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.
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.
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
Cast
- Haruka Shigi
- Kagari/Homura
- Natsuo IchinomiRoland Wolf
- Takami Sahashi
- Homura
- Hikari
- Karasuba
- MutsuRobert Howard
- Yukari Sahashi
- Mitsuha
- Benitsubasa
- Miya Asama
- Kagari
- Hibiki
- Hayato Mikogami
- Hiroto Minaka
- Kazehana
- Tsukiumi
Comment(s)
Staff
- DirectorKeizō Kusakawa
- ScreenplayTakao Yoshioka
- Episode DirectorKeizō KusakawaAtsushi NakayamaYoshinari SaitōTaizo YoshidaMaki KodairaMasahiro OkadaKouta Fukuda
- Original creatorSakurako Gokurakuin
- Art DirectorJunichi Higashi
- Animation DirectorShinpei TomookaTakayoshi HashimotoAtsushi Kobayashi
- Sound DirectorJin Aketagawa
- Executive producerMasuo UedaOsamu UemuraNaohiro Tafu
- Series CompositionTakao Yoshioka
- StoryboardMichio FukudaTsutomu MiyazawaKeizō KusakawaOsamu InoueKobun ShizunoAtsushi NakayamaYoshinari SaitōTaizo Yoshida
- MusicHiroaki Sano
- Character DesignShinpei Tomooka
- ArtMie Kasai
- Art designHiroshi Izumi
- Director of PhotographyAtsushi Nakayama
- ProducerKozue KananiwaHiroyuki Shimizu
Production
- ProductionMOVICSeven ArcsAniplex
- Animation ProductionSeven Arcs
Music
Ending
“Kimi wo Omou Toki 「きみを想うとき」”

