Dog Days
Synopsis: Izumi Shinku, a middle-school boy from Japan gets summoned to the land of Fronaldo. When he arrives at Fronaldo, he becomes aware of the situation at hand. The Republic of Biscotti is being attacked by the Lion Kingdom of Galette; his summoner, Princess Millhiore, then explains that by being summoned he is to become the hero of Biscotti. Now, the only problem is whether or not he will be able to learn the rules of battle in time to defeat his enemies?
Characters: There are towns (2 to be precise and yes pun intended!) full of characters, so I will only be naming the characters I deem important. :)
Shinku Izumi (Hero): Is a 13 year old half-Japanese, half-British boy from Cornwall. He is very athletic and acrobatic and loves sports. He has a cheerful and straightforward personality and always goes at his own pace.
As the appointed hero, he is granted the Divine Sword of Biscotti, "Palladion". Palladion, despite being a sword, can assume different forms according to it's owners preference. Shinku can also fire destructive energy beams from the tip of Palladion as well.
The People of Fronaldo
Republic of Biscotti:
Millhiore Firianno Biscotti: Is the 13 year old Princess of Biscotti. She has a gentle and hardworking personality and despite being a young and inexperienced leader, she is loved by everyone in the nation. She, too, wields a Divine Sword. Her swords name is "Excelide" and it is the pair to Shinku's Palladion.
She chose to summon Shinku after watching him take part in the Iron Athletics on Earth, but was unaware that a summoned hero cannot return to his home world.
Eclair Martinozzi: Is the 14 year old female Knight of Biscotti as well as the captain of the Imperial Guards unit. She has been training as a knight since childhood, and is proficient in dual-sword wielding. On top of dual-sword fighting, she has the ability to unleash shock waves from her blade.
She holds a great admiration for Millhiore and respects her entirely, therefore when Shinku appears and goes against all that she holds dear, she constantly clashes with him. She is the complete opposite of Shinku but yet she is also very tsundere towards him.
Ricotta Elmar: Is the Chief Researcher of the National Research School of Biscotti. She is an extremely intelligent individual who is friendly at the same time.
She is hard working and is always intrigued by machinery that she does not know about. When something peeks her interest she tries to analyze it, even going as far as taking it apart.
While Shinku's stay in Biscotti, she tries to find a way for him to return home.
Galette Lion Dominion
Leonmichelli Galette des Rois: Is the 16 year old leader and Princess of Galette. She is a brave warrior and uses heavy armor and weapons in battle. She is the owner of the Demonic Battleaxe "Grand Vert" and the Divine Sword "Ex Machina".
During their childhood, Leonmichelli and Millhiore were very close friends until Leonmichelli learns of Millhiore's tragic destiny and begins to avoid her.
Witnessing Millhiore and Shinku's death (through star-gazing powers) in the near future, she desperately tries to avoid it at all costs, hence the alarming rate in which she initiates war with Biscotti.
Sequel
Shinku Izumi (Hero): Is a 13 year old half-Japanese, half-British boy from Cornwall. He is very athletic and acrobatic and loves sports. He has a cheerful and straightforward personality and always goes at his own pace.
As the appointed hero, he is granted the Divine Sword of Biscotti, "Palladion". Palladion, despite being a sword, can assume different forms according to it's owners preference. Shinku can also fire destructive energy beams from the tip of Palladion as well.
The People of Fronaldo
Republic of Biscotti:
Millhiore Firianno Biscotti: Is the 13 year old Princess of Biscotti. She has a gentle and hardworking personality and despite being a young and inexperienced leader, she is loved by everyone in the nation. She, too, wields a Divine Sword. Her swords name is "Excelide" and it is the pair to Shinku's Palladion.
She chose to summon Shinku after watching him take part in the Iron Athletics on Earth, but was unaware that a summoned hero cannot return to his home world.
What will become of the two as the season progresses? ;)
Eclair Martinozzi: Is the 14 year old female Knight of Biscotti as well as the captain of the Imperial Guards unit. She has been training as a knight since childhood, and is proficient in dual-sword wielding. On top of dual-sword fighting, she has the ability to unleash shock waves from her blade.
She holds a great admiration for Millhiore and respects her entirely, therefore when Shinku appears and goes against all that she holds dear, she constantly clashes with him. She is the complete opposite of Shinku but yet she is also very tsundere towards him.
(Maybe it's love!)
Ricotta Elmar: Is the Chief Researcher of the National Research School of Biscotti. She is an extremely intelligent individual who is friendly at the same time.
She is hard working and is always intrigued by machinery that she does not know about. When something peeks her interest she tries to analyze it, even going as far as taking it apart.
While Shinku's stay in Biscotti, she tries to find a way for him to return home.
Galette Lion Dominion
Leonmichelli Galette des Rois: Is the 16 year old leader and Princess of Galette. She is a brave warrior and uses heavy armor and weapons in battle. She is the owner of the Demonic Battleaxe "Grand Vert" and the Divine Sword "Ex Machina".
