OVA
Description
"Ai to ken Camelot: Mangaka Marina Time Slip" centers on Marina, a modern-day manga artist who finds herself transported back in time to the legendary kingdom of Camelot. While working on a manga about King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, Marina mysteriously awakens in the very world she was illustrating. She quickly realizes that her knowledge of Arthurian legends gives her a unique advantage, as she can foresee events and understand the motivations of key figures. However, her presence also disrupts the timeline, creating unforeseen consequences.

Marina encounters familiar characters from Arthurian lore, including King Arthur, Merlin, Lancelot, and Guinevere. She forms a close bond with Arthur, who is intrigued by her insights and modern perspective. As she navigates the political intrigue and moral dilemmas of Camelot, Marina must decide whether to use her knowledge to alter history or preserve the timeline as it was meant to unfold. Her decisions often place her at odds with powerful figures, including Morgan le Fay, who views Marina as a threat to her own ambitions.

The narrative explores themes of fate, free will, and the ethical implications of altering history. Marina’s dual role as an outsider and a participant in Camelot’s events adds complexity to her character, as she grapples with her growing attachment to the people she meets and her desire to return to her own time. The story blends historical fantasy with time-travel elements, creating a unique twist on the Arthurian legend. The interplay between Marina’s modern sensibilities and the medieval setting drives much of the conflict and character development, offering a fresh perspective on a well-known mythos.
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Ai to Ken no Camelot: Mangaka Marina Time Slip Jiken
愛と剣のキャメロット 漫画家マリナタイムスリップ事件
Marina the Manga Artist Goes to Camelot
Type: OVA
Date: 10/03/1990
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Staff
  • Director
    Fumiko Ishii
  • Music
    Kazz Toyama
  • Character Design
    Masahiro Koyama
    Amu Taniguchi
  • Animation Director
    Masahiro Koyama
  • Director of Photography
    Akio Saitō
  • Script
    Mami Watanabe
    Hitomi Fujimoto
  • Original Work
    Hitomi Fujimoto
  • Art Director
    Hideo Chiba
  • Producer
    Kazuo Nakano
    Haruo Sai
    Hiroshi Katō
Production
  • Production
    TOHO
    Shueisha