OVA
Description
"Saint Beast ~Ikusen no Hiru to Yoru Hen~" is a fantasy anime that explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and redemption within a celestial hierarchy. The narrative is set in a world where angels and demons coexist, governed by a divine order. The story centers on the Saint Beasts, four powerful angelic beings—Shin, Rei, Gai, and Go—who serve as guardians of the heavens. Each Saint Beast embodies a specific element and wields unique abilities tied to their respective domains: light, wind, earth, and water.

The plot unfolds as the Saint Beasts are betrayed by one of their own, Judas, who succumbs to darkness and allies with the demonic forces. This betrayal disrupts the balance between heaven and earth, plunging the world into chaos. The remaining Saint Beasts must confront their fallen comrade while grappling with their own doubts and vulnerabilities. Along the way, they encounter a human priestess named Maya, whose destiny becomes intertwined with theirs. Maya possesses a mysterious power that could either restore balance or further destabilize the fragile order.

As the story progresses, the Saint Beasts face numerous trials, including battles against demonic adversaries and internal conflicts over their roles and responsibilities. The narrative delves into their pasts, revealing the bonds they share and the sacrifices they have made. Judas’s descent into darkness is explored in depth, highlighting his motivations and the emotional toll of his choices. The series also introduces other celestial and demonic figures, each with their own agendas, adding layers of complexity to the overarching conflict.

Themes of forgiveness and the struggle between light and darkness are central to the story. The Saint Beasts must reconcile their duty to protect the heavens with their personal desires and regrets. The human element, represented by Maya, serves as a bridge between the celestial and mortal realms, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all beings. The series balances action-packed sequences with moments of introspection, creating a narrative that is both dynamic and emotionally resonant.

"Saint Beast ~Ikusen no Hiru to Yoru Hen~" is a tale of cosmic struggle, where the lines between good and evil are blurred, and the characters must navigate a world where loyalty and betrayal are two sides of the same coin. The interplay between the Saint Beasts, Judas, and Maya drives the story forward, culminating in a resolution that seeks to restore harmony while leaving room for future possibilities.
Information
Saint Beast ~Ikusen no Hiru to Yoru Hen~
セイント・ビースト~幾千の昼と夜 編~
Saint Beast - Thousands of Noons & Nights Chapter
Type: OVA
Anime Episodes: 2
Date: 12/17/2005
Categories
Genre
AdventureActionRomance
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Staff
  • Director · Masayuki Sakoi
  • Screenplay · Kei Arisugawa
  • Storyboard · Masayuki Sakoi
  • Episode Director · Masayuki Sakoi
  • Music · Hijiri Anze
  • Original creator · Kei Arisugawa
  • Original Character Design · Sakura Asagi
  • Character Design · Hiromitsu Hagiwara
  • Art Director · Hidetoshi Kaneko
  • Animation Director · Hiromitsu Hagiwara
  • Sound Director · Jun Watanabe
  • Director of Photography · Shinya Matsui
  • Producer · Mitsuteru Shibata
Production
  • Production · Frontier Works
  • Production · Lantis
  • Animation Production · Madhouse Studios
  • Production · WONDERFARM
Relations
Music
Ending
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“"Ikusen no Hiru to Yoru"”
Hikaru Midorikawa, Kouki Miyata, Hiroyuki Yoshino
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“"Kokoro no Kaeru Basho"”
Sakurai Takahiro, Ishida Akira, Toshiyuki Morikawa