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Souten Kouro
Synopsis: The story of Souten Kouro is vaguely based on events that take place in three kingdoms of China during the life of the last Chancellor of the East Dynasty Han, Cao Cao (155 - March 15, 220), which also serves as the main character.
The period of the three kingdoms has been a popular theme in the Japanese manga for decades, but Souten Kouro differs greatly from most others at various points. A significant difference is the highly positive portrait of his main character, Cao Cao, which is traditionally the antagonist not only in Japanese manga, but also in most new versions of the three kingdoms period, including the original fourth century version, romance of the Three kingdoms by Luo Guanzhong. Another significant difference from others is that the plot uses mainly the original historical account of the time, records of three kingdoms of Chen Shou, as a reference and not the aforementioned novel of the novel of the three kingdoms. With this, the traditional hero of the novel of the three kingdoms, Liu Bei, assumes relatively less importance within history and is portrayed in a less positive light. However, various aspects of the story are indeed based on the new version, including the use of its original characters, such as the day Chan, as well as anachronistic weapons such as the Guan Yu Crescent Green Dragon blade and Zhang FEI's Viper Blade.
A consistent theme throughout history is Cao Cao's perpetual desire to break China and its people of its old systems and ways of thinking and starting a focus on pragmatism about empty ideals. This usually puts it in disagreement with the predominant customs and notions of Confucianism and those who support them.
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Anime Names
- Anime Name: Souten Kouro
- Anime Name in Japanese: 蒼天航路
- Anime Name in English: Beyond the Heavens
- Other names: Soten Koro
Production information
- Producers: VAP
- Licensors: Desconhecido
- Studios: Madhouse
Anime Information
- Type: TV
- Episodes: 26
- Date: April 8, 2009 - September 30, 2009
- Genres: Action and adventure
- Subjects: Historic
- Target: Seinen
Anime Reviews
- note: 7.251
- Popularity: 4236
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Curiosities
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- Souten Kouro is based on the manga of the same name, written by Hagin Yi and illustrated by King Gonta.
- The anime was produced by Madhouse studio and directed by Jun Shishido.
- History takes place during the period of the three kingdoms of China, in the second century AD.
- The protagonist is Cao Cao, one of the main military leaders of the time and founder of the Kingdom of Wei.
- The anime presents a more realistic and political approach to historical events, instead of focusing only on battles.
- In addition to Cao Cao, other famous historical characters, such as Liu Bei and Sun Quan, are also portrayed in the series.
- The anime received positive criticism for its high quality animation and fidelity to historical events.
- Souten Kouro aired in Japan between April and September 2009, totaling 26 episodes.
- The opening theme of the anime is "Free and Dream" by Suara, while the ending theme is "Kuon no Kawa" by Aimee Blackschleger.
- Souten Kouro's manga is still underway, with more than 20 volumes published so far.
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Main Characters
Below is the main characters of: "Souten Kouro"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character:
- Cao Cao (Takahiro Sakurai) - Kingdom leader Wei, ambitious and strategist.
- Liu Bei (Hiroshi Kamiya) - Leader of the Kingdom Shu, Gentle and Just.
- Sun Quan (Takashi Kondo) - Kingdom leader Wu, young and impulsive.
- Sima Yi (Katsuyuki Konishi) - Strategist of the Kingdom Wei, Astutus and Calculatory.
- Zhuge Liang (Kenichi Suzumura) - SHU Kingdom Strategist, intelligent and insightful.
- Lu Bu (Kenta Miyake) - powerful warrior and feared by all.
- DAY CHAN (MAI NAKAHARA) - Beautiful woman who causes conflicts among the warriors.
- Guan Yu (Takahiro Fujimoto) - Leal General of the Kingdom Shu, known for his strength and honor.
- ZHANG FEI (Hiroki Yasumoto) - Impulsive General of the Shu Kingdom, known for his courage.
- XIAHOU DUN (Kazuhiro Nakaya) - Kingdom General Wei, known for his loyalty and battle skill.
Summary and events
- The work takes place in ancient China, during the period of combatant kingdoms.
- Young Liu Bang joins Xiang Yu to fight the Qin Dynasty.
- Liu Bang becomes the first emperor of the Han Dynasty after the victory over Xiang Yu.
- Emperor Han faces several internal and external threats, including rebellions and invasions of nomads.
- General Han Xin stands out as one of the main commanders of the Empire, but is eventually executed on suspicion of betrayal.
- Emperor Han dies and is succeeded by his son, who proves to be a weak and inefficient ruler.
- The Han Dynasty declines, with corruption and political instability.
- General Cao Cao emerges as one of China's most powerful leaders, but is defeated by a coalition led by Liu Bei and Sun Quan.
- Liu Bei becomes the founder of the Shu Han dynasty, while Sun quan founds the Wu dynasty.
- The three dynasties fight for the control of China, especially the battles of Chibi and Hanzhong.
- The Jin dynasty eventually unifies China, ending the period of combatant kingdoms.
What happens in the end?
Souten Kouro is an adaptation of the manga of the same name, which in turn is a historical reinterpretation of the classic Chinese novel "Romance of the Three Kingdoms." The anime ends without a definitive end, leaving many questions open. However, in the original manga, the story continues and is completed. The ending shows the final battle between the three kingdoms, with Wei's victory over Shu and Wu. The protagonist, Cao Cao, is crowned as the new Emperor of China and establishes the Wei Dynasty. However, he is betrayed and murdered by his own son, Cao Pi, who assumes the throne and rules with iron hand. The story ends with the death of Cao Pi and the rise of his wife, Lady Zhen, as the new empress of China.GAMES, MOVIES, OVAs and SPECIALS
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Meaning of Souten Kouro
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蒼天航路
- 蒼天 (Sōten) - Blue Heaven
- 航路 (Kōro) - Navigation Route
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EXTERNAL LINKS
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- Official Website: http://www.ntv.co.jp/souten/
- MyAnimeList: https://myanimelist.net/anime/5226