Description
"Tomica Kizuna Gattai Earth Granner" is a mecha anime series that centers around a group of children tasked with defending Earth from an alien threat. The story begins when the planet is invaded by the Zorndyke, a mysterious alien force that seeks to conquer Earth by deploying massive mechanical creatures known as Mecha Beasts. In response, humanity develops the Earth Granner, a powerful mecha formed by combining six smaller vehicles, each piloted by a child with a unique role. These children, known as the Earth Granner Team, are chosen for their courage, teamwork, and ability to harness the power of the Granner Stones, which are essential for operating the mecha.
The main characters include Haruto Shirogane, the team's leader and pilot of the red Granner vehicle; Akira Yamabuki, the hot-headed pilot of the blue vehicle; and Rikka Sakuragawa, the calm and analytical pilot of the yellow vehicle. Other members include Sota Mogami, the youngest and most energetic pilot of the green vehicle; Yuri Kanzaki, the skilled pilot of the pink vehicle; and Takuma Aoi, the stoic pilot of the black vehicle. Together, they must learn to work as a cohesive unit to unlock the full potential of Earth Granner and protect their world.
The narrative unfolds through episodic battles against the Zorndyke's Mecha Beasts, with each encounter testing the team's resolve and ability to adapt. As the series progresses, the children uncover more about the Zorndyke's motives and the origins of the Granner Stones, revealing deeper layers of the conflict. Themes of friendship, sacrifice, and perseverance are woven into the story as the team faces increasingly formidable foes and personal challenges. The series balances action-packed mecha battles with moments of character development, highlighting the growth of each team member as they confront their fears and insecurities.
The climax of the series involves a final confrontation with the Zorndyke's ultimate weapon, requiring the Earth Granner Team to push their limits and rely on their unbreakable bond to save Earth. The resolution ties together the overarching narrative, emphasizing the importance of unity and determination in the face of overwhelming odds. Throughout the series, the interplay between the characters and their evolving relationships serves as a driving force, making "Tomica Kizuna Gattai Earth Granner" a story that combines thrilling mecha action with heartfelt storytelling.
The main characters include Haruto Shirogane, the team's leader and pilot of the red Granner vehicle; Akira Yamabuki, the hot-headed pilot of the blue vehicle; and Rikka Sakuragawa, the calm and analytical pilot of the yellow vehicle. Other members include Sota Mogami, the youngest and most energetic pilot of the green vehicle; Yuri Kanzaki, the skilled pilot of the pink vehicle; and Takuma Aoi, the stoic pilot of the black vehicle. Together, they must learn to work as a cohesive unit to unlock the full potential of Earth Granner and protect their world.
The narrative unfolds through episodic battles against the Zorndyke's Mecha Beasts, with each encounter testing the team's resolve and ability to adapt. As the series progresses, the children uncover more about the Zorndyke's motives and the origins of the Granner Stones, revealing deeper layers of the conflict. Themes of friendship, sacrifice, and perseverance are woven into the story as the team faces increasingly formidable foes and personal challenges. The series balances action-packed mecha battles with moments of character development, highlighting the growth of each team member as they confront their fears and insecurities.
The climax of the series involves a final confrontation with the Zorndyke's ultimate weapon, requiring the Earth Granner Team to push their limits and rely on their unbreakable bond to save Earth. The resolution ties together the overarching narrative, emphasizing the importance of unity and determination in the face of overwhelming odds. Throughout the series, the interplay between the characters and their evolving relationships serves as a driving force, making "Tomica Kizuna Gattai Earth Granner" a story that combines thrilling mecha action with heartfelt storytelling.
Cast
- Manriki Kudō
- Puff Puff
Staff
- Director · Shinji Ushiro
- Series Composition · Yuka Yamada
- Script · Natsuko Takahashi
- Script · Takamitsu Kouno
- Script · Yuka Yamada
- Script · Shinji Ushiro
- Script · Koujirou Nakamura
- Script · Keiichirō Ōchi
- Script · Shinji Satō
- Storyboard · Nagisa Miyazaki
- Storyboard · Nanako Shimazaki
- Storyboard · Shigeharu Takahashi
- Storyboard · Hiroyuki Yano
- Storyboard · Satoshi Nakagawa
- Storyboard · Masakatsu Iijima
- Storyboard · Akihiro Enomoto
- Storyboard · Yumi Kamakura
- Storyboard · Toshinori Watanabe
- Storyboard · Satomi Nakamura
- Storyboard · Satoshi Shimizu
- Storyboard · Shinji Ushiro
- Storyboard · Kobii Tōfu
- Episode Director · Nanako Shimazaki
- Episode Director · Nobuaki Nakanishi
- Episode Director · Masahiro Okamura
- Episode Director · Tsuyoshi Yoshimoto
- Episode Director · Noriyoshi Nakamura
- Episode Director · Naoyoshi Kusaka
- Episode Director · Shigeki Awai
- Episode Director · Yoshihiko Iwata
- Episode Director · Fumihiro Matsui
- Episode Director · Kazuya Fujishiro
- Episode Director · Taiki Nishimura
- Episode Director · Natsumi Uchinuma
- Unit Director · Yumi Kamakura
- Unit Director · Kenichiro Komaya
- Unit Director · Fumihiro Matsui
- Music · Noriyuki Asakura
- Character Design · Yuko Inoue
- Art Director · Takeshi Kodaka
- Chief Animation Director · Yuko Inoue
- Chief Animation Director · Tsukasa Sorimachi
- Animation Director · Hajime Yoshida
- Animation Director · Yuko Inoue
- Animation Director · Takashi Yokoyama
- Animation Director · Teruhiko Yamazaki
- Animation Director · Kazuyuki Ikai
- Animation Director · Kohei Yanagida
- Animation Director · Toshiya Furuike
- Animation Director · Megumi Takahashi
- Animation Director · Sou Katou
- Animation Director · Ayako Tauchi
- Animation Director · Tsuyoshi Sakai
- Animation Director · Myoung Jun Cha
- Animation Director · Michiyo Sugawara
- Animation Director · Kazuyuki Fujita
- Animation Director · Yumiko Komiyama
- Animation Director · Ja Cheon Ku
- Animation Director · Shunryō Yamamura
- Animation Director · Jin Isurugi
- Animation Director · Hitomi Kaiho
- Animation Director · Isao Nanba
- Animation Director · Ken'ichi Yamagata
- Animation Director · Kazue Motohiro
- Animation Director · Shunsuke Igarashi
- Animation Director · Satoru Shiraishi
- Animation Director · Sayaka Ueno
- Animation Director · Liang Chen
- Animation Director · Koichi Kamata
- Animation Director · Fu Zi Cheng
- Animation Director · Min Wang
- Animation Director · Takashi Honda
- Animation Director · Yao Wu
- Sound Director · Yasunori Ebina
- Cgi Director · Yū Nagai
- Director of Photography · Tatsumi Yukiwaki
- Executive producer · Takuya Yokoyama
- Executive producer · Tetsuya Endo
- Producer · Tomoyuki Saito
- Producer · Eiji Kanaoka
- Producer · Hideki Kama
Production
- Animation Production · OLM
- Production · Dentsu
- Production · TV Osaka
Music
Opening
“Sekai ga Kimi o Hitsuyō to Suru Toki ga Kitanda (世界が君を必要とする時が来たんだ)”
Ending
“Bokura ga Hero (僕らがヒーロー)”
