KamiErabi GOD.app

KamiErabi God.app (カミエラビ) is an original Japanese anime TV series, crafted by Yoko Taro, produced by Unend, and helmed by Hiroyuki Seshita. The show is set to make its debut on Fuji TV's +Ultra programming block starting on October 5, 2023.

Introduction
Yoko Taro, who has continuously delivered despair and inspiration to the world as the director of the mega-hit game "NieR:Automata." Many creators, inspired by Yoko's remarkable ideas, have come together.

Jin, known for captivating numerous boys and girls with works like "Kagerou Project," is taking charge of the script, infusing it with soul. The prolific manga artist Atsushi Ohkubo, known for hits like "Fire Force" and "Soul Eater," is contributing as the character designer, lending his expertise to the physical aspects. And Hiroyuki Seshita, who has pioneered cutting-edge visual expressions in works like "Knights of Sidonia" and "BLAME!," is infusing the newborn creation with overwhelming vitality.

At the end of 2023, "KamiErabi" will kick off.

Story
Goro, a first-year high school student at a private high school in Tokyo, has no hopes, no dreams, and no ambitions. The world is indifferent to him, and he has a faint longing for Honoka, a classmate from the same school. He and his best friend Akitsu live a boring, unchanging life. One day, Goro receives a strange notification on his smartphone: “You have been chosen. Breathe into me your wish." Thinking it malicious spam, Goro types, "I want to have sex with Honoka, the woman of my dreams.”

The next day, Honoka invites him to drop his pants at an unpopular arcade… “Congratulations on your great accomplishment!” Then, a mysterious girl, Lall, suddenly appears. Confused by this series of events, Goro is told of a cruel fate. Goro has been chosen by the "Great Will" to become a god to make his wish come true. With other potential gods, they are to kill one another until there is only one left. The ability given is the "Scripture of Fools". At the cost of the "Misfortune" that befalls you, the power to twist the cause and effect of the world and manipulate the reason of this world at will.

The first god candidate who appeared to kill Goro was, of course, Honoka, whom he had longed for. What choice will Goro make against Honoka, who attacks him mercilessly? Thus, the fetish battle royal by the god candidates, each with their own secrets, begins!

Production
The series was officially announced during the "Fuji TV Anime Lineup Presentation 2023" on March 22, 2023. It comes from the creative mind of Yoko Taro and is brought to life by Unend, under the direction of Hiroyuki Seshita. The scriptwriting is handled by Jin, character design by Atsushi Ohkubo, and the music composition by Monaca.

Premiere will be on October 5, 2023, while it will be aired on Fuji TV's +Ultra programming block. Notably, the series features "Scrap & Build" as the opening theme song, performed by Elaiza, and "Bleed My Heart" as the ending theme song, sung by Alisa. Excitingly, Crunchyroll holds the license for the series outside of Asia.

Premise
The series introduces an enigmatic and captivating premise that has piqued the interest of many. Although specific plot details remain limited, the tagline, "God, the world today is also going crazy," provides a glimpse into the potential themes and atmosphere of the show. With Yoko Taro at the helm, fans can expect a thought-provoking and emotionally immersive storyline, complete with unexpected twists and in-depth character exploration.

The anime boasts a talented team, including Hiroyuki Seshita as the director, Jin as the series composer and scriptwriter, and Atsushi Ohkubo as the character designer. Consequently, expectations for the series are understandably high. Viewers can look forward to a visually striking and meticulously crafted anime that seamlessly combines stunning animation with a captivating narrative, showcasing the creative brilliance of the team.

The official KamiErabi website has provided a brief introduction to the upcoming anime, which reads as follows: "Continuing to deliver both despair and excitement to the world as the director of the hit game 'NieR: Automata,' Yoko Taro. Creators who resonated with Yoko's astonishing ideas have come together."

Staff

 * Original Concept: Yoko Taro
 * Director: Hiroyuki Seshita
 * Assistant Directors: Keisuke Ide, Yuichi Ishima, Ryochimo
 * Series Composition/Screenplay: JIN
 * Character Design: Atsushi Ohkubo
 * Animation Character Design: Junko Yamanaka, Yuki Moriyama
 * Production Design: Naoya Tanaka, Ferdinand Patulli
 * Sculpting Director/Illustration Director: Mitsunori Katanori
 * Motion Graphic Design: Shinya Sato
 * Sacred Object Besign: Takehiko Hozoku
 * Animation Director: Naoto Tokumaru
 * CG Supervisors: Hirokazu Ayukawa, Susumu Sugai, Tetsuo Maeda, Kazuki Nagagen
 * Art Directors: Mitsuo Yoshino, Yoshikatsu Matsumoto, Taichi Shishido
 * Sound Director: Takayuki Yamaguchi
 * Music: MONACA
 * Animation Production: UNEND
 * Planning/Production: Slow Curve

