The new prequel anime film, Touken Ranbu Kai –Douden Chikashi Samuraira Umonora–, is set to hit theaters in Japan on August 16. To get everyone hyped, a character trailer featuring the stylish Shokudaikiri Mitsutada was released today. This character is voiced by Takuya Sato, who is well-known for playing Ryunosuke in IDOLiSH7.
But that’s not all! More character trailers will be coming out daily throughout the week, so there’s plenty to look forward to. The movie is based on the original work by DMM GAMES and NITRO PLUS.
It is directed by Kazuya Ichikawa at the animation studio domerica. The script is written by Kenichi Suemitsu, while Mari Takada handles the character designs. To top it all off, Ryunosuke Kasai provides the music for the film, ensuring a captivating experience.
The story of Touken Ranbu Kai Kyoden is streamed by Crunchyroll and takes place in the year 2205 A.D. In this future, evil forces threaten to alter the past, which could change history forever.
To stop this, four swordsmen with blades blessed by a Shinto priest are called upon. These warriors are loyal to their former master, the demon king Oda Nobunaga.
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Their mission is to travel back to the Honnoji Temple, where Nobunaga was murdered, and prevent the evil from succeeding. Will they manage to save history? Only time will tell.
With its thrilling plot and stunning visuals, Touken Ranbu Kai Kyoden promises to be an unforgettable adventure. Keep an eye out for more character trailers and get ready for the film’s release on August 16!
