Description
"E's" is a 26-episode anime series that blends science fiction, psychological drama, and action. The story is set in a near-future world where a powerful organization named Ashurum controls society through advanced technology and psychic abilities. Ashurum, led by the enigmatic Chairman, seeks to harness and exploit individuals with psychic powers, known as "Gifted," for their own agenda. The series explores themes of power, control, and the ethical implications of manipulating human potential.
The protagonist, Kai Kudou, is a young man with a tragic past. After losing his family in a fire caused by Ashurum's experiments, Kai becomes a member of a resistance group called "E's," which opposes Ashurum's oppressive regime. E's is led by Yuuki Tokugawa, a skilled fighter and strategist, and includes other members such as Asuka Tokugawa, Yuuki's younger sister, and Ryuuji Yamagiwa, a former Ashurum operative. Together, they work to protect Gifted individuals and dismantle Ashurum's control.
Kai's journey is central to the narrative, as he grapples with his own psychic abilities and the trauma of his past. His powers, which initially manifest as uncontrollable bursts of energy, become a focal point for both E's and Ashurum. The Chairman, driven by a desire to create a new world order, sees Kai as a key to achieving his vision. This leads to intense confrontations between E's and Ashurum, with Kai often caught in the middle.
The series delves into the personal struggles of its characters, particularly Kai and Asuka. Asuka, who also possesses psychic abilities, faces her own challenges as she tries to reconcile her loyalty to E's with her growing feelings for Kai. Their relationship evolves amidst the chaos, adding emotional depth to the story. Meanwhile, Ryuuji's past as an Ashurum operative creates tension within the group, as his motivations and allegiances are frequently questioned.
Throughout the series, the conflict between E's and Ashurum escalates, culminating in a climactic showdown. The Chairman's true intentions are revealed, exposing the extent of his manipulation and the dark origins of Ashurum's experiments. The final episodes focus on Kai's internal struggle to control his powers and his determination to protect those he cares about, even at great personal cost.
"E's" combines action-packed sequences with introspective moments, creating a narrative that balances external conflict with internal growth. The series examines the consequences of wielding power and the importance of free will, making it a thought-provoking addition to the science fiction genre.
The protagonist, Kai Kudou, is a young man with a tragic past. After losing his family in a fire caused by Ashurum's experiments, Kai becomes a member of a resistance group called "E's," which opposes Ashurum's oppressive regime. E's is led by Yuuki Tokugawa, a skilled fighter and strategist, and includes other members such as Asuka Tokugawa, Yuuki's younger sister, and Ryuuji Yamagiwa, a former Ashurum operative. Together, they work to protect Gifted individuals and dismantle Ashurum's control.
Kai's journey is central to the narrative, as he grapples with his own psychic abilities and the trauma of his past. His powers, which initially manifest as uncontrollable bursts of energy, become a focal point for both E's and Ashurum. The Chairman, driven by a desire to create a new world order, sees Kai as a key to achieving his vision. This leads to intense confrontations between E's and Ashurum, with Kai often caught in the middle.
The series delves into the personal struggles of its characters, particularly Kai and Asuka. Asuka, who also possesses psychic abilities, faces her own challenges as she tries to reconcile her loyalty to E's with her growing feelings for Kai. Their relationship evolves amidst the chaos, adding emotional depth to the story. Meanwhile, Ryuuji's past as an Ashurum operative creates tension within the group, as his motivations and allegiances are frequently questioned.
Throughout the series, the conflict between E's and Ashurum escalates, culminating in a climactic showdown. The Chairman's true intentions are revealed, exposing the extent of his manipulation and the dark origins of Ashurum's experiments. The final episodes focus on Kai's internal struggle to control his powers and his determination to protect those he cares about, even at great personal cost.
"E's" combines action-packed sequences with introspective moments, creating a narrative that balances external conflict with internal growth. The series examines the consequences of wielding power and the importance of free will, making it a thought-provoking addition to the science fiction genre.
Episodes
Staffel 1
1Ostentation of Peace and Quiet
2We Are Not For Destruction
3The Arrow Freed
4On the Drifted Ground
5Magnificent approach
6Experimental city
7Purple destiny
8Rise and fall of Tokugawa
9Charmed soul
10Rewritten memory
11Sweet gloom
12Blind spot
13Naive passion
14A lonely shooting star
15Denizens of Paradise
16Similar calibers
17Exodus to Light
18Same Bed, Different Dreams
19Drift In The Current
20Desire and Destiny
21Frozen Flame
22Rhapsody
23Far Away Dawn
24The Awakening Evil
25Collection Time
26The Upcoming New Era
Cast
- MaximJason Miesse
- Kai Kudo
- Raphael
- Shen-Lon Belvedere
- Hikaru KudouDanielle Kimball
- Maxim Feller
- Eiji Sagimiya
- Hikaru Kudo
- Asuka Tokugawa
- Kai Kudou
- Shin-Lu Belvedere
- Shen-Long BelvedereMasako Ozawa
Comment(s)
Staff
- DirectorMasami Shimoda
- ScriptAtsuhiro TomiokaKatsuhiko ChibaShōichi SatōMasashi Sogo
- Episode DirectorMasami ShimodaKatsuichi NakayamaShigeki HatakeyamaMasafumi SatōToshinori NaritaKozo YokotaYutaka HirataNoriaki AkitayaShūji MiyaharaNaomichi YamatoMashu Itō
- Original WorkSatol Yuiga
- Art DirectorTakafumi NimaTakafumi Nishima
- Animation DirectorKazuyuki IkaiAkira MatsushimaSumio WatanabeTatsuya OkaTsuguyuki KuboYūichi EndōTakumi OoshimaTakehiro HamatsuTakako OnishiHiroyuki ShimizuMakoto KoharaKumiko HorikoshiNachiko Nekobe
- Sound Director
- ProducerHIdetoku ITABASHIKen HaginoNorio YamakawaHidenori Itahashi
- Series CompositionKatsuhiko Chiba
- StoryboardToshiya NiidomeMasami ShimodaHideki TonokatsuKatsuichi NakayamaSumio WatanabeMasafumi SatōToshinori NaritaKozo YokotaAkitoshi ShimazuNaomichi YamatoMashu Itō
- MusicKazunori MiyakeShigen Momoi
- Character DesignTakehiro Hamatsu
- ArtKazuhiko SuzukiIzumi WadaNorihiko YokomatsuTomoyuki ShimizuTakafumi NishimaKayoko Kobayashi
- Mechanical designTakashi Tanazawa
- Director of PhotographyAtsuho Matsumoto
Production
- ProductionSotsu Co., Ltd.TV TokyoStudio Pierrot
Relations
Manga overview
Music
Opening
“Jouhou”
Ending
“tonight/midnight”

