TV-Series
Description
"Fighting Foodons" is a 56-episode anime series that blends culinary themes with fantasy battles. The story is set in a world where food can be transformed into living creatures called Foodons, which are used in competitive battles. These Foodons are created by chefs known as Cookers, who use special recipes and ingredients to summon them. The battles are overseen by the Gourmand Government, which regulates the use of Foodons and ensures fair competition.

The protagonist, Chase, is a young boy who dreams of becoming the greatest Cooker in the world. He is joined by his sister, Fū, and their friend, Coco, as they embark on a journey to master the art of creating and battling Foodons. Chase’s ultimate goal is to defeat the villainous Emperor Gorge, who seeks to dominate the world by controlling the Foodon battles and exploiting their power. Emperor Gorge is aided by his henchmen, including the cunning and manipulative Dr. Hojō, who creates powerful and often unethical Foodons to further their agenda.

Throughout the series, Chase and his companions travel across various regions, encountering rival Cookers and participating in Foodon battles to hone their skills. Each battle requires strategic thinking, as the strengths and weaknesses of Foodons are determined by their ingredients and preparation methods. The series emphasizes the importance of creativity, teamwork, and ethical cooking practices, contrasting Chase’s honorable approach with the underhanded tactics employed by Emperor Gorge and his allies.

As the story progresses, Chase uncovers the truth about the origins of Foodons and the Gourmand Government’s role in their creation. This revelation leads to a climactic confrontation with Emperor Gorge, where Chase must use all his skills and knowledge to protect the world from tyranny. The series concludes with Chase’s growth as a Cooker and his commitment to preserving the integrity of Foodon battles for future generations.
Information
Fighting Foodons
格闘料理伝説ビストロレシピ
Legend of Grapple Cooking Bistro Recipe
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 26
Movie/Episode length: 30 min.
Date: 12/11/2001 – 06/25/2002
Categories
Genre
AdventureActionComedy
Settings
Fantasy
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Rice to Meet You
2Pie Tin Power
3Mushroom with a View
4Ship of Foods
5We Have a Weiner
6Avast Ye Gluttons
7You Wanna Pizza Me
8Battling Banana Island
9Hot Pepper Pursuit
10Boot Camp Buffet
11El Taco Grande
12Cinnamonkey's Secret
13Slaw and Order
14The Comeback Squid
15Swine Dining
16Attack of the Burger Brigade
17Use Your Noodle
18Assault and Pepper
19License to Grill
20To Catch a Beef
21Hot n' Spy-cy
22You Go Grill (1)
23You Go Grill (2)
24A Whole Lot at Steak
25Chase In Space
26A Dish Better Served Cold
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Director
    Tetsuo Yasumi
  • Original Character Design
    Naoko Shimada
  • Art Director
    Tsutomu Fujita
  • Director of Photography
  • Music
    Geminiart High Quality
  • Original Manga
    Naoto Tsushima
    Shuntarō Ashida
  • Character Design
    Minefumi Harada
  • Sound Director
    Fusanobu Fujiyama
  • Producer
    Eizo Kondo
    Masaki Kobayashi
    Wataru Tanaka
    Hiroshi Kanemasa
    Hideki Kama
Production
  • Production
    Kodansha
    TOHO
    Banpresto
    Dentsu Inc.
    Group TAC
    Red Entertainment
    Sogo Vision
    Music
    Ending
    Ep. 1-25
    “White Pearl”
    “Bus no Uta (バスのうた)”