Exciting news has come from Crunchyroll – the renowned platform is set to deliver two captivating anime series to audiences worldwide for the winter 2024 season: Brave Bang Bravern! and Cardfight!! Vanguard DivineZ. These series, which launched on Thursday, promise to add a dose of high-octane action and compelling storytelling to fans’ watchlists.
Brave Bang Bravern’s Pilot Prowess
Introducing the protagonists, Lewis Smith and Isami Ao – a pair of ace pilots thrust into a high-stakes scenario. Lewis Smith, ascending the ranks of the U.S. armed forces, maneuvers the formidable Titanostride, an armored humanoid weapon. Amidst an intense battle, his path intersects with that of Isami Ao, his counterpart from Japan’s Ground Self-Defense Force.
Master of mecha anime, Obari, acclaimed for titles like Gravion and Angel Blade, assumes the director’s chair for this original robot series. Cygames Pictures, the studio behind the stunning Blade Runner: Black Out 2022 and Princess Connect! Re:Dive, brings its expertise to the fore in bringing this narrative to life. Keigo Koyanagi, celebrated for his work on The Rising of The Shield Hero, takes the helm of the series composition.
Creative genius is further displayed in the character designs, with Kouichi Motomura shaping the characters inspired by Kamokamen’s original artwork. Furthermore, mechanical design virtuosos MORUGA and Mizuki Sakura lend their talents to the series, alongside Kenji Teraoka’s role as production designer – all weaving their magic to create a visually striking and immersive world.
The Next Chapter: Cardfight!! Vanguard DivineZ
Come Friday at 6:40 p.m. EST, fans can dive into the world of Cardfight!! Vanguard DivineZ on Crunchyroll. This next installment of the Cardfight!! Vanguard series continues the legacy of the anime with its premiere also on TV Aichi, TV Tokyo, and additional channels at 8:00 a.m. JST. For late-night anime enthusiasts, BS NTV offers a slot at 11:30 p.m. JST. Accessibility is broad, with streaming options on Amazon Prime Video, d Anime Store, Niconico, and the Cardfight!! Vanguard YouTube channel.
The odyssey of Cardfight!! Vanguard’s D Series began in April 2021 with the first two seasons of the overDress anime. The journey continued with subsequent seasons, leading to the much-anticipated sixth season – DivineZ. Further, with the seventh season on the horizon for mid-2024 and two additional seasons lined up for the coming years, the roadmap is clearly charted out, with fans set to enjoy content up until at least December 2025.
Bushiroad’s ambitions shine through as they revealed plans beyond the 10th season for the current “D series” of the franchise. Initially forecasting up to nine seasons, they now show a commitment to extend the saga of the well-loved anime and card game series.
The latest season, will+Dress, commenced last July, continuing to captivate fans and enrich the complex world of Cardfight!! Vanguard.
Final Thoughts
In the dynamic realms of armored giants and strategic card battles, these two series, Brave Bang Bravern! and Cardfight!! Vanguard DivineZ, are set to dazzle the anime community. With their rich narratives, distinctive characters, and promising creative teams, they seem destined to become the highlights of the winter 2024 anime season.
As the pilots ready their mechs and the cardfighters shuffle their decks, fans are in for a thrilling ride full of passion, strategy, and above all, unforgettable storytelling. Keep an eye on Crunchyroll, your portal to these enthralling adventures.
