TV-Series
Description
"El Hazard" is a fantasy adventure anime series that blends elements of science fiction and traditional fantasy. The narrative begins with Makoto Mizuhara, a high school student, who, along with his teacher Mr. Fujisawa and his rival Jinnai, is transported to the mysterious world of El Hazard. This world is characterized by its advanced technology, ancient ruins, and a delicate balance of power among its inhabitants. The trio is separated upon arrival, each finding themselves in different regions of El Hazard.
Makoto encounters Princess Rune Venus, a member of the Roshtarian royal family, and her loyal bodyguard, Nanami. The Roshtarians are engaged in a conflict with the Bugrom, a race of insect-like beings led by the enigmatic Ifurita, a powerful and ancient weapon. Ifurita, initially under the control of the Bugrom, becomes a central figure in the story as her true nature and past are revealed. Makoto forms a bond with Ifurita, who begins to regain her memories and autonomy, shifting the dynamics of the ongoing war.
Jinnai, on the other hand, aligns himself with the Bugrom, using his cunning and manipulative nature to rise through their ranks. His ambition and desire for power drive much of the conflict, as he seeks to exploit the technological and magical resources of El Hazard for his own gain. Meanwhile, Mr. Fujisawa finds himself in the company of the priestess Shayla Shayla, who possesses deep knowledge of El Hazard's history and technology. Together, they work to uncover the secrets of the ancient civilization that once thrived in El Hazard.
The series explores themes of loyalty, identity, and the consequences of wielding power. As the characters navigate the complexities of El Hazard, they are forced to confront their own motivations and the impact of their actions on the world around them. The interplay between the human characters and the inhabitants of El Hazard, including the Bugrom and the Roshtarians, creates a rich tapestry of alliances, betrayals, and shifting loyalties.
The narrative is driven by a combination of personal quests and larger-scale conflicts, with the fate of El Hazard hanging in the balance. The characters' journeys are intertwined with the exploration of the world's history, its technological marvels, and the ancient forces that continue to shape its destiny. The series balances action, intrigue, and character development, offering a compelling story set in a vividly imagined world.
Makoto encounters Princess Rune Venus, a member of the Roshtarian royal family, and her loyal bodyguard, Nanami. The Roshtarians are engaged in a conflict with the Bugrom, a race of insect-like beings led by the enigmatic Ifurita, a powerful and ancient weapon. Ifurita, initially under the control of the Bugrom, becomes a central figure in the story as her true nature and past are revealed. Makoto forms a bond with Ifurita, who begins to regain her memories and autonomy, shifting the dynamics of the ongoing war.
Jinnai, on the other hand, aligns himself with the Bugrom, using his cunning and manipulative nature to rise through their ranks. His ambition and desire for power drive much of the conflict, as he seeks to exploit the technological and magical resources of El Hazard for his own gain. Meanwhile, Mr. Fujisawa finds himself in the company of the priestess Shayla Shayla, who possesses deep knowledge of El Hazard's history and technology. Together, they work to uncover the secrets of the ancient civilization that once thrived in El Hazard.
The series explores themes of loyalty, identity, and the consequences of wielding power. As the characters navigate the complexities of El Hazard, they are forced to confront their own motivations and the impact of their actions on the world around them. The interplay between the human characters and the inhabitants of El Hazard, including the Bugrom and the Roshtarians, creates a rich tapestry of alliances, betrayals, and shifting loyalties.
The narrative is driven by a combination of personal quests and larger-scale conflicts, with the fate of El Hazard hanging in the balance. The characters' journeys are intertwined with the exploration of the world's history, its technological marvels, and the ancient forces that continue to shape its destiny. The series balances action, intrigue, and character development, offering a compelling story set in a vividly imagined world.
Episodes
Staffel 1
1Drawn in to the Land of Adventure
At Shinnenome Secondary School,students prepare for the school festival. Nanami Jinnai sells packaged lunch boxes and accumulates significant profits. Makoto Mizuhara spends his time in the laboratory conducting experiments. Teacher Fujisawa occupies himself with mountain climbing, a hobby that draws student attention. Student council president Katsuhiko Jinnai, Nanami's older brother, delivers a speech during a student assembly. The following day, Katsuhiko Jinnai formulates a plan against his academic rival Makoto. Jinnai aims to sabotage Makoto's experiment in the evening. The sabotage attempt triggers an unexpected reaction. Makoto and Fujisawa disappear from the school premises. They find themselves transported from their world into the unknown land of El Hazard.