During their childhood, Leonmichelli and Millhiore were very close friends until Leonmichelli learns of Millhiore's tragic destiny and begins to avoid her.
Witnessing Millhiore and Shinku's death (through star-gazing powers) in the near future, she desperately tries to avoid it at all costs, hence the alarming rate in which she initiates war with Biscotti.
Sequel
Dog Days': Three months after Shinku's journey to Fronaldo, he gets summoned once again, this time bringing his best friend Rebecca and his cousin/athlete rival Nanami with him.
A new threat against Galette and Biscotti has appeared! Who could it be? Will the countries of Fronaldo be able to overcome a three-way war? And will the heroes of each country be able to adapt to their new roles?
A new threat against Galette and Biscotti has appeared! Who could it be? Will the countries of Fronaldo be able to overcome a three-way war? And will the heroes of each country be able to adapt to their new roles?
Characters:
Heroes
Rebecca Anderson: Is Shinku's classmate and close friend. They are so close that she is the one who understands him the most and usually feels lonely when he is not around.
She has a love for fashion, games, manga, and fantasy-themed novels.
When in Flonyard, she is scouted by Couvert to join the Principality of Pastillage as their hero. Upon accepting Couvert's offer, she receives the Divine Sword of Pastillage, "Mercurius".
In Becky's hands, Mercurius, transforms into a broom-like rocket which she can use to fly. It can also become an energy rifle. Along with Mercurius, she is also given a deck of cards imbued with various types of offensive magic.
Nanami Takatsuki: Is Shinku's older cousin and an acquaintance of Becky's. She is summoned to Fronaldo by Leonmichelli to serve as a heroine under her in Season Two.
She wields the Divine Sword "Ex Machina". It, too, can assume any form but Nanami's preference is that of a staff. She can also create ice skates from Ex Machina, allowing her to glide on and manipulate water.
Principality of Pastillage
Couvert Eschenbach Pastillage: She is the First Princess of Pastillage and is still in training as her country's next ruler.
Upon meeting Becky, Couvert recognizes her as a kindred spirit. The fact that she is looking up to and wanting to be on par with Shinku and Nanami despite not being as athletic as them, reminds Couvert of herself towards Leonmichelli and Millhiore. Because of their similar paths Couvert successfully invites Becky to be her heroine.
Couvert posses the Heavenly Spear "Coumars". Contrary to its name, Coumars is actually a gun, which Couvert uses as a one-handed Crystal-tech gun while flying on a magic carpet.
In all reality, at first I just picked this anime because I had nothing else to watch. I thought the premise of it was going to be childish but I decided to watch it anyways. In the end, I liked it. Its your classic tale of a country in need of a hero during their time of war but with a twist.
Heroes
Rebecca Anderson: Is Shinku's classmate and close friend. They are so close that she is the one who understands him the most and usually feels lonely when he is not around.
(What would you say about a love triangle?)
She has a love for fashion, games, manga, and fantasy-themed novels.
When in Flonyard, she is scouted by Couvert to join the Principality of Pastillage as their hero. Upon accepting Couvert's offer, she receives the Divine Sword of Pastillage, "Mercurius".
In Becky's hands, Mercurius, transforms into a broom-like rocket which she can use to fly. It can also become an energy rifle. Along with Mercurius, she is also given a deck of cards imbued with various types of offensive magic.
Nanami Takatsuki: Is Shinku's older cousin and an acquaintance of Becky's. She is summoned to Fronaldo by Leonmichelli to serve as a heroine under her in Season Two.
She wields the Divine Sword "Ex Machina". It, too, can assume any form but Nanami's preference is that of a staff. She can also create ice skates from Ex Machina, allowing her to glide on and manipulate water.
Principality of Pastillage
Couvert Eschenbach Pastillage: She is the First Princess of Pastillage and is still in training as her country's next ruler.
Upon meeting Becky, Couvert recognizes her as a kindred spirit. The fact that she is looking up to and wanting to be on par with Shinku and Nanami despite not being as athletic as them, reminds Couvert of herself towards Leonmichelli and Millhiore. Because of their similar paths Couvert successfully invites Becky to be her heroine.
Couvert posses the Heavenly Spear "Coumars". Contrary to its name, Coumars is actually a gun, which Couvert uses as a one-handed Crystal-tech gun while flying on a magic carpet.
In all reality, at first I just picked this anime because I had nothing else to watch. I thought the premise of it was going to be childish but I decided to watch it anyways. In the end, I liked it. Its your classic tale of a country in need of a hero during their time of war but with a twist.
*SPOILERS*
In both seasons of Dog Days Shinku and Milhi express feelings of love for each other; however, the nature of their feelings is not made clear.
(Whomp Whomp!)
In Season Two, Rebecca also confesses her love to Shinku and he also replies that he loves her but yet again it is not made clear whether its the love of a friend or of a partner. :{
Even Eclair and Shinku get some action in Season Two. Eclair, by accident, ends up kissing Shinku in one of their many battles!
What will happen to this love triangle?
There's only one way to find out! ;)
Enjoy!
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