The wildly popular mobile game "Ensemble Stars!" is finally getting an anime adaptation in the summer of 2019! After the anime adaptation was confirmed and then postponed once, it's finally almost here. Fans have been eagerly awaiting it. This article provides a brief synopsis and character introduction for those unfamiliar with "Ensemble Stars!" (or "Enstars" for short). Get ready for the anime now!
Enstars: A Brief Plot Summary!
The story takes place at Yumenosaki Private Academy, a school specializing in training male idols. With the start of the new school year, a new "Production Department" has been established. The protagonist transfers to the school as the first female student in the "Production Department." This is a coming-of-age story about producing a group of unique idols. The following sections introduce the profiles of Ensemble Stars characters. Due to the sheer number of characters, it's not possible to introduce everyone, but if you're still unfamiliar with the cast, please take a look.
Ensemble Stars Character Introduction! Trickstar
This unit aims to "overthrow the Student Council" and bring about a revolution in the rigid school. They are the first members the protagonist comes into contact with.
Hidaka Hokuto
Height: 172cm / Weight: 55kg / Birthday: December 17th / Blood Type: A / Grade/Class: 2-A / Club: Drama Club / Catchphrase: Passion hidden in cool eyes. He is the leader of "Trickstar," and is hardworking, calm, and perfectionistic. Both of his parents are active entertainers. Incidentally, his father was introduced in the game in December 2018, and he is quite harsh towards him.
Akehoshi Subaru
Height: 170cm / Weight: 55kg / Birthday: June 22nd / Blood Type: O / Grade/Class: 2-A / Club: Basketball Club / Catchphrase: A bright, positive mood-maker with a sparkling smile. He's also extremely proactive, which often leads to conflicts with the other members, but it's only because of him that the unit can survive. He loves shiny things like coins and has a habit of giving strange nicknames to people.
Makoto Yuuki
Height: 173cm / Weight: 58kg / Birthday: April 30th / Blood Type: O / Grade/Class: 2-A / Club: Tennis Club / Catchphrase: My talk and glasses aren't just for show! At first glance, I appear cheerful and humorous, but I'm actually not very good at talking. I used to be a child model, but I'm no longer active. I'm a gamer and a member of the broadcasting committee.
Isara Mao
Height: 169cm / Weight: 54kg / Birthday: March 16th / Blood Type: O / Grade/Class: 2-B / Club: Basketball Club / Catchphrase: A genius who is plagued by misfortune. Although she is the student council treasurer, she also belongs to this team. She generally plays the role of the straight man and is reliable. However, she often gets caught up in trouble. She also serves as the basketball club's vice-captain.
Ensemble Stars Character Introduction! fine (Fine)
This is the school's strongest unit, boasting both popularity and talent. However, due to its leader, Tenshouin Eichi's poor health, they rarely perform together. Furthermore, all of their members were replaced a year ago.
Tenshouin Eichi
Height: 179cm / Weight: 59kg / Birthday: January 10th / Blood Type: O / Grade and Class: 3-A / Club: Tea Club / Catchphrase: The sickly emperor who reigns over Yumenosaki. He is the student council president and leader of "fine." He appears kind at first glance, but he's also a strategist and hard worker. He suffers from a complex about his poor health. He's the son of a wealthy family.
Himemiya Tohri
Height: 152cm / Weight: 49kg / Birthday: January 13th / Blood Type: B / Grade and Class: 1-B / Club: Tennis Club / Catchphrase: Angel? Devil? Young Master! This is from the early days of the student council. He is a selfish, childish, pink-haired boy. He is in a servant-master relationship with Fushimi Yuzuru, and they live in a mansion.
Fushimi Yuzuru
Height: 175cm / Weight: 60kg / Birthday: October 18th / Blood Type: A / Grade/Class: 2-B / Club: Archery Club / Catchphrase: A sharp-tongued servant. He has a polite personality and works as a servant for Himemiya. He is not a member of the student council, but he helps with miscellaneous tasks. He dislikes drawing and dogs.
Hibiki Wataru
Height: 179cm / Weight: 63kg / Birthday: February 21st / Blood Type: AB / Grade/Class: 3-B / Club: Drama Club / Catchphrase: I'm the Hentai Mask of Love and Surprise. He has an elusive personality and enjoys magic tricks. He's also always wearing a mask and often makes mysterious statements, which is why he's nicknamed "Hentai Mask."
Ensemble Stars Character Introduction! UNDEAD
This unit performs immoral and extreme performances. Due to the members' eccentricities, they rarely participate in live performances, and it's rare to see everyone give their all.
Sakuma Rei
Height: 179cm / Weight: 61kg / Birthday: November 2nd / Blood Type: B / Grade and Class: 3-B / Club: Light Music Club / Catchphrase: The Demon King Who Rules the Darkness
He is one of the "Three Eccentrics" and the leader of UNDEAD. He speaks in an old-fashioned manner. He hates the sun and sleeps in a coffin during the day (!). He is Sakuma Rintsuki's older brother.
