It has been announced that the anime "Record of Ragnarok" will be exclusively distributed worldwide on Netflix starting Thursday, June 17, 2021!
In addition, the second key visual depicting the fierce battle between gods and humans has been released!
In addition, the second promotional video using the latest footage from the anime has also been released!
This promotional video focuses on the representative warriors of both gods and humanity, and depicts the passionate and intense battle between gods and humanity set to the passionate and powerful opening theme "KAMIGAMI" by Maximum the Hormone.
In addition, visuals of three additional characters, as well as cast and narration information, have been released. Landgris will be played by Aya Kawakami, Reginleif by Rina Kawaguchi, and Hristo by Yu Kobayashi. Ishii Koji will also be the narrator.
◆ Character visuals and cast
●Landgris (CV: Aya Kawakami)
Valkyrie<ワルキューレ>The fourth of 13 sisters. Her name means "shield destroyer." Through the "divine weapon forging" technique, in which she sacrifices her own body to become a weapon, she became Lu Bu Fengxian's weapon, the "Fangtianji."
● Reginleif (CV: Rina Kawaguchi)
Valkyrie<ワルキューレ>The seventh of 13 sisters. Her name means "one left behind by the gods." Through the "sacred weapon transmutation" in which she sacrifices her own body to become a weapon, she became Adam's weapon, the "Brass Knuckles."
●Frist (CV: Yu Kobayashi)
Valkyrie<ワルキューレ>The second of 13 sisters. She is the only one among the Valkyries whose names "The Trembling One" and "The Thundering One" coexist. Through the "Sacred Weapon Transmutation" in which she sacrifices her own body to become a weapon, she became Sasaki Kojiro's weapon, "Bizen Nagamitsu Sanjaku Yosun."
◆ Cast comments
Aya Kawakami (role of Landgris)
Q1. Impressions of this work
I thought it was a truly gorgeous piece...!
There are other works that feature mythological and historical figures, but this one really explains the background of each character, so it was very easy to read.
I only vaguely knew the names of some of the characters, but I was getting to know them properly for the first time, so I found myself reading with fascination!
The battles are also super flashy and exciting!!
Q2. What is your impression of the character you are playing and your enthusiasm for the role?
Her speech and behavior give off an air of grace, but at the same time I sensed a strong core.
I think the fact that she forges a sacred artifact in her first fight shows a great deal of resolve.
I tried to act in a way that showed a strong will within her kindness.
●Rina Kawaguchi (voice of Reginleif)
Q1. Impressions of this work
It's so grand! The scale is so huge! That was my first impression. Gods vs humans, does the humans have any chance of winning...? That's what I thought at first, but the humans don't lose! Anyway, I felt it was a passionate work that had me on the edge of my seat and engrossed from beginning to end.
Q2. What is your impression of the character you are playing and your enthusiasm for the role?
This was the first time I'd done voice recording for a named character, Reginleif, so I was really nervous and excited right up until the day of recording.
Reginleif seems very intelligent and reliable, and she's super cool from the first scene she appears in! I tried to expand my image of her by imagining what she's like in real life, which isn't mentioned in the story, as I went into the recording!
●Yu Kobayashi (role of Frist)
Q1. Impressions of this work
I couldn't take my eyes off the tension and clash of souls as they risked their lives.
I was captivated not only by the solitary battle against their opponents, but also against themselves.
The intensity and realism of the battles was amazing, and before you knew it, you were drawn in.
The world view and characters that appear are also very fascinating, and I am always overwhelmed by their power to grab my heart.
I am grateful to have had the opportunity to participate as Mr. Frist.
Q2. What is your impression of the character you are playing and your enthusiasm for the role?
Frist has two meanings and powers: "The Trembling One" and "The Thunderer." He is a beautiful character whose duality, the melancholy and gentle appearance of the Trembling One and the fierce appearance of the Thunderer, is very striking.
The gap between these two sides that switch instantly is wonderful, and the unique range of his personality is very appealing.
I'm happy to have the opportunity to play such a wonderful Frist.
I'll do my best in the role, so I hope you'll enjoy it.
● Yasushi Ishii (narrator)
Q1. Impressions of this work
To be honest, at first I thought, "What an absurd setting." But it makes me want to see this crazy match.
It's impossible. But I want to see it. As I continued reading the original work with this in mind, I was overwhelmed by the power of the images.
I'm looking forward to seeing what the next match will be, and I look forward to future developments.
Q2. What is your impression of the character you are playing and your enthusiasm for the role?
I want to try to maintain the flavor of the original work by finding the right balance between making good use of its power and not overdoing it.
Information
●STREAMING Available worldwide exclusively on Netflix from Thursday, June 17, 2021 ●CAST Brunhilde: Sawashiro Miyuki Gel: Kurosawa Tomoyo Lu Bu Fengxian: Seki Tomokazu Adam: Saito Soma Sasaki Kojiro: Yamaji Kazuhiro Thor: Midorikawa Hikaru Zeus: Takagi Wataru Poseidon: Sakurai Takahiro Hermes: Suwabe Junichi Heimdal: Nozuyama Yukihiro Odin: Hayami Sho Shiva: Suzuki Tatsuhisa Aphrodite: Tanaka Rie Loki: Matsuoka Yoshitsugu Ares: Tadokoro Hinata Hugin: Nakano Taisuke Muninn: Yamaguchi Tomohiro Landgris: Kawakami Aya Reginleif: Kawaguchi Rina Frist: Kobayashi Yu Narration: Ishii Koji ●STAFF Original work: "Record of Ragnarok" [Art] Ajichika [Original work] Umemura Shinya [Composition] Fukui Takumi (Serialized in "Monthly Comic Zenon" / Core Mix) Director: Okubo Masao Series composition: Fudeyasu Kazuyuki Character design: Sato Masaki Sub-character design: Akahori Shigeo, Kawashima Hisashi Color design: Uchibayashi Hiromi Art director: Yamaguchi Shinobu 3D director: Takeyama Ryoichi Director of photography: Masumoto Yukihiro Editor: Tan Ayako Music: Takanashi Koji Sound director: Ebina Yasunori Animation production: Graphinica ●MUSIC Opening theme: Maximum the Hormone "KAMIGAMI" (Warner Music Japan) Ending theme: Shimaji "Fukushi" (Warner Music Japan) ●WEBOfficial website:https://ragnarok-official.com Official Twitter: @ragnarok_PR #RecordOfValkyrie ● Manga "Record of Ragnarok" (serialized in Core Mix's "Monthly Comic Zenon") Illustrations: Ajichika, Original Story: Umemura Shinya, Layout: Fukui Takumi Published by: Core Mix Volumes 1-10 are on sale now! The latest volume, volume 11, is scheduled for release on Friday, June 18th!
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Ⓒ Ajichika, Shinya Umemura, Takumi Fukui/Core Mix, Record of Ragnarok Production Committee