2The Beautiful Prisoner
Makoto Mizuhara and Nanami Jinnai arrive at the royal capital of El Hazard and meet Princess Rune Venus. The princess explains the ancient war between the human kingdoms and the Bugrom,detailing how three Priestesses sealed the Demon God to end the conflict. Separated from the others, Katsuhiko Jinnai encounters the Bugrom Queen Diva and accepts her offer to lead their forces, promising to conquer El Hazard. The Bugrom army begins its advance toward the human territories under Jinnai’s command. At the palace, Makoto inadvertently activates a dormant flying ship, the Illusion, by touching a control crystal. This act demonstrates Makoto’s ability to interface with ancient El Hazard technology, a power thought lost for centuries. Princess Rune recognizes the event as significant, linking Makoto to the legends of the Priestesses and the potential to counter the Bugrom threat. Jinnai, now commanding the Bugrom, declares his intent to capture the princess and seize control of the land. The kingdom’s forces mobilize as the Bugrom army marches toward the capital, forcing the inhabitants into a defensive posture. Makoto, still focused on finding a way back to his own world, finds himself pulled into the leadership of the kingdom’s resistance against Jinnai’s offensive.
3Episode 3
4Episode 4
5Episode 5
The travelers reach the boundary of the Phantom Tribe’s territory,where a massive wall blocks the path to El Hazard. Fujisawa attempts to use his archeological knowledge to decipher an inscription on the gate, but his efforts accidentally trigger a trap that separates the group. Miz Mishtal, having followed them in secret, reveals herself and explains that the gate responds only to those with royal blood. Nanami volunteers to try, and her contact with the stone causes the gate to open, confirming her connection to the ancient lineage. Inside, they find a dormant mechanical giant, which the Phantom Tribe intends to use as a weapon. Jinnai, having allied with the Phantom Tribe, arrives with a detachment of soldiers and demands control of the machine. When Miz Mishtal refuses, Jinnai threatens to destroy the gate with explosives, trapping everyone inside unless they comply. Fujisawa disables the explosives by cutting a wire, but Jinnai retaliates by activating the giant’s partial systems, causing a cave-in. In the chaos, Miz Mishtal confesses that she is the last surviving princess of the old kingdom, and that the machine was meant to protect El Hazard, not conquer it. The group escapes through a passage that collapses behind them, leaving Jinnai stranded with the unstable machine. The episode closes with the travelers emerging on the far side of the wall, now aware that their path forward carries the weight of a fallen kingdom and that Jinnai remains a direct threat with a partially awakened superweapon.
6The Beautiful Runner
Jinnai challenges the Allied Forces to a race,wagering the Eye of God against Fatora’s freedom. He selects a monstrous Bugrom runner and demands Fatora pilot a captured vehicle, intending to humiliate her. Fatora accepts to protect her kingdom, despite the vehicle’s inferior design. Makoto and Nanami secretly modify the vehicle overnight, adding a hidden propulsion system. At the race start, Jinnai’s runner immediately takes the lead through raw speed and sabotage of the course. Fatora struggles against the vehicle’s instability until Makoto activates the boost, propelling her past the Bugrom. Jinnai orders his forces to attack openly, breaking his own agreement. The Allied Forces counter with a coordinated assault, forcing Jinnai to retreat in chaos. Fatora crosses the finish line, securing the Eye of God and solidifying the alliance’s position. With the prize won, the group now faces the challenge of using the Eye to counter Jinnai’s remaining strongholds, which he already begins reinforcing.
7The Beautiful Assassin
Makoto Mizuhara descends into the deepest chamber of the ancient ruins where the priestess Alielle performs the ritual to awaken the demon. The Bugrom queen and her forces guard the entrance,blocking Fujisawa, Nanami, and Shayla-Shayla from intervening. Ifurita, the ancient weapon, remains motionless as the incantation reaches its peak. Makoto confronts Alielle, revealing her true identity as the last priestess of the fallen kingdom. Alielle explains that awakening the demon is the only way to restore her people’s glory, regardless of the destruction it will cause. Makoto refuses to allow the sacrifice of the current world for a past civilization. He activates the Eye of the Demon, a relic embedded in his hand, which counters the ritual. The energy backlash incapacitates Alielle and disrupts the Bugrom forces. Ifurita’s programming shifts, and she recognizes Makoto as her master instead of following the priestess’s orders. She uses her power to seal the demon’s awakening permanently. The Bugrom queen retreats with Alielle, vowing to reclaim El Hazard. With the immediate threat neutralized, Makoto and his companions return to the surface, but the Eye of the Demon remains active, indicating that the balance of power in El Hazard has not yet stabilized.
