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Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu

Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu

Synopsis: In a world overrun by alien parasites that infiltrate human bodies, Shinichi Izumi, a high school student, finds himself in an unusual situation when one of these beings attacks, but fails to control his brain and ends up installing itself in his right hand. Now, this entity called Migi and Shinichi must learn to live together and establish an unexpected alliance, while facing other murderous parasites who see their coexistence as a threat. The struggle for survival forces them to confront questions of identity, humanity and morality as they try to unravel the mysteries of this terrifying new world.

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

Information

See below all important information about the anime: Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu

Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu
  • Anime Name in Japanese: 寄生獣 セイの格率
  • Anime Name in English: Parasyte: The Maxim
  • Other names: Parasite, Parasitic Beasts, Parasyte

Production information

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

Anime Information

  • Type: 23 min. per ep.
  • Episodes: 24
  • Date: Oct 9, 2014 to Mar 26, 2015
  • Genres: Action, horror, science fiction
  • Subjects: Gore, Psychological
  • Target: Seinen

Anime Reviews

  • Rating: 8.33
  • Popularity: 1,910,128

Video Trailer/Opening

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Curiosities

Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu": 

  • "Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu," also known as "Parasyte: The Maxim," is based on the manga "Kiseijuu" by Hitoshi Iwaaki, which was published between 1988 and 1995.
  • The parasites in the anime take control of the head of their human hosts, but the protagonist Shinichi Izumi manages to stop a parasite from completely dominating his brain, resulting in him coexisting with the Migi parasite in his right hand.
  • The anime addresses themes such as coexistence between species, morality, and human nature itself.
  • The 2014 anime adaptation was produced by the Madhouse studio, famous for other successful productions such as Death Note and One Punch Man.
  • The anime's soundtrack was composed by Ken Arai, bringing an electronic style that complements the theme and atmosphere of the series well.
  • The anime series received positive reviews for its animation, character development, and thematic depth.
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Main Characters

Below is the main characters of: "Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character: 

  • Izumi Shinichi: Adolescent who partners with the parasite Migi.
  • Migi: Parasite that coexists with Shinichi, taking his right hand.
  • Tamiya Ryouko: Parasite that tries to better understand humans.
  • Kimishima Kana: Teenager with the ability to sense parasites.
  • Murano Satomi: Friend and love interest of Shinichi.
  • Joe
  • Gotou: Powerful parasite with multiple body fusions.
  • Uragami
  • Hirokawa Takeshi
  • Uda Mamoru: Human who also has a partnership with a parasite.

Summary and events

  • Alien parasites invade Earth, incorporating themselves into the brains of humans to feed.
  • Shinichi Izumi, a student, is attacked by a parasite that fails to take over his brain and ends up in his right hand.
  • The parasite, called Migi, and Shinichi form a forced coexistence for mutual survival.
  • The duo faces other hostile parasites that see them as a threat.
  • Shinichi struggles to maintain his humanity as he develops new powers due to his connection with Migi.
  • The relationship between Shinichi and Migi evolves from distrust to a strategic alliance.
  • Shinichi faces emotional and moral challenges as he encounters parasites that devour humans.
  • The conflict reaches a climax when human forces and parasites clash directly.
  • Shinichi faces personal tragedies that test his emotional and physical limits.
  • The apprentice of a hostile world, Shinichi seeks a balance between his human and parasitic identities.
  • In the end, a preliminary understanding between humans and parasites is reached, leaving ethical questions open.

What happens in the end?

Below we have a summary of what happens at the end of the anime Kiseijuu: Sei no KakuritsuWe have placed a Spoiler alert, just click below to display the content of the end of the work.

At the end of "Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu," Shinichi Izumi confronts Gotou, the most powerful parasite, in an intense battle. With Migi's help and a moment of luck, he manages to destroy Gotou, using a hidden bullet to take advantage of an unexpected weakness. After the fight, Migi goes into an indefinite state of hibernation, leaving Shinichi on his own. The narrative then focuses on Shinichi's attempt to return to a normal life, touching on themes of identity and the meaning of coexistence between humans and parasites. The manga ends with Shinichi enjoying the simplicity of everyday life, now wiser for his experiences.

Meaning of Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu

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

寄生獣 セイの格率
  • 寄生獣 - Parasite
  • セイ - Seio (A word that can be associated with "principle" or "order" depending on the context)
  • の - of
  • 格率 - Rule or principle
The name of the anime "寄生獣 セイの格率" can be translated as "The Parasite Principle". The work revolves around alien parasites that invade Earth, taking control of human individuals. The protagonist, Shinichi, ends up becoming home to one of these parasites, called Migi, but, contrary to common belief, he is unable to take over Shinichi's brain, which leads to a relationship of forced coexistence between the two. The title reflects the struggle between the instinctive nature of the parasites and the rules of coexistence that emerge from this unique dynamic.

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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu has a total of 24 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.
You can watch the anime Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu 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 Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu 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: 1,910,128