TV-Series
Description
"Moeyo Ken" is a historical fantasy anime set in the late 19th century during Japan's Meiji Restoration, blending elements of action, comedy, and supernatural themes. The story revolves around the Shinsengumi, a group of samurai tasked with maintaining order in Kyoto, but with a twist: the central characters are reimagined as women. The protagonist, Toshie Hijikata, is a spirited and determined young woman who wields a magical sword capable of defeating supernatural entities. Alongside her are other female versions of historical Shinsengumi figures, including Saya Okita, a skilled swordswoman with a calm demeanor, and Kaoru Kondou, the group's strong and charismatic leader.

The narrative unfolds as the Shinsengumi face off against various supernatural threats, including yokai and other malevolent spirits, while also navigating the political turmoil of the era. The series balances intense action sequences with lighthearted comedic moments, often highlighting the camaraderie and quirks of the main characters. Toshie's journey is central to the plot, as she grapples with her responsibilities as a warrior and her personal growth. The anime incorporates historical elements, such as the Shinsengumi's role in the Bakumatsu period, but reinterprets them through a fantastical lens, blending real-world events with imaginative storytelling. The interplay between the characters, their distinct personalities, and their shared mission to protect Kyoto forms the core of the series, offering a mix of historical intrigue and supernatural adventure.
Information
Moeyo Ken
機動新撰組 萌えよ剣
New Commanders ~Swords of Heaven~
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 13
Movie/Episode length: 25 min.
Date: 07/01/2005 – 09/23/2005
Categories
Genre
ActionGhost StoriesComedy
Settings
Historically
Tags
Ecchi-free AdultDemons
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Welcome Back
2Rub a Maiden`s Hair
3The Skin is Dyed in the Cloud of Steam
4How Play Time Leads to Fighting and Rumors
5The Beating of This Heart
6True Colors of Okita!? Ryunosuke, Details of his Love!?
7Praying to the Gods to Find the Whereabouts of Love
8Dying to be a maiden
9The Feelings for One`s Mother Are Reflected in the Moon
10How Losing One`s Way Leads to Sorrow
11Hello From the Countries of the World
12Ghosts that Came from the Eastern Countries (Part One)
13Ghosts that Came from the Eastern Countries (Part Two)
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Staff
  • Director
    Toshikatsu Tokoro
  • Scenario
    Junki Takegami
    Isao Shizuya
    Katsuyuki Sumisawa
    Kōji Ueda
  • Episode Director
    Katsuyoshi Yatabe
    Osamu Sekita
    Takeshi Tomita
    Yusuke Kamata
    Hisato Shimoda
    Taiki Nishimura
    Tetsuya Endō
  • Character Design
    Kazuo Takigawa
  • Chief Animation Director
    Kazuo Takigawa
  • Sound Director
  • Executive producer
    Masaki Kobayashi
    Yasuaki Nagoshi
    Akiyoshi Yamazaki
  • Original creator
    Ōji Hiroi
  • Series Composition
    Junki Takegami
  • Storyboard
    Osamu Sekita
    Kazuhito Kikuchi
    Toshikatsu Tokoro
    Tsukasa Tarunaga
    Tetsuya Endō
  • Unit Director
    Toshikatsu Tokoro
  • Original Character Design
  • Art Director
    Mitsuharu Miyamae
  • Animation Director
    Katsunori Kimizuka
    Kazuo Takigawa
    Yumiko Hara
    Kenji Hattori
    Hiroaki Karasu
    Megumi Noda
    Takashi Murai
    Kazuo Noguchi
    Hiroko Kuurube
    Yasutaka Hanabusa
  • Director of Photography
    Toshihiro Watase
  • Producer
    Takashi Nakanishi
    Saburō Ōmiya
Production
  • Animation Production
    Picture Magic
    Trinet Entertainment
  • Production
    Moeyo Ken Production Committee
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