MapleStory (anime)
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| MapleStory | |
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 Logo from the opening theme |
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| メイプルストーリー (Meipuru Sutōrī) |
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| Genre | Adventure, Fantasy, Action |
| TV anime | |
| Director | Takaaki Ishiyama |
| Studio |  Madhouse Studios |
| Network | BS Japan, TV Aichi, TV Hokkaido, TV Osaka, TV Setouchi, TV Tokyo, TVQ Kyushu Broadcasting Co., Ltd |
| Original run | October 7, 2007 – March 30, 2008 |
| Episodes | 25 |
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MapleStory (メイプルストーリー Meipuru Sutōrī) is a Japanese anime based on the popular South Korean online game MapleStory. It started airing on October 7, 2007.
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[edit] Synopsis
Ten years ago, the World Tree that protected peace and order of the world was being targeted by an evil organization called the Zakum. The Human race led four other races: the brave warriors, the intelligent magicians, the agile archers and the sly thieves in a fight against the Zakums. In the end, the World Tree activated self-destruction to protect itself. However, the other races thought it was the Human race that destroyed the World Tree. When the World Tree was destroyed most of the races had nothing left, so a number of them went to Maple Island thinking the ones who stayed would die. They escaped Victoria and lived on Maple Island where living is getting harder and harder. Since then, a never-ending war between the different races began.
Ten years later, the main protagonist, Al, is determined to revive the World Tree. Al and his companions begin their journey to seek the seeds of the World Tree. At the same time, the Zakums reappear...
[edit] Characters
- Al Voiced by: Houko Kuwashima
- The main protagonist of the anime. He is the son of the warrior Grande. He dresses up like a monster because humans are considered enemies to other races. He likes doing random training and is mainly seen carrying a heavy stone behind him. He is known for his never give-up spirit and always-trying attitude and is quite stubborn at times. He is very determined and will do what's best for his family and friends. His main weapon of choice seems to be the wooden sword that he carries on his back. On October 31st, until November 28th (GMT+9), he is portrayed as an NPC located in Henesys in the Japan version of MapleStory for a limited time quest to save the World Tree. He can also be found, seemingly permanently, in the Henesys of the Korean version.
- Nina Voiced by: Aya Endo
- The strongest magician in the magician village Seron Ellinia. Also the village chief, but somewhat conceited. In Episode 3, she becomes the first monster to discover Al's identity as a human. Nina seems to be reluctant when she meets him but grows to accept him as a friend and to enjoy his company. In the fifth episode when Anji ran back into the village she stopped him she said she is the only one who could pull pranks on Al. Also then Puudou said that a female's jealousy is strong. Then at the end of the episode she was behind a rock and Puudou said that she should just admit that she can't stand to have her only friend (Al) taken away from someone else and she kicked him saying that he is not her friend. Her weapon of choice seems to be a maple wand. On October 31st, until November 28th (GMT+9), she is portrayed as an NPC located in Sleepywood in the Japan version of MapleStory for a limited time quest to save the World Tree.
- Kino Voiced by: Yuko Minaguchi
- Based on the in-game monster, 'Orange Mushroom'. Loves collecting shiny stones. He was chased by the Warriors of Seron Perion and the Archers of Seron Henesys when they thought that he had a World Tree Seed. He collects those stones to make a present for his mother.
- Ariba Voiced by: Daisuke Namikawa
- One of the first antagonists that is shown in the anime. He works for Krone. His character is based on the in-game monster Samiho.
- Barrow Voiced by: Hidenobu Kiuchi
- He is the leader of Seron Henesys (Archers) on Maple Island. He fought alongside Al's father, Grande. His character slightly resembles the in-game monster Meerkat or Lycanthrope.
- Krone Voiced by: Nana Mizuki
- The second antagonist introduced that Ariba works for. Not much is known about her up to this point. Her character resembles the in game monster Lucida. She is constantly trying to find items to keep her face soft and moist, including snails. She also becomes very angry when she learns that someone is on a date and she is not.
- Puudou Voiced by: Rica Matsumoto
- Nina's pet based on the in-game monster Ribbon Pig. Often bumps into Al while trying to run away from Nina.
- Gallus Voiced by: Taiten Kusunoki
- The leader of the Seron Perion (Warriors) on Maple Island. His character is based on by the in-game monster Muscle Stone
- Anji Voiced by: Takeshi Kusao
- The leader of Seron Kerning (Thieves) on Maple Island based on the in-game monster Wild Kargo. Not much else is known yet. He somehow has a connection with Al's father, Grande.
- Zakteman Voiced by: Nachi Nozawa
- Appears to be the main antagonist of the series. He is the leader of the Zakums. Ariba and Krone work for Zakteman. 10 years ago, Zakteman appeared on Victoria Island to steal the power of the World Tree for himself. His character resembles the in- game monster Ergoth.
