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Senkaiden Houshin Engi

Synopsis: Thousands of years ago, it was a time of witchcraft and black magic. An malignant witch bewitched the emperor of the powerful dynasty and he became an irrational puppet. The country is in crash and evil spirits hide everywhere. The human world is about to destroy total destruction. A bold mission is planned by the confederation of immortal masters. They send a young master wizard to hunt the villains and wizards of evil in the devastated lands.

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- 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: Senkaiden Houshin Engi
  • Anime Name in Japanese: 仙界伝 封神演義
  • Anime Name in English: Soul Hunter
  • Other names: Romances of Sealed Gods, Soul Hunter Battle of the Immortals

Production information

  • Producers: TV Tokyo Music
  • Licensors: ADV Films, Discotek Media
  • Studios: Studio Deen

Anime Information

  • Type: TV
  • Episodes: 26
  • Date: 36344 - December 25, 1999
  • Genres: Adventure, fantasy, supernatural
  • Subjects: Historic
  • Target: Shounen

Anime Reviews

  • note: 7.091
  • Popularity: 6891

Video Trailer/Opening

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    • Curiosities

    Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Senkaiden Houshin Engi": 

    • The Senkaiden Houshin Engine anime is based on the manga of the same name, written and illustrated by Ryu Fujisaki.
    • The story takes place in a world where human beings and demons coexist, and follows the journey of the protagonist Taikoubou on his mission to seal demons and restore balance.
    • The anime was released in 1999 and had a total of 26 episodes.
    • The plot is inspired by the classic Chinese novel "Fengshen Yanyi", also known as "Investiture of the Gods".
    • The protagonist Taikoubou is a skilled exorcist who uses magic techniques and summoning to combat demons.
    • The anime features a wide variety of characters, each with unique skills and different personalities.
    • The animation of the anime was produced by Studio Deen studio.
    • The anime soundtrack consisted of Yasuharu Takanashi.
    • Senkaiden Houshin Enge was well received by the public and criticism, praised for its engaging story and charismatic characters.
    • The anime also had an adaptation in play for PlayStation, released in 2000.
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    Manga and Products from Senkaiden Houshin Engi

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    Main Characters

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

    • Taikoubou (Kazuhiko Inoue) - A young exorcist seeking to protect the world from demons.
    • Dakki (Yuko Mizutani) - A seductive and demon manipulator that seeks to control the human world.
    • BUNCHUU (Toshihiko Seki) - A powerful demon seeking revenge against Taikoubou.
    • YOUZEN (Takehito Koyasu) - A demon who becomes Taikoubou ally in the fight against Dakki.
    • Nataku (Kappei Yamaguchi) - A being artificially created that seeks its own identity and purpose.
    • Kou Hiko (Akira Ishida) - A young prince who joins Taikoubou in the fight against Dakki.
    • RAISHINSHI (Ryusei Nakao) - A demon who becomes ally of Dakki and faces Taikoubou.
    • FUGEN SHINJIN (Takeshi àon) - An exorcist wise who guides taikoubou on his journey.

    Summary and events

    1. The kingdom of Yin is invaded by the army of Chou.
    2. Taikoubou, a young exorcist, is summoned by the emperor to help save the kingdom.
    3. Taikoubou meets his companion Youzen, a demon who became his ally.
    4. They know other important characters, such as Nataku, Dakki and Bunchuu.
    5. Taikoubou and his friends struggle against Chou generals and their demons.
    6. They discover that Dakki is the true responsible for the invasion of Yin and plans to conquer everyone.
    7. Taikoubou and his friends come together with other exorcists to fight Dakki and his followers.
    8. They manage to defeat Dakki and restore peace in the kingdom of Yin.

    What happens in the end?

    In Senkaiden Houshin Eng in the original manga, the story continues after the end of the anime. The final battle against Dakki and his allies is intense and many important characters die. However, Taikobo and his companions can defeat Dakki and restore peace in the world. In the end, Taikobo decides to leave the human world and join the gods, while his friends continue their lives on earth.

    GAMES, MOVIES, OVAs and SPECIALS

    See below the list of games available for different platforms related to anime: Senkaiden Houshin Engi

    • Senkaiden Houshin Engi (PlayStation)
    • Senkaiden Houshin Engi 2 (PlayStation)
    • Senkaiden Houshin Engi: Journey to the West (PlayStation 2)

    See below a list of OVAs, Specials, and Movies related to anime: Senkaiden Houshin Engi

    • Senkaiden Houshin Engi (1999)
    • Senkaiden Houshin Engi: Yori (1999)

    The list may not contain all games, movies, OVAs, or specials. The work may also have not received any extras or be unavailable.

    Meaning of Senkaiden Houshin Engi

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

    仙界伝 封神演義
    • 仙界伝: means "legend of the immortal world"
    • 封神演義: means "tales of divine conquest"
    The name of the anime "仙界伝 封神演義" translates as "legend of the immortal world: tales of divine conquest". The anime is based on an ancient Chinese legend called "Fengshen Yanyi" or "the investiture of the gods." The story takes place during the old China Shang dynasty and involves a war between gods and humans. The gods are divided into different factions and fight for control of the mortal world. The anime portrays the epic battle between the gods and the human heroes, with elements of fantasy, action and drama.

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    FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

    Senkaiden Houshin Engi has a total of 26 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.
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