TV series
Children of the Whales
Overview
As a magic wielder, young archivist Chakuro knows his time is short, but everything changes when a girl from the outside appears on his island.
Details
- First air date
- 2017-10-08
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 1 season
- Episodes
- 12 episodes
- Genres
- Animation, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Network
- Tokyo MX, KBS Kyoto
- Production
- Bandai Visual, J.C.STAFF
- Country
- JP
- Original language
- JA
Cast
- Yuuichirou Umehara as Ōni (voice)
- Hiroshi Kamiya as Shuan (voice)
- Mikako Komatsu as Ginshu (voice)
- Nobunaga Shimazaki as Suō (voice)
- Manaka Iwami as Rikosu (voice)
- Natsuki Hanae as Chakuro (voice)
- Daiki Yamashita as Ryodari (voice)
- Akira Ishida as Orca
Creators and crew
- Kyohei Ishiguro - Director
- Kyohei Ishiguro - Writer
Episodes
Episode 1: It Was Our Entire World
Chakuro's peaceful life on the Mud Whale is interrupted by the appearance of another island. When they investigate, he finds a girl living there.
Episode 2: Criminals of Fálaina
The rebellious Ouni takes Chakuro and Lykos back to her island. She explains that she's an Apátheia, a soldier who's lost her emotions.
Episode 3: I Don't Care About This World Anymore
The Mud Whale is invaded by the ruthless and mysterious troops of the "Empire." Using magic, Ouni and some of the others begin fighting back.
Episode 4: We and the Mud Whale Will be Committed to the Sand
After naming Suou the new mayor of the Mud Whale, the elders tells him some secrets. Chakuro has a disturbing vision when he meets Neri.
Episode 5: I Don't Want to Run Away
The committee orders the vigilantes to attack the Nous, which Lykos says is the Mud Whale's heart. The island shakes while Ouni fights Shuan.
Episode 6: They Could Kill Someone Tomorrow
The Mud Whale's magic users begin training to use their skills in combat as part of Suou's defense plan, but not everyone is happy with his decision.
Episode 7: I Want to See Your Futures
Imperial forces attack the Mud Whale during a sandstorm. Now Ouni and Lykos must lead the defense squad to fight for the island.
Episode 8: Disappear From This World
Lykos confronts the Imperial forces and Ouni attempts to help her and Chakuro reach the Nous. Shuan and Liontari continue their duel.
Episode 9: I Wish to See What Comes of the Choice You Have Made
Though badly outnumbered, the Mud Whale's defenders continue to fight valiantly. Ouni and Nibi make a last stand against the Imperial forces.
Episode 10: Off on a New Journey
The Mud Whale survivors hold funeral rites for friend and foe alike. Though peace seems to have returned, Lykos warns that her brother won't give up.
Episode 11: Just a Dream
Orca is brought before the military high command for judgment, but he's in no mood to accept their decision. Lykos confronts Rochalízo.
Episode 12: Glad to Be Born Here
Now that they know the truth, the Mud Whale's residents face a decision. Meanwhile, Orca carries out his own plans in the empire.
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