Kinnikuman II Sei: Ultimate Muscle

キン肉マンII世 ULTIMATE MUSCLE / Kinnikuman Nisei: Ultimate Muscle
Kinnikuman II Sei: Ultimate Muscle
Themes: Combat Sports
Genres: Combat Sports, Comedy, Sci-Fi, Sports
Licensors: Discotek Media
Source: manga
Age Rating: PG 13
Studios: Toei Animation
Type: tv
Rating: 6.95 / 10
Rank: #4717
Popularity: #7303
Users Listed: 8,817
Users Scored: 4,327
NSFW: No
Last Updated: 10/08/2023
Aired: April 8, 2004 – July 1, 2004 (Spring)
Episodes: 13

Synopsis:

Mantaro, known as Kid Muscle, finds himself drawn into the world of the Chojin Crown, a rigorous martial arts tournament steeped in tradition. Initially hesitant, he agrees to participate, navigating a series of demanding trials designed to weed out weaker contenders. The tournament setting emphasizes physical endurance and strategic combat, forcing Mantaro to confront opponents with diverse skillsets and unorthodox fighting styles.

The anime explores themes of self-improvement and the pursuit of strength beyond brute force. While the competition is intense, it also highlights camaraderie amongst fellow participants who share a dedication to honing their abilities. Viewers can expect a blend of action sequences grounded in realistic martial arts principles alongside character development focused on Mantaro’s growth as a fighter and his evolving understanding of his own potential.

Episodes:

Episode 1: The Chojin Crown Resumes
Aired: April 8, 2004
Episode 2: Finally The Finals! (Part 1 of 3)
Aired: April 15, 2004
Episode 3: Kid Goes Hollywood (Part 2 of 3)
Aired: April 25, 2004
Episode 4: The Final Flush (Part 3 of 3)
Aired: April 29, 2004
Episode 5: The Inner Light
Aired: May 6, 2004
Episode 6: Double Trouble (Part 1 of 3)
Aired: May 13, 2004
Episode 7: Biting the Hand That Needs Him (Part 2 of 3)
Aired: May 20, 2004
Episode 8: Tackle That Twosome! (Part 3 of 3)
Aired: May 27, 2004
Episode 9: The Stealth Chojin
Aired: June 3, 2004
Episode 10: Send In The Clones (Part 1 of 2)
Aired: June 10, 2004
Episode 11: He Who Laughs Last (Part 2 of 2)
Aired: June 17, 2004
Episode 12: The Beast Within (Part 1 of 2)
Aired: June 24, 2004
Episode 13: The Face Of Evil (Part 2 of 2)
Aired: July 1, 2004

Characters:

Alexandria Meat Main
Voice Actors: Yoshida, Konami, Stocchi, Roberto
Kinniku, Mantarou Main
Voice Actors: Onosaka, Masaya, De Flaviis, Fabrizio
Announcer Yoshigai Supporting
Voice Actors: Ohba, Mahito, Stuart, Eric, Bellia, Teo
Barrierfreeman Supporting
Voice Actors: Kawazu, Yasuhiko, Shimada, Bin, Lewis, Ted, Grayson, Wayne
Benkiman Supporting
Voice Actors: Yamazaki, Takumi
Brocken Jr. Supporting
Voice Actors: Kawazu, Yasuhiko, Grayson, Wayne
Check Mate Supporting
Voice Actors: Toochika, Kouichi, Bulckaen, Francesco, Grayson, Wayne
Destruction Supporting
Voice Actors: Nomura, Kenji, Abbey, Greg
Gazelleman Supporting
Voice Actors: Masutani, Yasunori, Stuart, Eric, Valenti, Daniele
Ilioukhine Supporting
Voice Actors: Toochika, Kouichi, Blaustein, Maddie
Jade Supporting
Voice Actors: Nojima, Kenji, Grayson, Wayne, Palumbo, Antonio
Jijimman Supporting
Voice Actors: Nagasako, Takashi
Keiko Supporting
Voice Actors: Nonaka, Ai, Vulcano, Monica
Kevin Mask Supporting
Voice Actors: Okiayu, Ryoutarou, Iansante, Christian
Legox Supporting
Voice Actors: Egawa, Hisao
Maekawa, Tamaki Supporting
Voice Actors: Kiuchi, Reiko, Bomba, Federica, Shin, Na-ri
Muscle, Jacqueline Supporting
Voice Actors: Noda, Junko, Delaney, Kathleen
Muscle, Ikemen Supporting
Voice Actors: Inada, Tetsu, Wyman, Oliver, Angrisano, Alberto
Muscle, Harabote Supporting
Voice Actors: Nomura, Kenji, Biagioni, Dante
Nakano, Kazuo Supporting
Voice Actors: Tatsuta, Naoki, Colombo, Ambrogio
Nikaidou, Rinko Supporting
Voice Actors: Orikasa, Fumiko, Paolelli, Rachele
Pashango Supporting
Voice Actors: Asou, Tomohisa
Pri-Clun Supporting
Voice Actors: Yamazaki, Takumi
Ricardo Supporting
Voice Actors: Morikawa, Toshiyuki, Grayson, Wayne
Sakura Supporting
Voice Actors: Kiuchi, Reiko
Sasaki, Yoneo Supporting
Voice Actors: Takemoto, Eiji
Seiuchin Supporting
Voice Actors: Yamazaki, Takumi, Rinaldi, Massimo
Terry the Kid Supporting
Voice Actors: Morikawa, Toshiyuki, Crescentini, Stefano, Abbey, Greg
The Skyscraper Supporting
Voice Actors: Masutani, Yasunori, Noda, Junko, Abbey, Greg
Tomokazu Supporting
Voice Actors: Nomura, Kenji
Warsman Supporting
Voice Actors: Takemoto, Eiji
Wash Ass Supporting
Voice Actors: Nagasako, Takashi

Staff:

Washio, Takashi
(Producer)
Komura, Toshiaki
(Director, Episode Director)
Hiroshima, Hideki
(Episode Director, Storyboard)
Oyunamu
(Episode Director, Storyboard)
Rissen, Hirotoshi
(Episode Director, Storyboard)
Ueda, Yoshihiro
(Episode Director)
Hiro, Masaki
(Script)
Yamada, Kenichi
(Script)
Gotou, Masahiro
(Editing)
Hakamada, Yuuji
(Animation Director, Chief Animation Director)
Itojima, Masahiko
(Animation Director)
Murakami, Naoki
(Animation Director)
Notake, Hiroyuki
(Animation Director)
Satou, Masaki
(Character Design)
Watanabe, Akira
(Animation Director)
Yanase, Yuuji
(Animation Director)
Yudetamago
(Original Creator)

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Related Anime/Manga:

  • Kinnikuman II Sei (anime - Prequel)
  • Kinnikuman II Sei: Ultimate Muscle 2 (anime - Sequel)
  • Kinnikuman II Sei: Second Generations (anime - Side Story)