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Ousama Ranking

Also known as Ranking of Kings.

Studio: Wit Studio , Fuji TV , Aniplex , BANDAI SPIRITS , KADOKAWA , Dentsu
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Drama , Fantasy

Unable to hear, speak, or wield a sword, Prince Bojji doesn’t seem like a typical heir to the throne—and his kingdom agrees. But his fateful encounter with Kage, a shadow on the ground, gives him his first true friend. The two set off on a grand adventure and, together, form a bond that can overcome any obstacle...even being king.



Tags: Disability , Fairy Tale , Coming of Age , Conspiracy , Male Protagonist , Language Barrier , Ensemble Cast , Swordplay , Primarily Male Cast , Bullying , Tragedy , Seinen , Magic , War , Gods , Demons , Politics , Heterosexual , Assassins , Travel , Gore , Achronological Order , Tsundere , Amputation , Kaiju

Nils no Fushigi na Tabi

Also known as The Wonderful Adventures of Nils Holgersson.

Studio: Studio Pierrot , Gakken
Status: Finished
Genres: Adventure , Fantasy

Nils is a lazy and greedy boy whose mischief makes everyone miserable, whether it's his parents, the animals on his farm, or the fairy-like tomte he captures one day. But he gets his comeuppance when the pint-sized tomte casts a spell to make Nils just as tiny as him! The only way to break the spell is to go on a journey to distant Lapland with Morten the farm goose, Carrot the hamster, and a flock of wild geese.

Along the way, he contends with cruel witches, talking statues, wise ravens, and one very persistent fox. Under the guidance of the stern but caring Captain Akka, leader of the flock, Nils discovers his kind heart and his love for nature. But when the time comes, will he be able to choose between his human family and his feathered friends?



Tags: Animals , Environmental , Male Protagonist , Fairy Tale , Coming of Age , Kids , Travel , Foreign , Historical , Classic Literature

Robin Hood no Daibouken

Also known as The Great Adventures of Robin Hood.

Studio: Tatsunoko Production , NHK , NHK Enterprises
Status: Finished
Genres: Adventure , Romance

A variant of Robin Hood in which all the principal characters are teenagers.

Several centuries ago in Nottingham County, a cruel and greedy baron by the name of Alwine ordered the destruction of the Huntingtonscastle - from the fire of which Robin and his cousins, Will, Winifred and Barbara, miraculously escaped. The youngsters sought shelter in Sherwood Forest, where, thanks to the wise guidance of the hermit better known as "Friar Tuck," they managed to face the difficulties of a life in the wilderness as as well as they could. However, in the forest there lived a fearless group of young bandits, led by Little John. Their first encounter with Robin and his cousins was at first rather stormy, as the two groups fought for the destiny of a young, noble maiden named Marian who had fallen into the hands of the bandits during an ambush.<br><br> Their bitterness, however, rapidly lead the way to friendship, and Robin and John later realized they were all victims of the same fate. The youngsters thus mutually decided to help one another. Baron Alwine was not merely enemy of the Huntingtons- in fact, a couple years earlier he had forced Little John and his gang to seek protection in the forest to avoid forced labour. He would later seek Marian Lancaster for the secret carved on a cross the girl wore as symbol of her family line.<br><br> The girl was to be adopted by the shady Bishop Herfort - Alwines accomplice - who sought to attain the Lancasters wealth. With all their strength, Robin and his friends were then compelled to fight against the barons troops, led by Gilbert - a dangerous and fearless knight. When Winifred and Marian were then imprisoned in the castle`s dungeons, our heroes tried in every way possible to enter until their ardour was finally rewarded with success. Thanks to his noble heart and heed for danger, Robin became rapidly known as the protector of the poor and oppressed. Beloved and highly esteemed not only by the villagers, but also and especially by the sweet and beautiful Marian he was. The boy who never parted from his loyal, magical bow, endlessly engaged in dangerous and unthinkable missions.

Tags: Foreign , Archery , Male Protagonist , Historical