TV-Series
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.
Information
E's Otherwise
エス・アザーワイズ
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 26
Movie/Episode length: 23 min.
Date: 04/01/2003 – 09/23/2003
Categories
Genre
ActionDramaGhost Stories
Settings
MilitarySci-Fi
Tags
PSI Powers
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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
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Staff
  • Director
    Masami Shimoda
  • Script
    Atsuhiro Tomioka
    Katsuhiko Chiba
    Shōichi Satō
    Masashi Sogo
  • Episode Director
    Masami Shimoda
    Katsuichi Nakayama
    Shigeki Hatakeyama
    Masafumi Satō
    Toshinori Narita
    Kozo Yokota
    Yutaka Hirata
    Noriaki Akitaya
    Shūji Miyahara
    Naomichi Yamato
    Mashu Itō
  • Original Work
    Satol Yuiga
  • Art Director
    Takafumi Nima
    Takafumi Nishima
  • Animation Director
    Kazuyuki Ikai
    Akira Matsushima
    Sumio Watanabe
    Tatsuya Oka
    Tsuguyuki Kubo
    Yūichi Endō
    Takumi Ooshima
    Takehiro Hamatsu
    Takako Onishi
    Hiroyuki Shimizu
    Makoto Kohara
    Kumiko Horikoshi
    Nachiko Nekobe
  • Sound Director
  • Producer
    HIdetoku ITABASHI
    Ken Hagino
    Norio Yamakawa
    Hidenori Itahashi
  • Series Composition
    Katsuhiko Chiba
  • Storyboard
    Toshiya Niidome
    Masami Shimoda
    Hideki Tonokatsu
    Katsuichi Nakayama
    Sumio Watanabe
    Masafumi Satō
    Toshinori Narita
    Kozo Yokota
    Akitoshi Shimazu
    Naomichi Yamato
    Mashu Itō
  • Music
    Kazunori Miyake
    Shigen Momoi
  • Character Design
    Takehiro Hamatsu
  • Art
    Kazuhiko Suzuki
    Izumi Wada
    Norihiko Yokomatsu
    Tomoyuki Shimizu
    Takafumi Nishima
    Kayoko Kobayashi
  • Mechanical design
    Takashi Tanazawa
  • Director of Photography
    Atsuho Matsumoto
Production
  • Production
    Sotsu Co., Ltd.
    TV Tokyo
    Studio Pierrot
    Relations
    Manga overview
    Music
    Opening
    “Jouhou”
    Ending
    “tonight/midnight”