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Gyakkyou Burai Kaiji: Ultimate Survivor

Gyakkyou Burai Kaiji: Ultimate Survivor

Synopsis: After being dragged into the world of gambling by unpayable debts, Kaiji Itou finds himself in a desperate fight for survival. Boarding the ship Espoir, he discovers that gambling is not just about entertainment, but is a trap full of treachery and complex strategies. Each game represents not only a chance to pay off his debts, but an intense struggle against desperation and the manipulation of other players. Thus, Kaiji must navigate a labyrinth of psychology and deceit, testing not only his cunning, but also his determination to resist the pressures that threaten not only his freedom, but life itself.

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

Information

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Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Gyakkyou Burai Kaiji: Ultimate Survivor
  • Anime Name in Japanese: 逆境無頼カイジ Ultimate Survivor
  • Anime Name in English: Kaiji: Ultimate Survivor
  • Other names: Tobaku Mokushiroku Kaiji, The Suffering Pariah Kaiji

Production information

  • Producers: VAP, Nippon Television Network
  • Licensors: Sentai Filmworks
  • Studios: Madhouse

Anime Information

  • Type: 23 min. per ep.
  • Episodes: 26
  • Date: Oct 3, 2007 to Apr 2, 2008
  • Genres: Thriller
  • Subjects: Adult Cast, High Stakes Game, Psychological, Strategy Game
  • Target: Seinen

Anime Reviews

  • Rating: 8.26
  • Popularity: 361,797

Video Trailer/Opening

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Curiosities

Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Gyakkyou Burai Kaiji: Ultimate Survivor": 

  • Gyakkyou Burai Kaiji: Ultimate Survivor is based on the manga "Tobaku Mokushiroku Kaiji," created by Nobuyuki Fukumoto.
  • The anime is known for its intense art style, which focuses on depicting extreme emotions, particularly the desperation and tension of the main characters.
  • The anime's plot revolves around high-stakes gambling, reflecting themes of debt, desperation and human nature under pressure.
  • Kaiji, the protagonist, is a character who evolves over the course of the series, becoming more calculating and strategic in his approach to betting challenges.
  • The anime uses a soundtrack composed by Hideki Taniuchi, who has worked on other popular series such as Death Note.
Ultimate Survivor: Kaiji - The Ultimate Gambler
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Main Characters

Below is the main characters of: "Gyakkyou Burai Kaiji: Ultimate Survivor"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character: 

  • Itou Kaiji: Main protagonist, fighting against debts and extreme situations
  • Tonegawa Yukio: Senior executive at Teiai Corporation, Kaiji's adversary
  • Narrator: Narrates events and actions in the anime
  • Hyoudou Kazutaka: President of Teiai, a cruel authority figure
  • Ishida Kouji: Kaiji's companion in some game battles
  • Endou Yuuji: Loan agent of Teiai
  • Sahara Makoto: Character who participates in challenges alongside Kaiji
  • Andou Mamoru: Participant in games against Kaiji
  • Funai Jouji: Name
  • Kitami: Name

Summary and events

  • Kaiji Itou is forced to pay off a colleague's debt and ends up boarding the Espoir ship for a betting challenge.
  • The tournament aboard the Espoir involves games of strategy and betrayal, with high stakes where the losers face servitude.
  • Kaiji finds himself in a series of critical situations, where he must choose his actions and allies carefully in order to survive.
  • The description details how Kaiji faces increasing challenges that test his intellect and determination.

What happens in the end?

Below we have a summary of what happens at the end of the anime Gyakkyou Burai Kaiji: Ultimate SurvivorWe have placed a Spoiler alert, just click below to display the content of the end of the work.

Gyakkyou Burai Kaiji: Ultimate Survivor still doesn't have a definitive ending. The book continues to follow the protagonist Kaiji Itou in his misadventures through different arcs of risky and intense bets. The story is full of tension and twists and turns, but so far, the author has yet to write a conclusive ending to Kaiji's journey, leaving fans eager for more developments and a conclusion to such an engaging series.

Meaning of Gyakkyou Burai Kaiji: Ultimate Survivor

Let's look at the translation of each word and explanation of the anime's name: 

逆境無頼カイジ Ultimate Survivor
  • 逆境 - Adversity
  • 無頼 - Without morals or principles
  • カイジ - Kaiji (name of the protagonist)
  • Ultimate - Máximo
  • Survivor - Survivor
The title "逆境無頼カイジ Ultimate Survivor" can be interpreted as "Kaiji, the Ultimate Survivor in the Face of Adversity and No Morals". This expression reflects well the journey of the protagonist, Kaiji Itou, who finds himself in debt and desperate situations, forced to take part in risky games that not only test his ability to survive, but also his ethics and morality in a brutal environment. Kaiji's search for more than just financial stability turns into an intense psychological battle against the forces that oppress him, revealing the struggle for survival in the face of adversity.

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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Gyakkyou Burai Kaiji: Ultimate Survivor has a total of 26 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.
You can watch the anime Gyakkyou Burai Kaiji: Ultimate Survivor 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 Gyakkyou Burai Kaiji: Ultimate Survivor 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: 361,797