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"Black Fox" is a science fiction action anime centered around Rikka Isurugi, a young woman trained as a ninja by her father, a former detective turned private investigator. The story begins with Rikka celebrating her 16th birthday at her family’s detective agency, which specializes in cases involving advanced technology. Her peaceful life is shattered when the agency is attacked by a shadowy organization seeking a powerful AI system developed by Rikka’s father. During the assault, her father is killed, and Rikka vows to uncover the truth behind his death and the organization responsible.

The narrative shifts to three years later, where Rikka has abandoned her ninja training and lives a quiet life working at a robotics company. However, her past catches up with her when she encounters Melissa, a highly advanced AI android created by her father. Melissa’s presence reignites Rikka’s resolve to confront the organization that destroyed her family. Alongside Melissa and her childhood friend, Mia, Rikka embarks on a mission to dismantle the organization and uncover the secrets of her father’s AI technology.

The story explores themes of revenge, family legacy, and the ethical implications of artificial intelligence. Rikka’s journey is marked by intense action sequences, strategic battles, and emotional confrontations as she balances her ninja skills with her growing reliance on technology. The organization, led by a mysterious figure known as Clive, seeks to weaponize the AI for global domination, creating a high-stakes conflict that drives the plot forward.

Key characters include Rikka, whose determination and combat skills make her a formidable protagonist; Melissa, whose evolving AI capabilities and bond with Rikka add depth to the narrative; and Mia, whose technical expertise and unwavering support provide a human counterpoint to the story’s technological focus. The antagonist, Clive, serves as a ruthless and calculating foil to Rikka’s quest for justice.

The anime blends traditional ninja elements with futuristic technology, creating a unique setting where ancient martial arts intersect with cutting-edge robotics. The plot unfolds through a series of escalating confrontations, culminating in a climactic showdown that tests Rikka’s resolve and the limits of her abilities. "Black Fox" delivers a tightly woven story of action, intrigue, and personal growth, anchored by its exploration of the relationship between humanity and artificial intelligence.
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Black Fox
Blackfox
Type: Movie
Movie/episode length: 90 min.
Date: 10/05/2019
Official Website:BLACKFOX 公式サイト
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Staff
  • Chief Director
    Kazuya Nomura
  • Series Composition
    Naoki Hayashi
  • Storyboard
    Yasuhiro Irie
    Kazuya Nomura
    Masayuki Sakoi
    Shinya Iino
    Keisuke Shinohara
  • Music
    Masaru Yokoyama
    Kana Hashiguchi
  • Art Director
    Yūji Kaneko
  • Mechanical design
    Fumihiro Katagai
    Kenji Andō
  • Sound Director
    Jin Aketagawa
  • Executive producer
    Shinsaku Hatta
    Yukihiro Ito
    Satoshi Matsui
    Kōji Fujimoto
    Takanori Aki
    Naoya Okamura
    Tomoyuki Miyagawa
    Wang Wan Ching
    Kazuo Katō
  • Director
    Keisuke Shinohara
  • Script
    Naoki Hayashi
  • Unit Director
    Hidemi Yamashita
    Yoshihiro Hiramine
    Shinya Iino
    Keisuke Shinohara
  • Character Design
    Atsushi Saitō
  • Animation Director
    Ken Mukaigawara
    Takuya Miyahara
    Yukie Akiya
    Ayako Kanamaru
    Tsuyoshi Iida
    Tomoyuki Kameda
  • 3D Director
    Shunsaku Usui
  • Director of Photography
  • Producer
    Takayuki Nagatani
    Hitoshi Kawamura
    Mitsutoshi Ogura
    Manami Ishida
    Keiko Ikezaki
    Shinji Ōmori
    Nobuhiko Kurosu
    Michiko Fuji
    Yuki Uekusa
    Motohira Oda
Production
  • Production
    Crunchyroll
    Infinite
    BS Fuji
    Toei Video Co., Ltd.
    DeNA
    TV Tokyo Medianet
    D-techno
    Happinet Corporation
    Good Smile Film
    Samurai Drama Channel
  • Animation Production
    Studio 3Hz