The fifth episode, "Shindonushi," of the new anime series "Yoroiden Samurai Troopers," which is the official sequel to the "Yoroiden Samurai Troopers" series that aired on TV from April 1988 to March 1989, will be broadcast on TOKYO MX, Kansai TV, and BS11 from February 3rd. This is the first new anime in about 35 years since the OVA "Yoroiden Samurai Troopers MESSAGE" released in 1991, and it is also attracting attention as it is the first time a TV anime series has been broadcast in about 37 years.
The evil emperor, Ramaga, finally appears before Kai and his friends. Faced with his overwhelming power, Kai and his friends are unable to even approach him. Ryusei arrives late to help Kai and his friends, and together with Shion, the Samurai Troopers launch a counterattack. They break through the barrier protecting Ramaga and confront Gai and his friends.
The new work is a completely original story set in present-day Shinjuku, and will be directed by Yoichi Fujita, known for "Gintama" and "Mr. Osomatsu," with series composition and scriptwriting by Shogo Muto, known for "Kamen Rider Build," "Crows Zero," and "Thermae Romae." It will be produced by Sunrise and will be split into two seasons.
"Samurai Troopers" is an anime produced by Sunrise, depicting five boys who possess "Yoroigia" (armored armor) who are brought together by fate to fight against the evil army led by the evil emperor Arago. The TV anime aired from April 1988 to March 1989, and due to its popularity an OVA was also produced. "Samurai Troopers Gaiden" was released in 1989, "Samurai Troopers: Legend of the Bright Emperor" was released from 1989 to 1990, and "Samurai Troopers: Message" was released in 1991. A comic book adaptation by Hoshino Ryuichi was serialized in "Comic Bonbon" (Kodansha).