8The Princess's Decision
Princess Fatora enters the inner sanctum of the Eye of God accompanied by Makoto,Shayla-Shayla, and the others. The priestesses inform her that she must undergo the ritual to become the next guardian, a position that permanently binds her to the shrine. Fatora hesitates, having previously sought freedom from royal obligations. Makoto urges her to make the choice based on her own desires, drawing from his own reluctance to accept a predetermined role. Jinnai and the Bugrom army launch a synchronized assault on the Holy Land, aiming to capture the Eye of God. Their forces breach the outer barriers, forcing the defenders into a desperate retreat. Witnessing the destruction and the threat to her allies, Fatora decides to accept the guardianship. The ritual transforms her, merging her with the Eye’s energy. She directs a massive blast that annihilates the Bugrom vanguard but also completes her permanent bond to the shrine. The priestesses declare her the new guardian, confining her to the sanctum. Makoto and the remaining defenders now face Jinnai’s continued siege without her direct support.
9The Secret of the Eye
The group reaches the ruins containing the Eye of God,a massive ancient weapon. Makoto, Katsuhiko, Nanami, and Shayla-Shayla enter the structure while Fujisawa remains outside with the others. Inside, they encounter traps and puzzles designed to test intruders. Shayla-Shayla attempts to use her fire powers but triggers a security system. Makoto’s knowledge of ancient technology allows him to decipher the controls. They discover that the Eye of God is not merely a weapon but a starship built by the ancient civilization. The Bugrom Queen orders her forces to seize the Eye, and Jinnai leads an assault on the ruins. His soldiers breach the outer defenses, forcing Fujisawa and the others to fight them off. Fujisawa, despite his cowardly nature, uses a captured Bugrom vehicle to hold the line. Inside, the group activates the Eye, causing the entire structure to transform and lift off. Jinnai’s forces board the vessel, and he confronts the group in the control room, attempting to commandeer the ship. His lack of understanding of the ancient technology prevents him from operating it. Makoto initiates a launch sequence, but the ship’s systems respond unpredictably, teleporting the vessel to an unknown location. Stranded aboard the Eye, the group finds themselves adrift in an unfamiliar desert landscape while the Bugrom on the ground are left without their prize.
10Episode 10
Makoto,Nanami, and the El-Hazard royal party enter the ancient ruins where the sacred Eye of God rests. Jinnai and his Bugrom forces follow, seeking the same artifact to gain power over the Phantom Tribe. Inside the central chamber, the group discovers a crystalline sarcophagus containing a woman in suspended animation. Shayla-Shayla identifies her as the legendary priestess Fatora, who placed herself in stasis centuries earlier to seal the Demon God. Miz misinterprets the situation and accidentally triggers the sarcophagus’s release mechanism. The chamber begins to collapse, forcing everyone to flee while Jinnai’s soldiers attempt to seize the priestess. During the chaos, the sarcophagus shatters and Fatora awakens, displaying immense magical power that scatters both groups. Fatora mistakes Makoto for her long-lost love from a past life and immediately latches onto him with obsessive devotion. Her awakening disrupts the seal on the Demon God, causing tremors across the kingdom and accelerating the threat of its revival. The royal faction now must manage Fatora’s unpredictable behavior while preparing for the impending release of the sealed deity.
