Record of Ragnarok
Gods versus humans in apocalyptic deathmatch series
About Record of Ragnarok
Released: 2021
Platform: Netflix
Rating: TV-MA
Run time: 2 Seasons
Cast
Miyuki Sawashiro, Tomoyo Kurosawa, Tomokazu Seki, Soma Saito, Kazuhiro Yamaji, Hikaru Midorikawa, Wataru Takagi, Takahiro Sakurai, Junichi Suwabe, Yukihiro Nozuyama, Hinata Tadokoro, Taisuke Nakano, Tomohiro Yamaguchi, Tatsuhisa Suzuki, Rie Tanaka, Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, Sho Hayami, Tomokazu Sugita, Katsuyuki Konishi, Subaru Kimura, Yuichi Nakamura, Ayumu Murase, Tsubasa Yonaga, Honoka Inoue, Tetsu Inada, Ryotaro Okiayu, Daisuke Namikawa
About Record of Ragnarok
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Record of Ragnarok (2021) is an anime series based on the manga of the same name written by Shinya Umemura and Takumi Fukui. The show is set in a world where representatives of humanity and various gods from different mythologies meet in a grand tournament to decide the fate of humanity. The gods, disappointed with the current state of humanity, decide to initiate the Ragnarok, a battle where each side selects thirteen of their strongest warriors to fight in one-on-one matches. If the gods win, humanity will be wiped out, but if humanity wins even once, they will be spared.
The story follows Brunhilde, the leader of the Valkyries, who acts as the representative of humanity in the Ragnarok. She selects the greatest warriors from throughout human history, including historical figures like Adam, Jack the Ripper, and Nikola Tesla, among others. These warriors must now face off against deities from various mythologies, such as Thor, Zeus, and Poseidon, in epic battles to determine the survival of humanity.
Making / Production
The anime adaptation of Record of Ragnarok was produced by studio Graphinica and animated by the collaboration of several studios, including Warner Bros. Japan, Netflix, and Shueisha. The show was directed by Masao Ookubo and animated by a team of talented artists and animators.
The production team worked closely with the creators of the manga to ensure that the anime would faithfully capture the intense battles and epic storytelling of the source material. The animation style combines traditional 2D animation with dynamic action sequences and visually stunning effects.
Actors
- Adam - Voiced by Soma Saito: Saito delivers a powerful performance as Adam, the first man created by God.
- Brunhilde - Voiced by Miyuki Sawashiro: Sawashiro brings depth and emotion to the character of Brunhilde, the valkyrie who leads humanity's fight against the gods.
- Thor - Voiced by Tomokazu Seki: Seki's strong and commanding voice perfectly captures the might and arrogance of the Norse god of thunder.
- Zeus - Voiced by Kazuhiro Yamaji: Yamaji's deep and authoritative voice gives life to Zeus, the king of gods in Greek mythology.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The manga series "Record of Ragnarok" was first serialized in 2017 and has gained a dedicated fan base worldwide.
- The anime adaptation of Record of Ragnarok was highly anticipated by fans of the manga, and it successfully captured the intense battles and thrilling storyline.
- The series features a unique concept of pitting gods against human warriors, creating exciting and thought-provoking conflicts.
- Record of Ragnarok explores themes of human strength, resilience, and the value of life.
Awards
No awards have been announced or received for Record of Ragnarok at the time of writing.
Quotes
- "The battle of Ragnarok begins! Let's show the gods the power of humanity!" - Brunhilde
- "I am the bone of my sword. Steel is my body and fire is my blood." - Adam
- "Behold the true might of lightning!" - Thor
Music / Soundtrack
- Opening Theme: "KAMIGAMI" by Maximum the Hormone
- Ending Theme: "Fukahi" by SymaG
- The soundtrack for Record of Ragnarok features epic and powerful music that enhances the intensity of the battles and emotional moments.
About Record of Ragnarok
Gods and humans clash in epic battles to decide Earth's destiny in this anime adaptation of the successful manga series Record of Ragnarok.
