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Description
"Tank Knights Portriss" is set in a war-torn world where nations rely on advanced tank technology to dominate the battlefield. The story centers on a group of young soldiers known as the Tank Knights, who pilot specialized tanks called Portriss. These machines are not only weapons of war but also hold a mysterious connection to their pilots, enhancing their abilities and forming a symbiotic relationship. The narrative explores the struggles of these soldiers as they navigate the complexities of war, loyalty, and personal growth.

The protagonist, a skilled but inexperienced tank pilot, joins the Tank Knights after a devastating attack on their homeland. Alongside a diverse team of comrades, each with unique skills and backgrounds, the protagonist must learn to master the Portriss and confront the challenges of warfare. The group faces formidable enemies, including rival nations and rogue factions, while uncovering secrets about the origins of the Portriss and their true purpose.

Key characters include the stoic team leader, whose tactical brilliance is matched by a deep sense of responsibility; a fiery and impulsive pilot driven by a desire for revenge; and a quiet, enigmatic mechanic with a hidden past tied to the Portriss technology. As the story progresses, alliances are tested, and the characters grapple with moral dilemmas, the cost of war, and the bonds they form with one another.

The plot intertwines intense tank battles with moments of introspection, revealing the human cost of conflict and the resilience of those who fight. Themes of camaraderie, sacrifice, and the search for identity are explored as the Tank Knights strive to protect their homeland and uncover the truth behind the war. The series balances action-driven sequences with character-driven storytelling, creating a narrative that is both engaging and thought-provoking.
Information
Tank Knights Portriss
無限戦記ポトリス
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 52
Date: 04/05/2003 – 03/27/2004
Categories
Genre
AdventureActionComedy
Settings
Sci-Fi
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Staff
  • Director · Jongsik Nam
  • Director · Akira Shigino
  • Series Composition · Shinzō Fujita
  • Script · Shinzō Fujita
  • Script · Takahiko Masuda
  • Script · Yoshifumi Fukushima
  • Script · Toshimichi Okawa
  • Script · Nobuo Ogizawa
  • Script · Shunsuke Ozawa
  • Script · Kōji Miura
  • Storyboard · Hidehito Ueda
  • Storyboard · Yutaka Kagawa
  • Storyboard · Akira Shigeno
  • Music · Yūko Fukushima
  • Music · Keita Shiina
  • Character Design · Hirotoshi Takaya
  • Animation Director · Hirotoshi Takaya
  • Producer · Toru Hasegawa
  • Producer · Naoki Sasada
  • Producer · Junji Aoki
Production
  • Animation Production · Sunrise
  • Production · Sunrise
  • Production · NAS
  • Production · TV Tokyo
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Music
Opening
  • ?
    “"Super Dimension-specific DNA「超時空的DNA」"” - COOL(eps 1-26)
  • 27-52
    “"ALIVE〜the way to there〜"” - COOL
Ending
  • 27-52
    “"Daichi no Sukuramu 「大地のスクラム」"” - ENVY
  • 27-51
    “"Harebare Hello, Days 「ハレバレHello, Days」"” - ENVY