The eighth episode of the new anime series "Yoroiden Samurai Troopers," a sequel to the "Yoroiden Samurai Troopers" series that aired from April 1988 to March 1989, titled "Aikaitora," will be broadcast on TOKYO MX, Kansai TV, and BS11 from February 24th. 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.
Due to the shocking truth left behind by Director Chihara, Kaito is unable to accept his situation. To complete the Overlord, it is not enough to gather the three sacred treasures; the Sword of Conquest must regain its original brilliance. Gai and his friends learn that the power of a certain sacred beast is needed for this, so they visit the zoo with Jun to search for the sacred beast, but Kairai and his friends wake up in an eerie way.
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).
