Tonde Burin

Tonde Burin

Industry	Manga, Anime
Founded	August 1994
Founder	Taeko Ikeda
Headquarters	Japan
Products	Manga, Anime television series

is a Japanese magical girl manga created by Taeko Ikeda, which was serialized in Shogakukan's shōjo publication Ciao from August 1994 through September 1995, later collected into three tankōbon volumes. The series received an anime adaptation titled , produced by Nippon Animation, which broadcast on MBS, TBS, and their affiliates between September 3, 1994, and August 26, 1995.

An English-language version named Super Pig was developed by Saban Entertainment in 1997. This dub was shown on New Zealand's TV2 and aired with Dutch subtitles on Fox Kids in the Netherlands from 1998 to 1999. A separate English dub called Super Boink, featuring the original soundtrack, was exclusively broadcast in the Philippines.

Plot

Karin Kokubu (voiced by Kassie Carlen) is running late for school when she encounters a seemingly injured yellow pig who recovers after consuming her apple. At Sei Ringo Gakuen (St. Ringo School), she discovers the pig has secretly hidden inside her backpack, leading to complications with her teacher Makoto Arashiyama (voiced by Fowley Fatback).

She soon realizes the pig can speak and fly. He presents her with a "Dream Tonpact," which affixes a pig snout to her nose. The pig introduces himself as Prince Tonrariano the 3rd (also known as Iggy Pig), heir to the apple-shaped planet Buringo (Oinko). By uttering "Ba Bi Bu Be Burin!" Karin transforms into Tonde Burin, a magical pink piglet with superpowers. Although she aspires to be a magical girl like her idol "Cutey Chao," Tonrariano explains that by performing good deeds and collecting 108 pearls as Burin, she can achieve an alternate heroic form. These pearls represent karma—misusing her powers results in losing them.

Whenever trouble arises, Karin transforms into Tonde Burin to assist others using her newfound abilities.

Characters

Main characters

/ Kassie Carlen (Saban) / Colleen Adams (Philippines dub)

; Dada Carlos (Philippines dub)

Karin Kokubu is a 13-year-old seventh grader who encounters Tonrariano the 3rd on her way to school and offers him an apple. When she discovers he has hidden inside her bag, it causes problems at school. She later learns the pig can talk and fly and finds out she can transform into Tonde Burin—the Pig Girl of Love and Courage—by using the Dream Tonpact. Tonrariano assigns her the mission of gathering 108 pearls through acts of kindness to unlock a new hero form. Revealing her secret identity risks leaving her trapped as a pig forever. Karin harbors feelings for Koichi Mizuno, who is fond of Burin. She enjoys painting and fears that family or friends might uncover her secret.

/ Iggy Pig (Saban) / Binky Arnold the 3rd (Philippines dub)

; Rowena Raganit (Philippines dub)

Tonrariano the 3rd is a yellow pig prince from Buringo and son of Tonrariano the 2nd. He arrives on Earth as part of a trial to become king and selects Karin to transform into Burin. Residing in Karin's room, he acts as her advisor while lamenting her reluctance toward being Burin. Like Karin, he possesses the ability to fly and sometimes impersonates Tonde Burin during occasions requiring both characters.

Supporting characters

/ Prudence Plumm (Saban) / Jean Smith (Philippines dub)

; Charmaine Cordoviz (Philippines dub, episodes 5+)

Masami Yamakawa is Karin’s closest friend and tennis partner who provides support in both romantic and personal matters. She harbors feelings for Hiromi Kashiwagi.

/ Penny Round (Saban) / Suzie (Philippines dub)

; Rowena Raganit (Philippines dub)

Kaoru Hidaka, the shy and charming girl of the class, is talented in cooking and frequently prepares snacks for the soccer team.

/ Lance Romero

Koichi Mizuno, a freshman student and captain of the soccer team, is admired by many girls but secretly has a crush on Tonde Burin.

/ Radford Tammack

Takuma Mushanokoji is a skilled tennis player who likes Karin and is admired by Keiko Kuroha.

/ Harley Hoover

Hiromi Kashiwagi is an adventurous classmate and close friend to Koichi, known for his occasionally blunt comments.

/ Milton Massen

Jimmy Matsumoto, an astronomy and science enthusiast, develops feelings for Kaoru and investigates the true identity of Tonde Burin.

