Bucchigiri?!

Characters & Voice Actors

Matakara Asamine MAIN	Yuusuke Hoshino
Arajin Tomoshibi MAIN	Genki Okawa
Senya MAIN	Masafumi Kobatake
Outa SUPPORTING	Ryouta Takeuchi

Bucchigiri?! – A Fun and Action-Packed Anime Original from MAPPA

Bucchigiri?! is a thrilling anime original series crafted by the renowned studio MAPPA, celebrated for its excellence in producing top-tier anime such as Chainsaw Man, Jujutsu Kaisen, and Attack on Titan Final Season. Helmed by director Hiroko Utsumi, who co-created the story alongside scriptwriter Taku Kishimoto, the series made its debut on January 13, 2024, and is available for streaming on Crunchyroll with subtitles and Portuguese dubbing².

The narrative of Bucchigiri?! revolves around Akari Ahakito, a high school student with a passion for video games and aspirations of becoming a game developer. His life takes an unexpected turn when he reunites with childhood friend and rival, Riku Kurokawa. Their friendly game battle is rudely interrupted by the emergence of a colossal shadowy demon, prompting Akari and Riku’s transport to a mysterious dimension. Here, they encounter Lulu, a girl claiming to be a Mashin – a potent robot capable of combating demons. The trio joins forces with the Mashin user team called Bang Brave Bang Bravern to thwart the evil forces of the Dark Lord and save the world³.

Bucchigiri?! seamlessly blends mecha fantasy, adventure, comedy, action, and drama. The anime boasts a vibrant and expressive animation style that complements its tone and genre. Distinctive and appealing character designs, coupled with creative and varied Mashin designs, enhance the visual experience. The well-choreographed and dynamic action scenes showcase the Mashin’s abilities and the personalities of their users. The soundtrack, composed by Michiru Oshima (known for work on The Tatami Galaxy, Fullmetal Alchemist, and Little Witch Academia), enriches the mood and atmosphere, with catchy and energetic opening and ending themes⁴.

The characters of Bucchigiri?! are endearing and relatable, each with their unique quirks and motivations. Akari, an optimistic gamer with a passion for game development; Riku, a competitive and arrogant gamer aiming to prove his skills; and Lulu, a mysterious and cheerful Mashin with a special connection to Akari and Riku. The diverse members of Bang Brave Bang Bravern, each with their Mashin and backstory, contribute to the exploration of themes like friendship, rivalry, teamwork, and creativity as they confront challenges and enemies in their quest to save the world.

Bucchigiri?! stands as an entertaining and exhilarating anime original series that caters to fans of mecha, fantasy, and comedy genres. With its compelling story, engaging characters, stunning animation, and catchy music, the anime pays homage to classic mecha anime while showcasing the talent and creativity of MAPPA and its staff. Bucchigiri?! is undeniably a must-watch for the winter 2024 season.