Friday, June 20, 2008

Eyeshield 21


Synopsis
The protagonist of the series is Sena Kobaykawa, a shy kid with a light physique, he is a first year at Deimon Senior High, since kindergarden he has always been the gopher of the bullies at school, to the point that he's gotten really swift and fast. Hiruma, a demon-like quarterback and Kurita, good natured lineman are the only guys on the American Football team (Deimon Devil Bats) and are desperately trying to make people join the team. After Hiruma sees Sena's running he is made join the team and becomes Eyeshield 21, wearing an eyeshield helmet to protect his identity from other teams he becomes known as "the mysterious hero from Notre Dame". In his second game he should meet his rival, Seijuro Shin, who is known as the fastest linebacker in the history of japanese football. Eventually more people will join and strengthen the team. By overcoming fears and challenges Deimon plans to win the fall tournament and beat all the teams in the kanto area.

Episode's:
145

Genres:
Comedy
Sports



Member Review
The only problem with this show was the fact that the production company does not produce new episodes. This anime offers comedy and the type of action viewers like to see from sport themed animes. It is worth the watch and gives a better insight to sport world.

8.6/10
Ending Themes
1. Be Free by Rikkenzu

2. Blaze Away by The Trax

3. Goal by Beni Arashiro

4. Run to Win
Opening Themes
1. Break Through by Coming Century

2. Innocence by 20th Century

3. Dang Dang by ZZ


Characters
Hiruma
The twisted quarterback and captain of the Devil Bats, is deeper than his demonic face may appear. He even carries multiple amount of guns and a homicidal dog named Cerberus. Though he acts cruel and a little crazy, he really does care about his teammates and friends. He is clever at calculating, always coming up with a maverick of a plan to pull the team out of dire straits.


Sena
Initially a bullied gopher, his speed was discovered by Hiruma as he was literally forced into joining the football team at Deimon. However, he soon grows to love the game he plays as he masters both the Speed of Light Pace and further techniques as he gains the confidence to become a successful player.


Kurita
The largest and strongest player in the Deimon Devil Bats, Ryokan Kurita is a kind-hearted individual, and the only thing bigger than his body is his heart. He is somewhat dim-witted, nearly giving away Sena's identity as Eyeshield 21, but is immediately silenced by Hiruma. When playing, Kurita shouts his kiai "Funnuraba!"(Here I come!) when exerting extra effort. His biggest dream is to compete in the Christmas Bowl.


Juumonji
One of the three HA-HA brothers and seems to be their leader.He seems to be the most thoughtful (in a sort of positive way). He always seems to keep the three-some together, and is considered the "eldest brother" of the three. He gets fired up a lot and also the only one so far of the three to score touchdown.


Kuroki
Also one of the HA-HA brothers, Kuroki sports dark hair of medium-length with noticeably longer eyelashes than the other two. He seems to be the most violent, and his usual weapon is his metal bat. Kuroki is the most hot-headed, and willing to fall back on his streetfighting skills when his lineman skills fail him.


Toganou
Last of the HA-HA bros. Has long spiky blonde hair, and constantly wears orange tinted sunglasses. Can usually be seen reading manga. He seems to be the most quiet of the three.Compared to the others, Togano is fairly laid-back, preferring to read his manga, often just going along with what Juumonji and Kuroki want.


Monta
The primary wide receiver of the Deimon Devil Bats. Although he is short in stature, he has remarkable skill in catching. He is observant, recognizing Sena as Eyeshield 21 the first time he saw Eyeshield 21 in person during a practice. He is best known for always going into a pose after a catch while yelling "CATCH MAX!" His nickname is Monta, which was initially a mistake by Sena.


Mamori
Sena's overprotective and motherly childhood friend.Mamori has been protecting Sena from bullies since primary school, to the point that Sena has grown up never having to stand up for himself. Mamori joined the American Football club to watch over Sena and prevent any bullying by the other members (particularly Hiruma).


Kosubi
Komusubi is one of the linemen of the Deimon Devil Bats.Though he is not very fast nor tall, but he makes up for it with his indomitable will and power.He does not talk much, and apparently speaks (and writes!) only in the language of strong men, that only "truly strong men" can understand, which consists mostly of strange grunts and one-word sentences.









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