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Kemono Michi: Rise of the Beast is a TV anime series that aired from October 2 to December 18, 2019, and is based on the manga by Natsume Akatsuki. It was animated by ENGI and directed by Kazuya Miura. The story follows a masked wrestler who is summoned to another world, where he pursues his dream of loving magical beasts and running a pet shop.

story

Genzo Shibata, the strongest masked wrestler, known as Kemoner Mask, is summoned to another world during a world title match against his arch rival MAO. He is summoned by Altena, the princess of the Kingdom of Edgardo, who asks Genzo to defeat the Demon King and the evil beasts. However, Genzo is a man who loves animals and refuses to harm the beasts. His true dream is to run a pet shop surrounded by beasts. Will Genzo be able to make his dream come true in this other world?

character

The main character, Shibata Genzo, is a passionate man who has a deep love for animals and does not tolerate harming magical beasts. He sticks to his beliefs even in the other world and aims to run a pet shop. Shigure is a wolf beastman, and after being saved by Genzo, he forms a party with him. Hanako is a half-dragon girl who is a greedy character who loves to eat. Carmilla is Hanako's servant and a female vampire. MAO is Genzo's nemesis and a professional wrestler with roots in judo. Other unique characters appear in the game, including Genzo's pet dog Hiroyuki, Misha and Wolfgang from Edgar's gang, and Ioana, the Demon King's comrade.

Main Staff

The original story is by Natsume Akatsuki, the manga is by Mattei Mosuke and Yumeuta. It is directed by Kazuya Miura, with series composition by Douko Machida and character design by Chika Noumi. It is animated by ENGI and produced by the Kemono Michi Production Committee.

episode

The series has 12 episodes, each with a different theme and adventure. Episode 1 sees Genzo being summoned to another world, while Episode 2 sees him on a quest to slay a demonic beast. Episode 5 sees him face off against his nemesis MAO, and Episode 12 sees the final showdown between Genzo and the Demon King. Each episode revolves around Genzo's dream of opening a pet shop and his love for animals.

Theme song

The opening theme is "Fight! Kemoner Mask" with lyrics by Mitsu, music by Takaaki Utsumi, arrangement by TAKT, and vocals by NoB with Kemoner Mask (Katsuyuki Konishi). The ending theme is "Anecdot" with lyrics, music, arrangement, and vocals by Momosumomosu. These songs are important elements that add excitement to Genzo's adventure and his passion.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Kemono Michi: Rise of the Beast" is a unique work that combines fantasy and comedy. Genzo's love for animals and his pursuit of his dream of running a pet shop will move viewers and make them laugh. The story also features a diverse cast of characters that are not to be missed. In particular, the friendship between Genzo and Shigure and the relationship between Hanako and Carmilla add depth to the story.

This work is especially recommended for those who like alternate worlds and comedies. It is also enjoyable for animal lovers. The animation quality is high, and it really brings out the charm of the original work. Please enjoy watching Genzo's adventures and chasing his dreams.

Additional Information

The original manga of "Kemono Michi: Rise of the Frog" is also popular and has many fans. The anime version incorporates the essence of the original while also developing an original story. The voice actors' performances are also superb, and Katsuyuki Konishi's role as Genzo is particularly impressive.

This is a heartwarming story about a protagonist who is summoned to another world and chases his dreams. Genzo's adventures and his love for animals will leave viewers with new emotions and laughs. Be sure to watch "Kemono Michi: Rise of the Beast" and enjoy Genzo's adventures in another world.