OVA
Description
"Project A-ko 4: Final" is the fourth installment in the "Project A-ko" series, continuing the adventures of the superhuman high school student A-ko Magami and her friends. The story is set in Graviton City, a futuristic metropolis where A-ko, her best friend C-ko Kotobuki, and their rival B-ko Daitokuji navigate a chaotic blend of school life, intergalactic conflicts, and personal rivalries. The narrative picks up with A-ko and B-ko reluctantly teaming up to protect C-ko from a new threat: an alien race seeking to exploit her mysterious powers for their own purposes. C-ko, unaware of her latent abilities, becomes the focal point of the conflict, forcing A-ko and B-ko to set aside their differences.

The plot unfolds as the alien forces, led by the enigmatic Commander Z, launch an invasion of Graviton City, deploying advanced technology and formidable warriors. A-ko, with her immense strength and combat skills, takes on the role of Earth's defender, while B-ko utilizes her family's vast resources and technological expertise to counter the alien threat. The dynamic between the three main characters remains central, with A-ko's determination, B-ko's cunning, and C-ko's obliviousness driving much of the humor and tension. The story balances action-packed sequences with comedic moments, maintaining the series' signature blend of over-the-top battles and lighthearted interactions.

As the conflict escalates, the narrative delves into the origins of C-ko's powers, revealing ties to an ancient alien civilization. This revelation adds a layer of intrigue to the story, as the characters grapple with the implications of C-ko's true nature. The final act culminates in a climactic battle where A-ko, B-ko, and their allies confront Commander Z and his forces in a desperate bid to save Graviton City and prevent the aliens from achieving their goals. The resolution ties up key plot threads while leaving room for the series' characteristic open-endedness, ensuring the story remains engaging and true to its roots.
Information
Project A-ko 4: Final
プロジェクトA子 完結篇
Project A-Ko: Kanketsu-hen
Type: OVA
Anime Episodes: 1
Movie/Episode length: 60 min.
Date: 04/15/1989
Categories
Genre
ActionComedy
Settings
Sci-Fi
Tags
Mecha
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Staff
  • Screenplay
    Tomoko Kawasaki
    Yūji Moriyama
  • Music
    Kentarō Haneda
  • Mechanical design
    Sadami Morikawa
  • Director
    Yūji Moriyama
  • Character Design
    Yūji Moriyama
  • Executive producer
    Naotaka Yoshida
    Shigeo Yanagida
  • Episode Director
    Shigeru Morikawa
  • Original story
    Kazumi Shirasaka
    Yūji Moriyama
  • Director of Photography
    Tadashi Hosono
  • Storyboard
    Yūji Moriyama
  • Animation Director
    Yūji Moriyama
  • Producer
    Kenji Kume
    Yoshimi Nakajima
Production
  • Production
    Pony Canyon
    APPP
    Sōeishinsha
  • Animation Production
    Studio Fantasia
    APPP