11The Beautiful Challenger
Princess Fatora arrives at the Floristica temple with a contingent of soldiers and demands to face the legendary Demon God. She dismisses Makoto and his companions until she notices the Eye of God bracelet on Makoto’s arm. Interpreting the bracelet as proof that he controls the Demon God,she challenges him to a duel. Fatora demonstrates her swordsmanship by easily deflecting attacks from Nanami and Shayla-Shayla, forcing the group to take her seriously. During the confrontation, Fatora reveals she is the younger sister of Princess Rune Venus and expresses frustration with Rune’s reliance on diplomacy over force. She seeks to prove her own strength by defeating the Demon God herself, believing such a victory would unite the Holy Land. After Miz Mishtal intervenes to stop the fighting, Fatora learns that the true Demon God, Ifurita, remains sealed and not under the group’s command. Unwilling to abandon her goal, Fatora decides to join the group temporarily to observe them and await the Demon God’s awakening. Her presence introduces a new source of internal tension, particularly as her aggressive nature clashes with the group’s cautious approach. Meanwhile, reports reach the temple that the Bugrom army is mobilizing again, preparing for a larger assault.
12Episode 12
The allied armies of Roshtaria and the Bugrom launch a coordinated assault on the Phantom Tribe’s mountain fortress. Fujisawa deactivates the energy barrier surrounding the stronghold by overriding its control console using technical knowledge from his world. Inside,Makoto and Nanami confront the Phantom Tribe’s high priestess, who initiates a ritual to awaken a colossal golem intended to annihilate all opposition. The priestess channels the life force of her own followers to power the summoning, completing the activation. Shayla-Shayla and Miz attempt to destroy the golem with combined magic, but their attacks reflect harmlessly off its protective coating. Ifurita arrives and, overriding her previous programming, blocks the golem’s strike aimed at Makoto, sustaining damage to her own frame. The golem rampages through the fortress, triggering massive collapses that force both sides to flee. Fatora orders the allied forces to retreat to the plains to regroup and assess losses. The Phantom Tribe’s fortress crumbles, burying the priestess and leaving the golem uncontrolled. Makoto retrieves Ifurita’s damaged core, learning from her that a self-destruct sequence has begun. With the Phantom Tribe defeated but a greater threat now roaming free, Makoto races to find a way to stabilize Ifurita before she detonates.
13Pure Evil Genius
Londs provides extensive support for Ifurita's awakening. Makoto maintains his belief that Ifurita will not commit truly evil acts. Jinnai arrives with a Geschwader Bugroom-Gleiter and demands unconditional submission from everyone. In the Bugroom castle,Jinnai speaks with Diva about Ifurita, who retains no memories of her past. Makoto and Rune send Jinnai a message rejecting his extortion demands outright. A furious Jinnai unleashes Ifurita, ordering her to level Roshitaria immediately. While traveling to carry out the order, Ifurita raises an objection: she might injure innocent people, which she does not want. She warns the citizens of Roshitaria, but no one believes her warnings. Ifurita walks reflectively through the streets until Afura confronts her. Ifurita overcomes Afura without difficulty and proceeds. Back in the castle, Jinnai scolds Ifurita, commanding her to become a good girl, embrace anger, and finally destroy Roshitaria. Ifurita tries her best to comply but fails once again, leaving Jinnai's orders unfulfilled.
Cast
- Katsuhiko Jinnai
- Qawool Towles
- Parnasse
- Fatora
- Katsuhiko Jinnaï
- Nanami Jinnai
- Ifurita
- Dall Narciss
- Gilda
- AfuraP.J. Lee
- Rune Venus
- Makoto Mizuhara
- Shayla-Shayla
Comment(s)
Staff
- DirectorYasuhito Kikuchi
- ScriptHiroshi YamaguchiHideki MitsuiMitsuhiro Yamada
- Episode DirectorYasuhito KikuchiAtsushi YanoMasashi AbeTakehiro NakayamaKazunari KumeMasahiro SekinoMujo SanbiAkihiko Fujitera
- MusicSeikou Nagaoka
- Original Character Design
- Art DirectorSatoru Kuwabara
- Sound DirectorYasunori Honda
- ProducerKinya WatanabeHiroaki InoueKazuaki Morijiri
- Series CompositionMitsuhiro Yamada
- StoryboardYasuhito KikuchiTakaaki IshiyamaMasashi AbeTakehiro NakayamaKazunari KumeMasahiro SekinoGon Ichikawa
- Unit DirectorYasuhito Kikuchi
- Original ConceptHiroki Hayashi
- Character DesignAtsushi OkudaToshimitsu Kobayashi
- Animation DirectorYoshiaki TsubataToshimitsu KobayashiKazuaki Mōri
- Director of PhotographyHideo Okazaki
Production
- ProductionAICPioneer LDC
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Ending
Ep. 1-12
“Kami-sama ga Kureta Hi”