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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Episodes
Staffel 1
1I am a Pure hearted Monster-zoyo
2Threating 1000 people at school-zoyo.
4Search for the Camera of 1000 fears-zoyo.
5Confrontation of the Vampiyan Hunter-zoyo.
6The Phantom Ship Cheif's Game Plan-zoyo.
7Scaaaaary Grandpa has come-zoyo!
8Frankin-kun's Rival-zoyo.
9Dragon Baby, Culn's Birth-zoyo.
10Drastic Attack on the Telivision Department-Zoyo.
26Pudding Eyes Full of Tears. Goodbye Human World-Zoyo.
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Director
    Masatsugu Arakawa
  • Storyboard
    Masatsugu Arakawa
    Jun Takahashi
    Toyokazu Sakai
    Tamazō Takemoto
    Kazunobu Fuseki
    Eizou Kojima
  • Music
    Toshihiko Sahashi
    Kō Ōtani
  • Character Design
    Miyako Yatsu
  • Animation Director
    Kazuchika Kise
    Masayuki
    Hiroyoshi Iida
    Ryota Niino
    Takenori Tsukuma
    Hatsue Kato
    Miyako Yatsu
    Kazuyuki Maeda
    Satoshi Kubo
    Taketomo Ishikawa
    Shinichirō Kajiura
  • 3D Director
    Tokumitsu Kifune
  • Producer
    Masatomo Nishizawa
  • Script
    Rika Nakase
    Nobuaki Kishima
    Junki Takegami
    Satoru Nishizono
  • Episode Director
    Yoshitaka Fujimoto
    Tsuneo Tominaga
    Takahiko Hoshiai
    Jun Takahashi
    Toyokazu Sakai
    Daisuke Tsukushi
    Kiyoshi Murayama
  • Original Character Design
    Suzuka Yoshida
  • Art Director
    Hiromasa Ogura
    Eriko Hongo
  • Animation Character Design
    Kayoko Nabeta
    Miyako Yazu
  • Sound Director
Production
  • Production
    Production I.G
    Fuji Television Network
  • Animation Production
    Xebec
    Trans Arts Co.
Music
Ending
“Nanchatte VAMPIYAN”
Ep. 01-26
“La Booo!”