The fifth season of the hugely popular anime "Senki Zesshō Symphogear" has finally been confirmed! The Symphogear series has been airing since 2012, and in addition to featuring a star-studded cast, it is an unusual series that focuses on the theme of "song," and continues to enjoy popularity to this day. In this article, we'll introduce the appeal of Symphogear and what Symphogear is all about.
Charm 1: The All-Star Cast
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First and foremost, the cast is truly stellar. The main character, Hibiki Tachibana, is played by Aoi Yuki, Tsubasa Kazanari is played by Nana Mizuki, and Kanade Amano is played by Minami Takayama. Each character is voiced by a truly all-star cast. Furthermore, since Symphogear features singing during the recording studio, one of the prerequisites for voice actors is apparently the ability to sing. In addition to the voice actors mentioned above, many other famous and popular voice actors also appear, so finding your favorite voice actor is one of Symphogear's charms, isn't it?
The voice actors aren't the only impressive cast!
In addition to the voice actors, music producer Noriyasu Agematsu is also involved in the production of the series' songs. Noriyasu Agematsu is a talented artist who has written many songs for Nana Mizuki, propelling her to the top of the anime song industry. Many fans are looking forward to the character songs by Nana Mizuki and Noriyasu Agematsu in Season 5.
Charm 2: Full of intense battle scenes
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Senki Zesshō Symphogear is always singing during battle. What's more, these songs are actually sung by voice actors during recording sessions, and when lines are added mid-song, their voices unintentionally increase in volume, creating a truly immersive battle scene. What's more, the songs sung during battle scenes reflect the emotions of the characters at that time, so scenes like "We're losing! But we have to win!" are sure to be exciting!
Episode 12 of "Senki Zesshō Symphogear" is already legendary!
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Music producer Agematsu also chose the resurrection scene in episode 12 of "Senki Zesshō Symphogear" as his favorite scene. In this scene, the songs of the people reach the hearts of the exhausted Hibiki, Tsubasa, and Chris, reviving them. Agematsu boasts that when you hear "Synchrogazer -Aufwachen Form-" playing the moment Hibiki decides she can still fight, you're guaranteed to get goosebumps! I actually got goosebumps myself, and this scene is one of Symphogear's most famous.
Charm 3: Numerous Popular Character Songs
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Symphogear has many popular character songs. I believe the secret to their popularity is the incorporation of the emotions each character sings. In addition to the opening and ending themes, the songs played during battle scenes each have their own charm and story. For example, "First Love Song" is the song played in the final episode of the first season. In this case, I think the song expresses a classic story of three people who were enemies at first, but who end up sacrificing themselves, singing, and fighting for the purpose of "saving the world." In this way, the songs in each situation have "meaning."
Character songs express the characters
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To use the main character as an example, Hibiki Tachibana's character songs include "Watashi to Iu Onkyo Ki Sono Saki ni" (I Call You Sound Key Sono Saki ni) and "Rainbow Flower." My impression of these songs is that they are passionate and powerful. I think they reflect Hibiki Tachibana's strong sense of justice. Yukine Chris's "Magic Bow Ichiival" has a sharp melody that perfectly suits the character's bullet-spraying style, while "Classroom Monochrome" reflects Chris's feelings as she fights alone.
Favorite Scenes Along with Songs
I think everyone can name a favorite scene from Senki Zesshō Symphogear! By imagining the lyrics of the song playing during that scene, you can not only enjoy the anime, but also recall the characters' emotions and situations at the time, making it even more enjoyable. This is a unique way to enjoy Symphogear, with its focus on song.
Charm 4: The Story is Interesting
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At first glance, some people might think that the story itself isn't interesting because it's a combination of "song" and "anime," but that's not actually the case. It's packed with the elements of an interesting work, including a well-structured story where enemies become allies and scenes where characters overcome their pasts!
Many Highlights
In particular, "Senki Zesshō Symphogear" is a series, so you can feel the characters' growth as you progress through the series. The story is packed with plot twists, so there's plenty to see, not just the songs.
Charm 5: A Solid Setting
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One of Symphogear's charms is its elaborate setting. The "Zesshō" (special moves) cannot be used casually, and there is a risk of death if used, and there are many other settings that are not found in other works. However, on the other hand, there are also some settings that are difficult to understand, so we will introduce some settings that are good to remember for those who have not yet seen "Senki Zesshō Symphogear".
Each Character's Weapons
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The protagonist, Hibiki Tachibana, uses her bare hands as her weapon, reflecting her desire to join hands with others, and her fists are her Armed Gear. Cliff Yukine's Symphogear was originally a bow-shaped one, but his strong feelings toward his hated enemies led to the image of a heavy weapon. Isn't it rare to see a work with such well-defined weapons used by characters?
Zesshō
This attack is unique in that it's the strongest attack, but it's also dangerous. It's a double-edged sword, as it can't be used lightly and is only used when desperately needed. However, it's precisely because of this risk that the Zesshō is performed that it's an incredibly exciting scene. There are sure to be many fans who love Zesshō scenes!
Summary
Many fans are looking forward to the fifth season of the song-themed anime "Senki Zesshō Symphogear"! While at first glance it may seem like a girl-focused anime, it's a series that can be enjoyed by both male and female fans. If you haven't seen it yet, we recommend catching up on the first four seasons before the fifth season begins!
