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Saiyuki is one of several anime versions of "The Journey to the West," but it's a quirky, off-the-wall retelling the author of the original Chinese novel might not recognize. These episodes begin exploring the pasts of the main characters and their relation to the world of the story. The evil Gyukumen Koushu wants to resurrect the demon-lord Gyumoah, but she needs the two sutras Genjo Sanzo carries with him to accomplish it. Gyukumen sends Kougaiji, Dokugakuji, and two female demons, Lirin and Yaone, to attack Genjo's crew and capture the sutras. One of the sinister doctors serving Gyukumen sends a crab-monste
Saiyuki is one of several anime versions of "The Journey to the West," but it's a quirky, off-the-wall retelling the author of the original Chinese novel might not recognize. These episodes begin exploring the pasts of the main characters and their relation to the world of the story. The evil Gyukumen Koushu wants to resurrect the demon-lord Gyumoah, but she needs the two sutras Genjo Sanzo carries with him to accomplish it. Gyukumen sends Kougaiji, Dokugakuji, and two female demons, Lirin and Yaone, to attack Genjo's crew and capture the sutras. One of the sinister doctors serving Gyukumen sends a crab-monster to interrupt the battle, causing the rival warriors to ally and gain respect for each other. The mystical overtones, numerous anachronisms, and vaguely Chinese settings recall the more light-hearted Soul Hunter. (Rated 15 and older: violence, profanity, risqué humor, tobacco and alcohol use) --Charles Solomon
The future of the world is at stake as Sanzo and his eccentric band of travelers continues west to prevent the revival of the Gyumaoh. But first, Sanzo must confront his past when he meets a demon killer, called Rikudo, with great Talismanic powers. Is he friend or foe? Next, a mysterious fortune teller predicts death for a member of their party. Whose future does he see? The answer may come when they battle Gyumaoh's son, Kougaiji. In the meantime, a group of imposters has been passing themselves off as the Sanzo Party. But with Sanzo's fame, comes Sanzo's burden. It's five more demon-filled episodes, journeying on where the first volume left off. Don't be left behind!
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Manufacturer: Adv Films
Release date: 10 June 2003
Number of discs: 1
EAN: 0702727033728 UPC: 702727033728
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