, including martial artists, street thugs, and informants, each providing clues that bring him closer to Lan Di. His journey takes him from the streets of Yokosuka to the bustling city of Hong Kong and beyond, as he follows a trail of leads that intertwine with his father’s past and the secrets of the Dragon and Phoenix Mirrors.
Key characters include Nozomi Harasaki, Ryo’s childhood friend who provides emotional support, and Guizhang Chen, a skilled martial artist who aids Ryo in his investigation. Other figures, such as Master Chen, a wise mentor, and Xiuying Hong, a disciplined martial artist with her own ties to the Chi You Men, play pivotal roles in shaping Ryo’s path. The narrative balances Ryo’s personal quest for revenge with a broader exploration of loyalty, honor, and the consequences of obsession.
The story unfolds through a mix of action, mystery, and character-driven drama, with Ryo’s martial arts skills frequently tested in confrontations that highlight his growth as a fighter and as a person. The series maintains a focus on the intricate web of relationships and secrets surrounding the Dragon Mirror, while also delving into the cultural and historical significance of the artifacts at the heart of the conflict. The plot builds toward a confrontation with Lan Di, though the journey itself is marked by moments of introspection, discovery, and the forging of alliances that challenge Ryo’s singular focus on revenge.
As Ryo investigates, he learns that Lan Di is connected to a powerful criminal organization called the Chi You Men, which seeks to gather ancient artifacts for unknown, potentially world-altering purposes. Along the way, Ryo encounters a variety of allies and adversaries, including martial artists, street thugs, and informants, each providing clues that bring him closer to Lan Di. His journey takes him from the streets of Yokosuka to the bustling city of Hong Kong and beyond, as he follows a trail of leads that intertwine with his father’s past and the secrets of the Dragon and Phoenix Mirrors.
Key characters include Nozomi Harasaki, Ryo’s childhood friend who provides emotional support, and Guizhang Chen, a skilled martial artist who aids Ryo in his investigation. Other figures, such as Master Chen, a wise mentor, and Xiuying Hong, a disciplined martial artist with her own ties to the Chi You Men, play pivotal roles in shaping Ryo’s path. The narrative balances Ryo’s personal quest for revenge with a broader exploration of loyalty, honor, and the consequences of obsession.
The story unfolds through a mix of action, mystery, and character-driven drama, with Ryo’s martial arts skills frequently tested in confrontations that highlight his growth as a fighter and as a person. The series maintains a focus on the intricate web of relationships and secrets surrounding the Dragon Mirror, while also delving into the cultural and historical significance of the artifacts at the heart of the conflict. The plot builds toward a confrontation with Lan Di, though the journey itself is marked by moments of introspection, discovery, and the forging of alliances that challenge Ryo’s singular focus on revenge.
Episodes
Staffel 1
1Thunderclap
2Daybreak
3Yin-Yang
4Shackles
5Equal
6Dignified
7Future
8Aspiration
9Distinct
10Comeback
11Entangled
12Guidepost
13Shenmue
Cast
- Cody House
Comment(s)
Staff
- DirectorChikara Sakurai
- ScriptKento Shimoyama
- Episode DirectorYūichirō YanoYoshihiro SugaiNobuo TomizawaKeiko OyamadaChikara SakuraiTomoyuki KurokawaAtsushi WakabayashiMaki KodairaŌri YasukawaTomonori Kurokawa
- MusicKana Shibue
- Original Character DesignUdaka
- Art DirectorNatsue Muramoto
- Animation DirectorTomoaki KadoHiroaki NoguchiHiromi OkazakiYumiko IshiiKumiko ShishidoKōichi SuenagaKenji HattoriGen TakaseEiichi TokuraYōichi TakadaYumiko ShiraiAyako SatōHyo Sang YooKei SakaiToshihiro UranakaBum-Chul ChangKei SaotomeYun Mi ChoiYing Xing MaoHey Ran ParkSuk Yoon LeeHyun Jin KimFeng HuangXiao Wei WuGuang MingYashichi OhizumiToshinori YamamuraJing ZhouTsutomu Ōno
- Cgi DirectorRyōta Takano
- Executive producerJason DeMarcoSarah Victor
- Series CompositionKento Shimoyama
- StoryboardYūichirō YanoYoshihiro SugaiHisao YokoboriNobuo TomizawaYukihiro MatsushitaChikara SakuraiTomoyuki KurokawaShingo ShimoyamaTakashi SanoTomonori Kurokawa
- Unit DirectorShingo Shimoyama
- Original creatorYū Suzuki
- Character DesignKensuke Ishikawa
- Chief Animation DirectorKōichi SuenagaKensuke IshikawaKumiko HorikoshiYōichi TakadaYumiko ShiraiSatoshi Umizuka
- Sound DirectorYasunori Ebina
- Director of PhotographyTatsuo Noguchi
- ProducerJoseph Chou
Production
- ProductionCrunchyrollTMS EntertainmentSegaAdult SwimShenmue Project
- Animation ProductionTelecom Animation Film
Relations
Anime overview
Music
Ending
“UNDEAD-NOID”
Ep. 2-12
“Sympathy”