Voice Cast

 * Goro Ono (小野護郎)
 * Voiced by: Kazuki Ura
 * Lall (ラル)
 * Voiced by: Ayane Sakura
 * Honoka Sawa (佐和穂花)
 * Voiced by: Sara Matsumoto
 * Yutaka Akitsu (秋津豊)
 * Voiced by: Shūichi Uchida
 * Chika Nojima (能島千歌)
 * Voiced by: Natsuko Abe
 * Koki Ama (天昴輝)
 * Voiced by: Gakuto Kajiwara
 * Iyo Futana (二奈唯世)
 * Voiced by: Tomori Kusunoki
 * Mitsuko Okino (沖野美津子)
 * Voiced by: Fairouz Ai
 * Tatsuya (タツヤ)
 * Voiced by: Yūki Shin

Voice Actors' Commentaries

 * Goro Ono (小野護郎) Voice Actor: "I will be taking on the role of Goro, my name is Kazuki Ura. I've been excited about KamiErabi since the audition, and I thought, 'I absolutely want to be a part of it!' So, when I heard the news that I would be playing the role of Goro, I couldn't help but feel thrilled! Goro is a very modern and adolescent boy. I played the role while being particularly aware of the typical instability and youthful awkwardness of adolescence. Please look forward to the Fetish Battle Royale among the Kami-sama candidates!"
 * Lall (ラル) Voice Actor: "I am voicing the character of Lall. Whether Lall is an enemy or an ally, on the "Ela" side or the "Ela-bare" side... This is a work filled with mysteries and enigmatic characters. However, I perceive Lall as a presence that one cannot hate. In this unsettling and grotesque atmosphere of the current work, I would be delighted if you could enjoy it. Please give it a try for a few episodes at least. And please, get involved in it.
 * Honoka Sawa (佐和穂花) Voice Actor: "I will be playing the role of Honoka Sawa in KamiErabi. My name is Sara Matsumoto. Each character in this story represents their own "justice." Is the opposite of that justice evil, or is it another form of justice? It's sure to make you think! I hope you'll also pay attention to Honoka's duality and the beauty of the visuals and music. Thank you very much.
 * Yutaka Akitsu (秋津豊) Voice Actor: "I'm Shuichi Uchida, playing the role of Akitsu! The idea of the "battle to decide the God" alone makes my heart race. "KamiErabi" is a work packed with lots of excitement like that. The character I'll be portraying, Akitsu, is truly the mood maker! When he appears, the atmosphere brightens up instantly. I'll do my best to bring out the charm of Akitsu to the fullest!
 * Chika Nojima (能島千歌) Voice Actor: "I'll be taking on the role of Chika, and I'm Natsuko Abe. Chika is a girl brimming with energy who, despite her sharp words and actions, holds a pure wish deep within her. I was strongly drawn to her inner self and her appearance with twin tails and a white coat, so I'm truly honored to have been entrusted with the role. I wonder what kind of chemical reactions will occur for the sake of her "wish." I'll give it my all!
 * Koki Ama (天昴輝) Voice Actor: "I'll be voicing the character Koki, and I'm Gakuto Kajiwara! As this is an original story, I've been enjoying the process of predicting what's to come even during the dubbing stage. While I do know some parts of it, there are things I intentionally choose not to know, so I think I'm acting while thinking alongside the character. There's a lot of suspense and excitement awaiting us. I believe it's a very fulfilling work, so please look forward to it, everyone!
 * Iyo Futana (二奈唯世) Voice Actor: "I am delighted to announce that I will be voicing the character "Iyo" in "KamiErabi." I'm Tomori Kusunoki. With Iyo being such an adorable idol, there's no doubt that everyone will fall in love with her! We are all set with the Iyo calls, so please look forward to it◎ As this is an original anime, I hope you'll eagerly await how Iyo will be involved in the story!
 * Mitsuko Okino (沖野美津子) Voice Actor: "From the moment I received the audition script, I was incredibly drawn to the unique world and the multitude of mysterious situations. Amidst the diverse cast of characters, I was particularly thrilled to be entrusted with the fantastic character of Mitsuko, who has a strong presence! As this is an original anime production, we, too, are eagerly looking forward to each new episode with excitement and anticipation, just like the viewers. Please stay tuned and enjoy it!
 * Tatsuya (タツヤ) Voice Actor: "I am very pleased to announce that I will be playing the role of Tatsuya in "KamiErabi" this time. It's an original anime production by a fantastic team of creators, and I myself am very excited about it. Not only the other characters but also Tatsuya's role is not a straightforward one, so I've been enjoying the challenge while also grappling with it! Please do watch it. Thank you very much.

List of Episodes

 * ''Main Article: List of Episodes

Music

 * Opening Theme: Scrap & Build (スクラップ＆ビルド) by ELAIZA
 * Ending Theme: Bleed My Heart by Alisa