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Mononoke

Mononoke

Synopsis: In "Mononoke", the enigmatic medicine salesman, a skilled exorcist, travels through a feudal Japan filled with evil spirits known as mononoke. When he encounters one of these supernatural beings, he cannot simply eliminate it; he must first uncover its Form, Truth and Reason, immersing himself in a process of dense, psychological investigation that reveals the traumas and stories behind each mononoke. The narrative takes on a new twist when the salesman arrives at an old inn, where a pregnant woman is in danger, threatened by entities that inhabit her room. In the midst of palpable terror, he must hurry to understand and confront these spirits before tragedy strikes.

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

Information

See below all important information about the anime: Mononoke

Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Mononoke
  • Anime Name in Japanese: モノノ怪
  • Anime Name in English: Mononoke
  • Other names: Indisponível

Production information

  • Producers: Dentsu, SKY Perfect Well Think, Fuji TV, Asmik Ace, Sony Music Entertainment
  • Licensors: Discotek Media
  • Studios: Toei Animation

Anime Information

  • Type: 22 min. per ep.
  • Episodes: 12
  • Date: Jul 13, 2007 to Sep 28, 2007
  • Genres: Fantasy, horror, mystery, supernatural
  • Subjects: Adult Cast, Historical, Mythology, Psychological
  • Target: Seinen

Anime Reviews

  • Rating: 8.42
  • Popularity: 336,986

Video Trailer/Opening

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Curiosities

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

  • The series "Mononoke" is a spin-off of the "Bakeneko" arc from the series "Ayakashi: Samurai Horror Tales."
  • "Mononoke" stands out for its unique and visually impressive artistic style, using traditional Japanese animation techniques inspired by woodcuts.
  • The protagonist, known only as "Kusuriuri" or "Medicine Seller", is an enigmatic character who also appeared for the first time in the series "Ayakashi: Samurai Horror Tales".
  • The series explores complex and often dark themes such as fear, greed and regret, while blending elements of horror and mystery.
  • Each arc of the "Mononoke" series focuses on a specific type of monster, or "mononoke", which the Medicine Seller must exorcise by discovering its Form, Truth and Reason.
  • "Mononoke" first aired in 2007, and has since been praised by critics for its innovative narrative and visual aesthetic.
Mononoke
Imagem de: Mononoke

Main Characters

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

  • Kusuriuri - The mysterious medicine seller who hunts Mononoke.
  • Man in Fox Mask
  • Kayo - A young worker who helps Kusuriuri.
  • Umizatou
  • Ochou - A woman with a tragic past and connections to Mononoke.
  • Shino
  • Yanagi Genyousai
  • Genkei - A monk who deals with spiritual issues.
  • Nomoto Chiyo
  • Oyou

Summary and events

  • The Medicine Seller, a master of the occult, travels feudal Japan searching for evil spirits known as "mononoke".
  • To defeat a mononoke, you need to discover its Form, its Truth and its Reason, and then use the powerful Sword of Exorcism.
  • The Medicine Seller performs exorcisms through intense psychological analyses and meticulous investigations.
  • He arrives at an old inn where Shino, a pregnant woman, finds shelter, but the place is infested by Zashiki Warashi spirits.
  • The Medicine Seller begins to investigate in order to understand and confront the Zashiki Warashi before it attacks again.

What happens in the end?

Below we have a summary of what happens at the end of the anime MononokeWe have placed a Spoiler alert, just click below to display the content of the end of the work.

Mononoke" does not yet have an ending. It is a series that continues to intrigue and captivate its audience with stories rich in mystery and symbolism. The plot revolves around the Medicine Seller, an enigmatic character who deals with spirits known as mononoke. He seeks to understand the Form, Truth and Reason of each mononoke before exorcising them. The series stood out for its unique artwork and engaging narrative, but so far, a definitive ending has not been presented.

Meaning of Mononoke

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

モノノ怪
  • モノ - Thing
  • ノ - connecting particle
  • 怪 - Monstrous or supernatural
The name of the anime "モノノ怪" can be interpreted as "Supernatural Things". The word "mononoke" refers to spirits or entities that have a strange or supernatural nature, while "怪" indicates something that is monstrous or mysterious. Thus, the title reflects the central theme of the series, which involves the protagonist's confrontation with different evil spirits and the psychological challenges of understanding them before defeating them.

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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Mononoke has a total of 12 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.
You can watch the anime Mononoke 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 Mononoke 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: 336,986