Pandora in the Crimson Shell: Ghost Urn
| Industry | Manga, Anime |
|---|---|
| Founded | October 10, 2012 |
| Founder | Kōshi Rikudō |
| Defunct | September 20, 2024 |
| Fate | Concluded |
| Headquarters | Japan |
Area served | Japan, North America |
Key people | Kōshi Rikudō (creator), Masamune Shirow (original idea) |
| Products | Manga series, Anime film, Anime television series |
| Owner | Kadokawa Shoten |
| Parent | Kadokawa Corporation |
is a Japanese manga series created by Kōshi Rikudō, developed from an original idea by Masamune Shirow. Its serialization was handled by Kadokawa Shoten from October 2012 through September 2024, initially appearing in Newtype Ace magazine before moving to the Niconico Ace online platform. The English-language rights are held by Seven Seas Entertainment.
An anime adaptation, produced collaboratively by Studio Gokumi and AXsiZ, premiered as a feature film in December 2015. This was succeeded by a 12-episode television broadcast running from January to March 2016. The franchise is aimed at the seinen audience, blending comedic, science fiction, and cyberpunk themes.
Plot
Nene Nanakorobi, who has been fully converted into a cyborg, aspires to bring about world peace. During her journey to Cenacle, a man-made island, she forms a friendship with Uzal Delilah, an unconventional scientist, along with Uzal’s combat android companion Clarion. When a terrorist incident jeopardizes their alliance, Uzal provides Nene with access to the Pandora Device embedded within Clarion, granting her temporary mastery of exceptional abilities.
Together, Nene and Clarion engage in various missions—from rescuing children trapped in fires to confronting criminals—all with the goal of achieving global harmony. Their endeavors are complicated by B.U.E.R., an intelligent and lecherous robot resembling a five-legged lion, and Takumi Korobase, Nene’s guardian and brilliant scientist fascinated by B.U.E.R. Striving to balance their objectives while safeguarding B.U.E.R. from exploitation tests both their friendship and resolve.
Characters
- A full-body cyborg who relocated to Cenacle to live with her aunt after an incurable disease necessitated her conversion. By inserting her fingers into the Pandora Device inside Clarion, she can temporarily gain a variety of skills—from marksmanship to culinary arts—and possesses the ability to transfer her consciousness between artificial bodies.
- A combat android masquerading as a cyborg whose frame contains the Pandora Device. Clarion excels in combat and often tolerates Nene’s admiration while disliking when her feline ears are touched.
- A wealthy inventor who motivates Nene and Clarion to delve into the terrorist attack investigation. Also referred to as .
- A massive robot owned by Uzal’s corporation equipped with laser weaponry. Its Central Nervous Unit detaches into a perverted yet gentlemanly lion-like creature with five legs. Despite its formidable power, it becomes embroiled in conflicts involving Clarion and Takumi Korobase.
- Nene’s socially withdrawn aunt residing on Cenacle Island and a close collaborator of Uzal. She primarily operates within cyberspace and manages a company that manufactures Gertsecommas. Her partnership with Uzal echoes notable collaborations within the technology sector.
- A television journalist who is frequently interrupted before completing her introductions.
- The leader of a cosplay-themed rebel faction opposing Uzal’s dominance.
- The captain of Cenacle Island’s military forces, recognized for his kindness and willingness to assist others.
- An enigmatic figure obsessed with time who covertly investigates B.U.E.R.’s core unit.
- A girl with a prosthetic leg who forms friendships with B.U.E.R., Nene, and Clarion.
- An elderly woman equipped with prosthetic limbs who was rescued by Nene and Clarion during a network blackout.
- Dr. Toto
- The chairman of Cenacle Island’s government, saved by Nene and Clarion during an assault. He is suggested to be self-centered and corrupt.
Media
Manga
The manga, both authored and illustrated by Kōshi Rikudō and inspired by an idea from Masamune Shirow, debuted in Kadokawa Shoten's Newtype Ace magazine on 10 October 2012. Following the discontinuation of Newtype Ace on 10 July 2013, the series transitioned to Kadokawa's Niconico Ace website, where it recommenced on 17 September. The narrative reached its final storyline arc with the release of volume 24 in February 2023 and concluded on 20 September 2024. Kadokawa compiled the entire series into 26 volumes, published between 7 March 2013 and 9 November 2024. For North American audiences, Seven Seas Entertainment secured the licensing rights.
Volumes
Anime
An anime adaptation produced by Studio Gokumi and AXsiZ was revealed in Kadokawa's Gundam Ace magazine in October 2015. Under the direction of Munenori Nawa and scripted by Tatsuya Takahashi, with character designs crafted by Takuya Tani, the anime initially premiered as a feature film with a limited theatrical run lasting two weeks starting on 5 December 2015. Subsequently, it aired on Tokyo MX from 8 January through 25 March 2016. The opening theme song is "hopeness" performed by Zaq, while the ending theme "LoSe±CoNtRoL" features vocals from Sanae Fuku and Manami Numakura. Licensed for North American distribution by Funimation, it was simulcast with subtitles and later made available as a broadcast dub beginning 12 February 2016. In Australia, Madman Entertainment streamed the series via AnimeLab.
Episode list
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References
External links
- on Niconico Ace