TV-Series
Description
"Vampiyan Kids" is a 2001 anime series that blends supernatural themes with comedic and adventurous elements. The story centers around two young vampires, Ru and his sister Rem, who are sent to the human world by their parents to escape a vampire hunter. The siblings are tasked with finding a legendary treasure known as the "Vampire's Tear," which is said to grant immense power. However, their mission is complicated by their lack of knowledge about the human world and their own limitations as vampires.

Ru and Rem are not typical vampires; they are "Vampiyans," a hybrid species born from the union of vampires and humans. This unique heritage gives them certain abilities, such as transforming into bats, but also imposes restrictions, such as their inability to drink human blood. Instead, they rely on tomato juice to sustain themselves. Their journey is further complicated by the presence of a vampire hunter named Don-Don, who relentlessly pursues them, and a group of eccentric human allies who join them on their quest.

The narrative unfolds episodically, with each episode presenting a new challenge or obstacle as the siblings search for the Vampire's Tear. Along the way, they encounter various supernatural beings, including ghosts, demons, and other vampires, each adding layers of complexity to their mission. The series balances humor with moments of tension, often highlighting the cultural misunderstandings and mishaps that arise from Ru and Rem's unfamiliarity with human customs.

Key characters include Ru, the more impulsive and adventurous of the siblings, and Rem, who is more cautious and level-headed. Their contrasting personalities often lead to comedic situations but also underscore their reliance on each other. Don-Don, the vampire hunter, serves as a persistent antagonist, driven by a personal vendetta against vampires. The human allies, such as the bumbling detective Kunkun and the resourceful girl Chii, provide both comic relief and assistance to the siblings.

The overarching plot revolves around the search for the Vampire's Tear, but the series also explores themes of family, identity, and the clash between supernatural and human worlds. The episodic structure allows for a mix of standalone adventures and ongoing character development, culminating in a final confrontation that ties together the various threads of the story. "Vampiyan Kids" offers a lighthearted yet engaging take on the vampire genre, appealing to audiences with its blend of humor, adventure, and supernatural intrigue.
Information
Vampiyan Kids
バンパイヤン・キッズ
Vampirian Kids: The Veggie Vampires
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 26
Date: 10/13/2001
Categories
Genre
Comedy
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Staff
  • Director · Masaaki Yuasa
  • Director · Masatsugu Arakawa
  • Script · Rika Nakase
  • Script · Nobuaki Kishima
  • Script · Junki Takegami
  • Script · Satoru Nishizono
  • Storyboard · Masaaki Yuasa
  • Storyboard · Masatsugu Arakawa
  • Storyboard · Jun Takahashi
  • Storyboard · Toyokazu Sakai
  • Storyboard · Tamazō Takemoto
  • Storyboard · Kazunobu Fuseki
  • Storyboard · Eizou Kojima
  • Episode Director · Yoshitaka Fujimoto
  • Episode Director · Kaoru Suzuki
  • Episode Director · Tsuneo Tominaga
  • Episode Director · Takahiko Hoshiai
  • Episode Director · Yasushi Murayama
  • Episode Director · Jun Takahashi
  • Episode Director · Toyokazu Sakai
  • Episode Director · Daisuke Tsukushi
  • Music · Toshihiko Sahashi
  • Music · Kō Ōtani
  • Original Character Design · Suzuka Yoshida
  • Character Design · Miyako Yatsu
  • Art Director · Hiromasa Ogura
  • Art Director · Eriko Hongo
  • Animation Director · Kazuchika Kise
  • Animation Director · Masayuki
  • Animation Director · Hiroyoshi Iida
  • Animation Director · Ryota Niino
  • Animation Director · Takenori Tsukuma
  • Animation Director · Hatsue Kato
  • Animation Director · Miyako Yatsu
  • Animation Director · Kazuyuki Maeda
  • Animation Director · Kensuke Ishikawa
  • Animation Director · Satoshi Kubo
  • Animation Director · Shinichiro Kajiura
  • Animation Character Design · Kayoko Nabeta
  • Animation Character Design · Miyako Yazu
  • 3D Director · Tokumitsu Kifune
  • Sound Director · Hozumi Gōda
  • Producer · Masatoshi Nishizawa
Production
  • Production · Production I.G
  • Production · Fuji TV
  • Animation Production · Xebec
  • Animation Production · Trans Arts Co.
Music
Ending
  • ?
    “"Nanchatte VAMPIYAN"” - UnkownArtist (Ep 0)
  • 01-26
    “"La Booo!"” - DANCE MAN