The anime adaptation of Koyoshi Nakayoshi’s manga, The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World, has officially launched its English dub, and the voice cast is packed with talent. Crunchyroll began streaming the English dub on Sunday, February 2nd, bringing the vibrant world and characters to a new audience.
From Sentai to Sword and Sorcery: The Premise
The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World offers a fresh spin on the isekai genre. The story follows Tōgo Asagaki, also known as Kizuna Red, the leader of the Super Sentai team, Kizuna Five. During a fierce battle against the evil Break-Up King, Tōgo sacrifices himself to ensure his team’s victory. However, fate has other plans, and he is reborn in a fantastical world, far removed from his previous life.
Stranded and unable to return home, Tōgo embraces his new reality. He partners with Yihdra Arvoln, a determined sorceress seeking to restore her family’s honor. He also encounters Princess Teltina Liz Wagrel Alvarost, who is committed to protecting her people from demon seeds, and her bodyguard, Lowji Mist, who is initially resentful of Tōgo. He continues his pursuit of justice, transforming into Kizuna Red to help those in need. This new world presents challenges that test his courage and leadership in unexpected ways.
The English Dub Cast: A Team of Talented Voices
The English dub cast brings a new layer of depth to the characters, promising an engaging experience for viewers. Here’s a breakdown of the key cast members:
- Ethan Condon as Red/Tōgo Asagaki/Kizuna Red: Condon takes on the lead role, voicing the Red Ranger himself.
- Natalie Van Sistine as Yihdra Arvoln: Van Sistine lends her voice to the sorceress Yihdra.
- R Bruce Elliott as Poseidon: Elliott voices the character Poseidon.
- Cris George as Break-Up King: George brings the villainous Break-Up King to life.
- Daniel Van Thomas as Male Morpher Voice: Van Thomas voices the Male Morpher.
- Xan Cramer as Green/Shuji Kataoka/Kizuna Green: Cramer voices the Green Ranger.
- Celeste Perez as Pink/Tsukasa Aizawa/Kizuna Pink: Perez voices the Pink Ranger.
- Landon McDonald as Blue/Nagare Banjoji/Kizuna Blue: McDonald voices the Blue Ranger.
- Krystal LaPorte as Yellow/Emily Tobihoshi/Kizuna Yellow: LaPorte voices the Yellow Ranger.
Behind the Scenes:
- Voice Director: Lee George
- Producer: Zach Bolton
- Adaptation: Macy Anne Johnson
- Mixer: Matt Grounds
- Engineer: Sawyer Pfledderer
What to Expect: A Blend of Genres
The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World combines elements of several popular genres, creating a unique viewing experience.
- Isekai: The core of the story revolves around the protagonist being transported to another world, a common trope in isekai anime.
- Adventure: Tōgo’s journey through the new world is filled with exploration, challenges, and battles.
- Comedy: The series incorporates humor, often stemming from the clash between Tōgo’s superhero persona and the fantastical setting.
- Action: As expected from a series featuring a Power Ranger-esque character, there’s plenty of action and fight scenes.
- Fantasy: The world is populated with magic, mythical creatures, and elements of classic fantasy.
A Promising Start: Initial Reception
The series has garnered attention for its unique premise and blend of genres. Some viewers have praised the show for its originality within the isekai landscape. The combination of superhero tropes with a fantasy setting offers a refreshing take on both genres.
Other Anime to Watch
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Kaiju No. 8
Kaiju No. 8 is another highly anticipated anime series. The first season aired from April 13 to June 29, 2024, and a second season is scheduled to premiere in July 2025. The series follows Kafka Hibino, a man who gains the ability to transform into a Kaiju.
About Kaiju No. 8
Kafka Hibino works as a cleaner disposing of Kaiju carcasses after they have been eliminated by the Anti-Kaiju Defense Force, a military organization that protects Japan from Kaiju. The first season of the anime adaptation of Naoyo Matsumoto’s manga was released in July of last year. A second season of the show was announced not long after the release of season 1, with a vague 2025 date set for the show’s sophomore season. Now, Toho Animation has announced that season 2 of Kaiju No. 8 will be released in July of 2025.
Kaiju No. 8 Production
Produced by Production I.G. with Studio Khara supervising the kaiju designs and artworks, the anime series was announced in August 2022. The series is directed by Shigeyuki Miya and Tomomi Kamiya with scripts written by Ichiro Okouchi, character designs and chief animation direction by Tetsuya Nishio, art direction by Shinji Kimura, monster designs by Mahiro Maeda and music composed by Yuta Bandoh.
