TV-Series
Description
In "Sekirei," the narrative unfolds in a futuristic Tokyo where mysterious beings known as Sekirei, humanoid entities with extraordinary powers, are central to a high-stakes competition called the Sekirei Plan. The story revolves around Minato Sahashi, a young man who has failed his college entrance exams twice and struggles with self-confidence. His life takes a dramatic turn when he encounters Musubi, a Sekirei, who chooses him as her Ashikabi, a human partner capable of forming a bond with a Sekirei and unlocking their full potential. This bond, known as "winging," is a crucial element of the Sekirei Plan, a battle royale where Ashikabi and their Sekirei must compete to be the last pair standing.

As Minato becomes entangled in the Sekirei Plan, he forms bonds with multiple Sekirei, including Tsukiumi, Kusano, and Matsu, each possessing unique abilities and personalities. The relationships between Minato and his Sekirei are central to the story, blending action, romance, and comedic elements. The Sekirei Plan is orchestrated by the enigmatic MBI Corporation, led by Minaka Hiroto, whose motives remain shrouded in mystery. The competition is marked by intense battles, alliances, and rivalries, as Ashikabi and Sekirei navigate the complexities of their bonds and the dangers of the tournament.

The series explores themes of loyalty, love, and self-discovery, as Minato grows from a hesitant and uncertain individual into a more confident and capable leader. The Sekirei, bound by their Ashikabi, grapple with their own identities and desires, often questioning their purpose within the Sekirei Plan. The narrative also delves into the broader implications of the Sekirei Plan, hinting at deeper conspiracies and the true nature of the Sekirei themselves. Through its blend of action-packed sequences, emotional character development, and intricate world-building, "Sekirei" presents a compelling story set in a richly imagined universe.
Information
Sekirei
セキレイ
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 12
Movie/Episode length: 30 min.
Date: 07/02/2008 – 09/17/2008
Categories
Genre
ActionDramaFighting ShounenComedyRomance
Tags
EcchiEcchi-free AdultHarem
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Sekirei
2Door to a New House
3The Green Girl
4Strange Story About Izumosou
5The Water Sekirei
6Izumo Inn Flower Troops
7The Black Sekirei
8Shutdown in the Imperial Capital
9Hire and Wind
10The Night Before the Escape
11Sekirei Crest Erasure
12The Sekirei of Fate
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Director
    Keizō Kusakawa
  • Screenplay
    Takao Yoshioka
  • Episode Director
    Keizō Kusakawa
    Atsushi Nakayama
    Yoshinari Saitō
    Taizo Yoshida
    Maki Kodaira
    Masahiro Okada
    Kouta Fukuda
  • Original creator
    Sakurako Gokurakuin
  • Art Director
    Junichi Higashi
  • Animation Director
    Shinpei Tomooka
    Takayoshi Hashimoto
    Atsushi Kobayashi
  • Sound Director
    Jin Aketagawa
  • Executive producer
    Masuo Ueda
    Osamu Uemura
    Naohiro Tafu
  • Series Composition
    Takao Yoshioka
  • Storyboard
    Michio Fukuda
    Tsutomu Miyazawa
    Keizō Kusakawa
    Osamu Inoue
    Kobun Shizuno
    Atsushi Nakayama
    Yoshinari Saitō
    Taizo Yoshida
  • Music
    Hiroaki Sano
  • Character Design
    Shinpei Tomooka
  • Art
    Mie Kasai
  • Art design
    Hiroshi Izumi
  • Director of Photography
    Atsushi Nakayama
  • Producer
    Kozue Kananiwa
    Hiroyuki Shimizu
Production
  • Production
    MOVIC
    Seven Arcs
    Aniplex
  • Animation Production
    Seven Arcs
Relations
Manga overview
Music
Ending
“Kimi wo Omou Toki 「きみを想うとき」”