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Romeo x Juliet

Romeo x Juliet

Synopsis: In Neo Verona, a floating kingdom torn apart by the tyranny of the Montague, young Juliet Capulet lives in hiding after her family was massacred. Growing up under the protection of loyal allies, she becomes the vigilante known as the Red Whirlwind, fighting oppression while preserving her true identity. In a twist of fate, she crosses paths with Romeo, the son of the cruel Prince Laertes Montague, and love blossoms between them, oblivious to the tragic circumstances surrounding them. As dark revelations about their families set the stage for an even more intense conflict, Juliet and Romeo find themselves in the midst of a love made impossible by old grudges and dark secrets. Will they be able to break the chains of hatred that separate them?

Table of Content
- Information
- Trailer/OP
- Curiosities
- Characters
- Summary
- FAQ
- Meaning
- Related

Information

Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Romeo x Juliet
  • Anime Name in Japanese: ロミオ×ジュリエット
  • Anime Name in English: Romeo x Juliet
  • Other names: RomeoxJuliet

Production information

  • Producers: GDH, Kadokawa Shoten, CBC Television, SKY Perfect Well Think, Happinet Pictures, Sotsu Music Publishing, Future Vision Music
  • Licensors: Funimation
  • Studios: Gonzo

Anime Information

  • Type: 24 min. per ep.
  • Episodes: 24
  • Date: April 5, 2007 to September 26, 2007
  • Genres: Drama, fantasy, romance
  • Subjects: Others
  • Target: Shoujo

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Anime Reviews

  • Rating: 7.58
  • Popularity: 186,395

Video Trailer/Opening

Curiosities

  • "Romeo x Juliet" is a free adaptation of William Shakespeare's famous play, but incorporates fantasy elements such as the levitating continent Neo Verona.
  • Unlike the original play, Juliet has a secret identity as the masked vigilante "The Red Tornado".
  • The anime's opening soundtrack is "Inori~You Raise Me Up" by Lena Park, which is an adapted version of the famous song "You Raise Me Up".
  • The story explores not only the romance between Romeo and Juliet, but also themes of oppression and political resistance.
Romeo x Juliet
Imagem de: Romeo x Juliet

Main Characters

  • Capulet Juliet Fiammata Asto: Female protagonist who disguises herself as Odin to conceal her identity.
  • Montague Romeo Candorebanto: Male protagonist and son of Lord Montague.
  • Tybalt: Juliet's half-brother who seeks revenge against the Montagues.
  • Francisco: Loyal friend and knight in service of Juliet.
  • William: Playwright inspired by Shakespeare, friend of Juliet.
  • Curio: Protector and confidant of Juliet.
  • of Frescobaldi Benvolio: Romeo's close friend.
  • Cordelia: Faithful tutor and protector of Juliet.
  • Antonio: Young friend of Curio and Juliet.
  • Emilia: Admirer of Romeo and aspiring actress.

Summary and events

  • The Montague family massacres the Capulets and takes control of the floating continent of Neo Verona.
  • Juliet Fiammata Asto Capulet, the true heir to the throne, survives and is hidden by loyalists for 14 years.
  • Juliet secretly acts as a vigilante, known as the Red Whirlwind, protecting the citizens of Neo Verona.
  • During one of her missions, she meets and falls in love with Romeo Candorebanto Montague, son of the tyrant prince Laertes Montague.
  • Romeo also falls in love with Juliet, not knowing that she belongs to the enemy family.
  • Both face the relentless rivalry between their families, which desire the destruction of one another.
  • Additionally, an ancient secret beneath Neo Verona threatens the love of Juliet and Romeo.
  • The couple fights against external forces and their cursed fate in an attempt to be together.

What happens in the end?

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

Until the end of Romeo x Juliet, the plot culminates in an act of sacrifice and eternal love that redefines Shakespeare's classic tragedy. In this adaptation, while trying to unite the rival factions of Neo Verona, Romeo and Juliet face challenges not only of a personal nature, but also involving supernatural forces that threaten to destroy the floating city. The final battle witnesses a struggle against social injustice and the fate imposed on them. At the conclusion, in a heroic gesture, both sacrifice their lives to ensure the peace and prosperity of Neo Verona. In this moment of sacrifice, their souls merge into the celestial landscape, symbolizing hope and rebirth, leaving an eternal legacy of love and courage that inspires future generations of the city.

Meaning of Romeo x Juliet

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

ロミオ×ジュリエット
  • ロミオ - Romeo
  • ジュリエット - Julieta
The name of the anime "ロミオ×ジュリエット" refers to the famous tragedy "Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, which tells the story of two lovers from rival families. In the context of the anime, the protagonists, Romeo and Juliet, represent the forbidden love between two conflicting lineages, the Montague family and the Capulet family, in a world where the past, revenge and a tragic fate separate them. The elements of the original story are interwoven with a new narrative, located in a fantastical and oppressive setting, where the characters struggle against the adverse circumstances that surround them, highlighting the timelessness and universality of love and tragedy.

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