Description
"Saint Beast: Kouin Jojishi Tenshi Tan" is a fantasy anime series set in a world where angels and demons coexist, centering on the conflict between divine beings and the forces of darkness. The story revolves around the Saint Beasts, a group of six powerful angelic warriors tasked with maintaining balance and protecting the heavens. Each Saint Beast represents a specific element and animal: Shin, the leader, embodies the dragon and light; Rei, the wolf and darkness; Gai, the eagle and wind; Go, the lion and fire; Ruka, the serpent and water; and Maya, the fox and earth. Together, they serve under the Goddess of Creation, who governs the celestial realm.
The narrative begins with the Saint Beasts fulfilling their duties in the heavenly realm, but tensions arise when Rei, disillusioned with the rigid hierarchy and perceived injustices of the heavens, rebels against the Goddess. Rei's betrayal leads to his fall from grace, and he aligns himself with the demonic forces, seeking to overthrow the divine order. This act of defiance fractures the unity of the Saint Beasts, as Rei's former comrades struggle to reconcile their loyalty to the heavens with their personal bonds to him.
As the conflict escalates, the remaining Saint Beasts are sent to the human world to prevent Rei and his demonic allies from spreading chaos. In the human realm, they encounter Pandora, a human girl with a mysterious connection to the celestial beings. Pandora becomes a key figure in the struggle, as her presence influences the dynamics between the Saint Beasts and their fallen comrade. The series explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the moral complexities of justice, as the characters grapple with their roles in the cosmic balance.
The plot unfolds through a series of battles, alliances, and revelations, with the Saint Beasts confronting both external threats and internal conflicts. Rei's motivations and the true nature of the Goddess's intentions are gradually revealed, adding layers of complexity to the narrative. The series blends action, drama, and supernatural elements, with a focus on the relationships and evolving dynamics among the characters. The interplay between the celestial and demonic forces drives the story forward, culminating in a climactic confrontation that tests the resolve and unity of the Saint Beasts.
The narrative begins with the Saint Beasts fulfilling their duties in the heavenly realm, but tensions arise when Rei, disillusioned with the rigid hierarchy and perceived injustices of the heavens, rebels against the Goddess. Rei's betrayal leads to his fall from grace, and he aligns himself with the demonic forces, seeking to overthrow the divine order. This act of defiance fractures the unity of the Saint Beasts, as Rei's former comrades struggle to reconcile their loyalty to the heavens with their personal bonds to him.
As the conflict escalates, the remaining Saint Beasts are sent to the human world to prevent Rei and his demonic allies from spreading chaos. In the human realm, they encounter Pandora, a human girl with a mysterious connection to the celestial beings. Pandora becomes a key figure in the struggle, as her presence influences the dynamics between the Saint Beasts and their fallen comrade. The series explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the moral complexities of justice, as the characters grapple with their roles in the cosmic balance.
The plot unfolds through a series of battles, alliances, and revelations, with the Saint Beasts confronting both external threats and internal conflicts. Rei's motivations and the true nature of the Goddess's intentions are gradually revealed, adding layers of complexity to the narrative. The series blends action, drama, and supernatural elements, with a focus on the relationships and evolving dynamics among the characters. The interplay between the celestial and demonic forces drives the story forward, culminating in a climactic confrontation that tests the resolve and unity of the Saint Beasts.
Episodes
Staffel 1
1Beginning
2Angel of Light and Darkness
3Forest of Darkness
4Birth of Six Saintly Animals
5The Legend of Tree Monster in the Human World
6Angel and Demon
7Paradise Covered in Shadow
8Golden Wolf Sanctuary
9Suppression
10Messenger from the Darkness
11Purge
12The Dark Holy Spirit Ceremony
13The Case of Hope
Cast
Comment(s)
Staff
- DirectorNanako Shimazaki
- ScreenplayYuji MinamideMayu Sugiura
- Original creator
- Character DesignToshiko Sasaki
- Chief Animation DirectorToshiko SasakiYuuko Yoshida
- Sound Director
- ProducerMori OoiMachiu HattoriReiko Takeshita
- Series Composition
- MusicHijiri Anze
- Original Character DesignSakura Asagi
- Art DirectorSagako Itakura
- Animation DirectorAkiko Matsuo
- Director of PhotographyYasushi Kimura
Production
- Productionavex entertainmentLantisMarvelous AQL
- Animation ProductionTokyo Kids
Music
Ending
Ep. 01-04
“Kouin Jojishi Tenshi Tan ~angel chronicles~”
Ep. 05-09
“Tsubasa Aru Mono”
Ep. 10-13
“Retsu GO! GUY!”