Adonis Otogari
Height: 178cm / Weight: 64kg / Birthday: August 29th / Blood Type: A / Grade and Class: 2-A / Club: Track and Field Club / Catchphrase: "I will protect the small things to the end." He has a quiet and gentle personality. He is half-Japanese and, having previously experienced discrimination, shows kindness to the small and weak. He met Sakuma Rei while studying abroad.
Ogami Kouga
Height: 174cm / Weight: 58kg / Birthday: July 18th / Blood Type: A / Grade and Class: 2-B / Club: Light Music Club / Catchphrase: The Lonely, Rough Wolf. He is short-tempered and impatient, and calls himself the "Lonely Wolf." She's a fan of Sakuma Rei and is a member of the same club and unit. She also grows vegetables at the academy.
Hakaze Kaoru
Height: 178cm / Weight: 63kg / Birthday: November 3rd / Blood Type: B / Grade and Class: 3-A / Club: Marine Biology Club / Catchphrase: A carefree messenger of love. Although she's laid-back, she grew up in a strict household. She's kind to women and enjoys picking them up. She's the type to make her fans fall in love with her.
Ensemble Stars Character Introduction! Knights
The motif is "knights." Compared to other units, the individual members have a higher level of ability. Over the course of a year, they have become a family-like group.
Leo Tsukinaga
Height: 168cm / Weight: 53kg / Birthday: May 5th / Blood Type: O / Grade and Class: 3-B / Club: Archery Club / Catchphrase: The Unpredictable King. Leader of the "Knights." He's an innocent composer, but he also has moments of calm leadership. He's known as the "King." He apparently skipped school for a while.
Suou Tsukasa
Height: 167cm / Weight: 54kg / Birthday: April 6th / Blood Type: A / Grade and Class: 1-B / Club: Kyudo Club / Catchphrase: "Big Sister, Repeat after me♪." He has a childish side, but is usually serious. He's the son of a distinguished family who received strict upbringing, but is currently on the decline. As a returnee, he has excellent English pronunciation.
Ritsu Sakuma
Height: 170cm / Weight: 54kg / Birthday: September 22nd / Blood Type: AB / Grade and Class: 2-B / Club: Black Tea Club / Catchphrase: The Sleeping Black Prince of Sneer.
He generally lives at his own pace and is indifferent to those around him. He shares his brother's vampire constitution, but treats him coldly. He spends the day sleeping in the shade. Founding member of the Black Tea Club.
Izumi Sena
Height: 172cm / Weight: 61kg / Birthday: November 2nd / Blood Type: A / Grade/Class: 3-A / Club: Tennis Club / Catchphrase: The cynical prince of the modeling world.
A popular model with a high level of pride. He is stoic about his work. He is known for his surly attitude, but once he becomes friends with someone, he will take care of them.
Introducing the Ensemble Stars characters! Ryuseitai (Ryuuseitai)
This unit, based on the Sentai heroes, has the longest history at the academy. They are active not only as idols but also in volunteer activities.
Chiaki Morisawa
Height: 175cm / Weight: 60kg / Birthday: September 18th / Blood Type: O / Grade and Class: 3-A / Club: Basketball Club / Catchphrase: Fiery warriors carrying the burden of justice!
Leader of Ryuseitai. His assigned color is red. He is the captain of the basketball club. He is a "hero of justice" who treats everyone equally. He also likes special effects shows.
Nagumo Tetora
Height: 168cm / Weight: 55kg / Birthday: June 15th / Blood Type: A / Grade and Class: 1-A / Club: Karate Club / Catchphrase: Burning with an indomitable black flame.
Ryusei Black. Hardworking and serious. She originally auditioned for "Kouzuki" but was unsuccessful, so she joined Ryuseitai instead. She respects the karate club captain, Kiryu Kuro, calling him "boss."
Takamine Midori
Height: 178cm / Weight: 64kg / Birthday: August 29th / Blood Type: O / Grade and Class: 1-A / Club: Basketball Club / Catchphrase: If possible, I wish I'd been born petite.
Ryusei Green. She enrolled in the idol department by mistake during the entrance exam. As a result, she isn't particularly motivated to pursue idol activities. She likes mascot characters.
Sengoku Shinobu
Height: 159cm / Weight: 50kg / Birthday: June 9th / Blood Type: AB / Grade and Class: 1-B / Club: Ninja Club / Catchphrase: Ninnin Today, Too
I'm Meteor Yellow.
She may seem shy, but she's actually quite cheerful at heart. He admires ninjas and even founded a ninja club. He speaks in a ninja-like manner, using expressions like "I am..." and "I am...".
Shinkai Kanata
Height: 176cm / Weight: 60kg / Birthday: August 30th / Blood Type: B / Grade and Class: 3-B / Club: Marine Biology Club / Catchphrase: Deep-sea fish floating in the ocean☆.
Ryusei Blue. One of the "Three Oddities". He has a laid-back and laid-back personality. She often bathes in water. She loves the ocean but can't swim. She sometimes makes disturbing remarks. She seems rather mysterious.
Ensemble Stars Plot Summary!
That's all for the "Ensemble Stars" plot summary! We've introduced everything from the basic story to character profiles. Have you found your favorite idol? With so many characters and each one unique, the anime is sure to be a blast to watch! I can't wait to see what kind of show it will be.