/ Heather Hogwarsh (Saban) / Macy Kramer (Philippines dub)

; Charmaine Cordoviz (Philippines dub, episodes 5+)

Keiko Kuroha, the affluent class president and Karin’s rival, pursues Takuma Mushanokoji while resenting Karin’s presence. She is characterized by her arrogance and penchant for gossip. Her family owns the Kuroha Group corporation. She also displays proficiency in piloting airships.

/ Ken Carlen (Saban) / Vince Adams (Philippines dub)

; Chamaine Cordoviz (Philippines dub, episodes 5+)

Shinichiro Kokubu is Karin’s father and serves as editor-in-chief of the Akebono Times newspaper. He actively investigates stories related to Tonde Burin.

Rikako Kokubu is Karin’s mother and works as a fashion designer.

Shuhei Kokubu, Karin’s nine-year-old brother, is an avid fan of Tonde Burin.

/ Fowley Fatback

Makoto Arashiyama teaches social studies at St. Ringo School and coaches the soccer team. He secretly admires Nanako Tateishi but faces familial pressure to marry.

/ Teacher Jodie (Philippines dub)

(Japanese); Weng Raganit (Philippines dub)

Nanako Tateishi is the well-liked school nurse admired by both students and male faculty members. She sometimes dresses up as Cutey Chao and enjoys watching female professional wrestling.

Kondo Masayoshi coaches tennis at St. Ringo School and competes with Makoto Arashiyama for Nanako Tateishi’s affection.

/ Theodorix Pig

Tonrariano the 2nd is the King of Buringo World and father to Tonrariano the 3rd. Though never seen directly, he oversees his son’s earthly trials through Dream Tonpact and awards Burin pearls as recognition for heroic acts.

Other characters

The Kobuta are small pigs colored red, green, and blue that appear to highlight humorous moments.

Butan is a professional wrestler who dresses as Tonde Burin, adored by fans and serving as a stunt double in film versions.

Goro Tatsumaki leads the Warasuno Junior High soccer team with tactical skill to secure victories. He is the older brother of Hitomi Tatsumaki.

Hitomi Tatsumaki is Goro’s younger sister and a classmate of Shuhei Kokubu.

Kinoshita

Butler and driver for the Kuroha family, serving as Keiko’s only human companion.

Media

Manga

The pilot chapter, titled , was featured in Ciao DX during the Fall of 1993. The series was serialized in Ciao from October 1994 through September 1995. Shogakukan's Flower Comics published the story in three compiled volumes:

• Volume 1, (April 1995)
• Volume 2, (August 1995)
• Volume 3, (October 1995)

Anime

The anime was broadcast on TVB Jade in Hong Kong as well as on Taiwan’s TVBS and TTV networks.

In 1997, an English adaptation called Super Pig was created by Saban Entertainment. This version aired on TV2 in New Zealand, Fox Kids Europe (initially with Dutch subtitles and subsequently a Dutch dub), and Fox Kids channels across Poland and Italy. The Saban-produced dub was also distributed in South America, Germany, Brazil, Russia, Spain, Portugal, and Israel. Additionally, a separate English dub named Super Boink was exclusively shown in the Philippines.

• Openings

1. • Lyricist: Manami Tōno / Composer & Arranger: Tsugumi Kataoka / Vocals: Parquets

• Endings

1. • Lyricist: Manami Tōno / Composer & Arranger: Tsugumi Kataoka / Vocals: Parquets

Saban episode list

No.	Polish title	English title	Dutch title
01	Prosiak nie z tej ziemi	The Little Big Prince	De Biggenprins
02	1:0 dla Superświnki	Score One for Super Pig	1-0 voor Superbig
03	Czysta gra	All’s Fair in Love and Tennis	In liefde en tennis mag alles!
04	Petunia – Szalone Kopytko	The Impigerator	Petunia de worstelaar
05	Szkolna spartakiada	Sport-A-Rama	Sportdag
06	Poszukiwacze zaginionej świnki	Raiders of the Lost Snout	Rovers van de verloren snuit
07	Ramię w ramię z dzielną Ginger	Face To Face	Superbig ontmoet Ginger Flame
08	Biec na zdrowie	Fit To Be Tied	Het dieet
09	Deszczowy wyścig	Racing Against the Rain	Race tegen de regen
10	Super Gwiazda	Super Pig, Superstar	Superbig, superstar!

Japanese original episode list

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