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Given

Synopsis: Firmly squeezing his Gibson guitar, Mafuyu Satou leaves his dark apartment to start another day of his high school life. While taking a nap in a quiet place on the gym stairs, he has a casual encounter with colleague Ritsuka Uenoyama, who scolds him for leaving the ropes of his guitar tool and break. Realizing Uenoyama's knowledge about the instrument, he sliced ​​begs him to fix him and teach him to touch. Uenoyama finally agrees and invites him to sit at a jam session with his two bandmates: bassist Haruki Nakayama and drummer Akihiko Kaji.

Satou's voice is surprisingly beautiful, filling Uenoyama with the determination of making Soutou the band's singer. Although reticent at first, Souou accepts the offer after an emotional meeting with an old friend. With the support of his new friends, Satou should not only learn to play the guitar, but also to accept the mysterious circumstances that led him to his owner.

Table of Content
- Information
- Trailer/OP
- Curiosities
- Manga and Products
- Characters
- Summary
- FAQ
- Games, OVAs, Movies
- Meaning
- Related
- FAQ

Information

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Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Given
  • Anime Name in Japanese: ギヴン
  • Anime Name in English: Desconhecido
  • Other names: Given - ギヴン

Production information

  • Producers: Aniplex, Dentsu, Movic, Fuji TV, Shinshokan
  • Licensors: Desconhecido
  • Studios: Lerche

Anime Information

  • Duration: 22
  • Date: 43658 - September 20, 2019 - Fridays on 0055 (JST)
  • Genres: The boys love, drama, romance, slice of life
  • Subjects: Song
  • Target: Unknown

Anime Reviews

  • note: 8.341
  • Popularity: 268595

Video Trailer/Opening

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  • Date: 2023-06-29T07:17:04-03:00
  • Curiosities

    Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Given": 

    • The creator of "Given", Natsuki Kizu, originally published the story as a Bl (Boys Love) online manga in 2013, before being adapted to anime in
    • The fictional band "Given" in the anime is actually formed by real musicians, including SID band guitarist Shinjiro Atae, and Porno Graffitti drummer Shingo Yasumoto.
    • The anime was praised for its realistic representation of LGBTQ+relationships, including the sensitive approach of topics such as homophobia and acceptance.
    • The anime opening theme song, "Kizuato" ("Scar"), is sung by the cast of voice actors "Given".
    • The series was nominated for the Crunchyroll Anime Awards Award in the "Best Drama" category.
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    Manga and Products from Given

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    Main Characters

    Below is the main characters of: "Given"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character: 

    • Mafuyu Satou: A shy and reserved young man who has a natural talent for music and carries a guitar with a special meaning.
    • Ritsuka Uenoyama: A skilled guitarist and member of the band "Given", who initially hesitates to get involved with Mafuyu, but ends up becoming his musical mentor and developing feelings for him.
    • Haruki Nakayama: Bassist of the band "Given" and close friend of Uenoyama, who faces emotional dilemmas related to unrequited love.
    • Akihiko Kaji: Drummer of the band "Given" and Uenoyama's roommate, whose laid-back personality hides complex feelings about a past relationship.
    • Yayoi Uenoyama: Ritsuka's younger sister, who supports the musical journey of the band "Given" and has a romantic interest in Haruki.
    • Hiiragi Kashima: A talented violinist and childhood friend of Akihiko, who has a complicated relationship with his own emotions and desires.
    • Ryuu Ueki: A friend of Mafuyu's and a member of a rival band, whose relationship with Mafuyu has a significant impact on the story.
    • Kasai: Manager of the music store where the members of the band "Given" usually gather and practice.

    Summary and events

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    What happens in the end?

    In the original work of Given, the manga, the story continues after the end of the anime. Therefore, spoilers ahead. In the manga, the relationship between Mafuyu and Uenoyama develops even further, with the two getting closer and facing life and love challenges together. The band formed by them, "The Seasons," also continues to rise, participating in festivals and music events.
    The ending of Given manga is considered more closed, with the resolution of the main issues and conflicts presented throughout the story. The characters' journey of self-discovery, overcoming, and love is concluded satisfactorily, bringing a feeling of fulfillment and growth to everyone.
    It is important to highlight that, despite having a more conclusive ending in the manga, Given still leaves room for interpretations and possible future developments in the characters' lives, especially regarding their music careers and relationships.

    GAMES, MOVIES, OVAs and SPECIALS

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    Meaning of Given

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    ギヴン
    • ギヴン: Given, granted
    The anime "ギヴン" (Given) is an adaptation of the manga of the same name, written and illustrated by Natsuki Kizu. The story revolves around four high school students who form a rock band called "Given". The name of the anime refers to the meaning of the word "ギヴン" (Dado, granted), which represents the idea that music and passion for music were given to them as a gift. In addition, the name can also be interpreted as an allusion to the fact that the characters are "giving" themselves to achieve their musical dreams.

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    FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

    Given has a total of 11 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.
    You can watch the anime Given on Crunchyroll, Netflix, or any other streaming site where the work is available. Availability will depend on your current location.
    The decision to produce new seasons of the anime Given usually depends on various factors, such as DVD/Blu-ray sales, merchandise, popularity of the original material. This information can be found throughout the page. The anime's popularity reached on "MyAnimeList" the following number of members: 268595