- Giru Voiced by: Romi Park
- A person who lives in Victoria Island as a monster hunter.
[edit] Anime
Madhouse Studios made an adaptation of the massively multiplayer online role-playing game, MapleStory.[1] The anime was broadcast on BS Japan, TV Aichi, TV Hokkaido, TV Osaka, TV Setouchi, TV Tokyo and TVQ Kyushu Broadcasting Co., Ltd between October 7, 2007 and March 30, 2008. The anime uses three pieces of theme music. "Scratch on the Heart" by Younha is the series' opening theme, while Kokoro no Kagayaki (心の輝き, lit. "Radiance of the Heart") by Fumiko Orikasa is the series' ending theme. The last episode had "Boku no Rhythm" by Fumiko Orikasa as the ending theme.
[edit] Episode listing
| # | Title | Original air date |
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| 01 | "Al and His Wonderful Companions" "Al To Suteki Na Nakamatachi!" (アルとすてきな仲間たち!) |
October 7, 2007 |
| 02 | "Al and Nina" "Aru to Niina" (アルとニーナ) |
October 14, 2007 |
| 03 | "Friendship is a Good Thing" "Tomodachitte Ī Mon Daze" (友達っていいもんだぜ) |
October 21, 2007 |
| 04 | "Al's True Colors!" "Aru no Shoutai!" (アルの正体!) |
October 28, 2007 |
| 05 | "We're All Friends!" "Minna Nakama Daze!" (みんな仲間だぜ!) |
November 4, 2007 |
| 06 | "Stolen Heart" "Musumareta Hāto" (盗まれたハート) |
November 11, 2007 |
| 07 | "Mom's a Big Thief" "Kaa-san haoo dorobou" (母さんは大どろぼう) |
November 18, 2007 |
| 08 | "Clash! Gallus VS Barrow VS Super Al" "Gekitotsu! Garusu VS Baroo VS Choujin Aru" (激突!ガルスVSバローVS超人アル) |
November 25, 2007 |
| 09 | "Rain, Rain, Damp And Sticky Pandemonium" "Ame Ame Jime Jime Daikonran" (雨あめジメジメ大混乱) |
December 2, 2007 |
| 10 | "We're off!" "Tabidachi!" (旅立ち!) |
December 9, 2007 |
| 11 | "Gill appears!" "Giru arawaru!" (ギル現る!) |
December 16, 2007 |
| 12 | "Spluna and Alo-Alo" "Supiruna to Aroaro" (スピルナとアロアロ) |
December 23, 2007 |
| 13 | "Looking for Alo-Alo" "Aroaro wo Sagase" (アロアロを探せ) |
January 6, 2008 |
| 14 | "Light of the Sword Again!" "Hikari no seiken futatabi!" (光の聖剣再び!) |
January 13, 2008 |
| 15 | "Auction of the World Tree's seed!" "Seikai Kino Tane no Ōkushon" (世界樹の種のオークション) |
January 20, 2008 |
| 16 | "Nina's Homeland" "Niina no Furusato" (ニーナのふるさと) |
January 27, 2008 |
| 17 | "The Strongest Warrior (Part 1)" "Saikyou no senshi (zenhen)" (最強の戦士(前編)) |
February 3, 2008 |
| 18 | "The Strongest Warrior (Part 2)" "Saikyou no senshi (kouhen)" (最強の戦士(後編)) |
February 10, 2008 |
| 19 | "The Proud Thief, Anji!" "Hokori takaki houzoku Anji!" (誇り高き盗賊アンジ!) |
February 17, 2008 |
| 20 | "The Truth of Ten Years Ago" "Juunen Mae no Shinjitsu!" (10年前の真実!) |
February 24, 2008 |
| 21 | "Letter From My Father" "Tousan Karano Tegami" (父さんからの手紙) |
March 2, 2008 |
| 22 | "Al And Gill, An Exchange Of Swords" "Giru To Aru , Futarino Tsurugi" (ギルとアル、ふたりの剣) |
March 9, 2008 |
| 23 | "World Tree Seed" "Sekaiju No Tane" (世界樹の種) |
March 16, 2008 |
| 24 | "This is Real Strength!" "Hontō no Tsuyosa!" (本当の強さ!) |
March 23, 2008 |
| 25 | "Under The World Tree" "Sekaiju no Shita De" (世界樹の下で) |
March 30, 2008 |
[edit] See also
[edit] References
- ^ "MapleStory Online RPG Inspires TV Anime in October". Anime News Network. 2007-08-15. http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2007-08-15/maplestory-online-rpg-inspires-tv-anime-in-october. Retrieved 2009-05-25.
[edit] External links
- MapleAnime.com A Website about the Maplestory Anime.
- TV Tokyo Official Website (Japanese)
- MapleStory (anime) at Anime News Network's Encyclopedia
