OVA
Description
"Breakage" is a science fiction anime series set in a dystopian future where humanity is on the brink of collapse due to the emergence of mysterious energy anomalies known as "Fractures." These anomalies disrupt the fabric of reality, causing unpredictable distortions in time, space, and matter. The story centers on a group of individuals known as "Breakers," who possess unique abilities to manipulate and stabilize these Fractures. The Breakers are recruited by a clandestine organization called the Equilibrium Foundation, tasked with investigating and neutralizing Fractures to prevent catastrophic events.

The protagonist, Kaito Arashi, is a young man who discovers his latent Breaker abilities after a Fracture incident claims the lives of his family. Struggling with guilt and a desire for vengeance, Kaito joins the Equilibrium Foundation, where he meets other Breakers, each with their own motivations and tragic pasts. Among them are Rin Satsuki, a stoic and skilled fighter with the ability to control gravitational forces, and Haruto Fujima, a charismatic yet enigmatic figure who can manipulate electromagnetic fields. Together, they form a team to confront increasingly dangerous Fractures while uncovering the truth behind their origins.

As the series progresses, it is revealed that the Fractures are not random phenomena but are linked to a secretive project conducted by a rogue faction within the Equilibrium Foundation. This faction, led by the enigmatic Dr. Akane Kuroki, seeks to harness the power of Fractures to reshape reality according to their vision. Kaito and his team must navigate a web of betrayal, moral ambiguity, and personal sacrifice as they confront Dr. Kuroki and her followers, all while grappling with the ethical implications of their own powers.

The narrative explores themes of loss, identity, and the consequences of tampering with forces beyond human understanding. The characters' relationships and personal growth are interwoven with high-stakes action sequences and intricate world-building, creating a compelling balance between emotional depth and plot-driven tension. The series concludes with a climactic confrontation that challenges the characters' resolve and leaves the fate of their world hanging in the balance.
Information
Breakage
ブレイクエイジ
Type: OVA
Movie/Episode length: 45 min.
Date: 09/25/1999
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Cast
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Staff
  • Director
    Tsuneo Tominaga
  • Music
    Norimasa Yamanaka
  • Character Design
    Akira Kano
  • Animation Director
    Akira Kano
    Yuji Ushijima
  • Sound Director
    Kazuya Tanaka
  • Producer
    Tsuneo Takechi
  • Script
    Tsuneo Tominaga
  • Original Work
    Chimei Bato
  • Art Director
    Takeshi Waki
  • Mecha design
    Yuji Ushijima
  • Director of Photography
    Sadafumi Sano
Production
  • Production
    BEAM Entertainment
  • Animation Production
    Ripple Film