Fall 1998 Anime

Yukino Miyazawa serves as the female class representative and is the most admired freshman girl at her high school. Excelling in both academics and athletics while maintaining an elegant and sociable demeanor, she has been the subject of admiration throughout her life. However, beneath this facade, she is extremely vain and works tirelessly to uphold her high grades, athletic prowess, and polished image. Her greatest desire is to be the focus of attention and praise—which is why she despises Souichirou Arima, the male class representative and the only person more accomplished than her. From the first day of high school, she has tried in vain to steal the spotlight from her new rival. Finally, on the midterm exams, Yukino achieves the top score, surpassing Souichirou. To her surprise, he congratulates her on her success, making her question her own deceptive ways. When Souichirou confesses his feelings for her, Yukino rejects him and boasts about it at home with only a slight twinge of regret. Yet the next day, Souichirou arrives at Yukino's house to deliver a CD and witnesses her true, unrestrained self; armed with this secret, he blackmails her into helping him finish his student council duties. Forced to spend time with Souichirou, Yukino discovers that she is not the only one hiding secrets.

Six years prior, a catastrophic incident occurred at the Tower of Fang magic school concerning the magical sword Baltanders and the sorcerer Azalie. Because Azalie could not master the blade’s power, they were transformed into a massive dragon known as Bloody August. Krilancelo, a young magician at the Tower who held deep affection for Azalie, was disgusted by the elders’ refusal to save Azalie and their desire to erase the accident from history. Enraged by their indifference, Krilancelo vowed to restore Azalie to their original form. He abandoned the name Krilancelo, adopting the name Orphen instead, and left the Tower and his magical studies behind to roam the world.

Following a catastrophic earthquake, Tokyo was rapidly reconstructed thanks to humanoid robots called boomers, which now serve as inexpensive labor. Genom Corporation, the creator of these machines, has amassed immense wealth and expanded its influence into space. However, neural malfunctions are causing some boomers to go berserk, leading to violent rampages that destroy property and kill humans. In response, Tokyo established the Advanced Police to handle boomer-related incidents, while rumors persist of a shadowy vigilante group known as the Knight Sabers. Eager to investigate this unit, the adventurous Linna Yamazaki travels to Tokyo to meet her idols. There, she encounters the mysterious singer Priscilla Asagiri, the sleek entrepreneur Sylia Stingray, and the energetic Nene Romanova, who have united for their own reasons. As the conflict escalates, the girls discover that the boomer crisis runs far deeper than they ever imagined.

Taichi Keaton tackles cases across the world, each one leading to fresh adventure. Drawing on his wide-ranging skills in investigation, archaeology, and survival, along with his time as a professor, a Falklands War veteran, and an SAS agent, he solves the perilous and thrilling challenges that come his way in every episode.

Fudo Jun is a famous supermodel adored by many, but she harbors a hidden truth she herself is initially unaware of: flowing through her veins are the genes representing humanity's next evolutionary stage—the same blood as the beastly superhumans terrorizing the city. Unlike the others, however, Jun has managed to cling to her humanity. She is recruited by the enigmatic Asuka Ran, a member of a covert government organization dedicated to controlling—if not eradicating—these berserk destroyers of mankind. As Devilman Lady, Jun must now hunt down and eliminate her own kind, yet the question remains: how much longer can she hold onto her sanity in a situation she never chose?

As the 21st century begins, Japan finds itself in a period of financial and political decline. Seeking to rejuvenate the country, the military develops a new generation of battlefield weapons—mechanical suits called Tactical Armor (TA). While these suits offer greatly enhanced mobility, they impose severe strain on their operators, and only a select few can manage them effectively. Yuushirou Gouwa is one such gifted pilot, possessing a rare natural skill for controlling these machines. As the fourth son of the influential Gouwa family, he is well acquainted with the reach of powerful authority. His prowess and understanding of the TAs are soon put to the test when other nations and factions race to create their own combat-ready versions of the technology. Matters take a grim turn when Yuushirou encounters a mysterious girl, who warns him about the future that could unfold if he awakens a "terror." Though he attempts to follow her advice, his own family may be more deeply entwined in the escalating conflict than they reveal.

Set a few months after the events of the Saber Marionette J OVA, this new chapter in the Saber Marionette saga follows Otaru and his devoted, possessive marionette girls as they face fresh challenges. The villainous Faust has returned, once again meddling with forbidden Marionette technology. The Saber Dolls reappear, caught between their budding affection for Otaru and their unshakable allegiance to Faust. Can Otaru, Lime, Cherry, and Bloodberry thwart Faust a second time, or will they all end up on the scrap heap?

Ryo, Gawl, and Koji are three youths who journey to the past with a single goal: to alter the course of history. In their own era, they discover that their nation, Kubere, employs genetically enhanced individuals known as generators as military weapons. These generators trigger the Third War, which wipes out most of humanity. So Koji, Ryo, and Gawl have arrived to prevent those events from happening.

In the 25th century, a dark lord has contaminated history with time-devices that could cause irreversible damage. Genshi and his father once lived in prehistoric times before being fossilized. After their discovery, Genshi is restored to his original state. With assistance from his father, a boy named Tony, and a girl named Sara, he must journey through time to return the time-devices to the land of time and save history.

Tasuke Shichiri's friends are jealous of him—since his parents are always traveling, he gets to do whatever he likes. To keep him from feeling lonely, his father sends him a surprising present: a strange ring called the shitenrin. From it emerges a moon goddess named Shaorin, who is devoted to protecting her "master"—no matter how big a mess she makes in the process.

Based on a four-panel comic, this anime keeps the same fast pace by tracking its regular cast of vivid characters through separate but interconnected story lines in each episode. From Ms. Shitara's persistent yet always futile sexual pursuit of young Takagi to the exploits of the heroicly foolish but endearing Sushi Cat, you will be baffled by the sheer silliness but end up laughing for that very reason.

Fuguno Matsuo has spent all 24 years of his life without a girlfriend, and a fortune teller's prediction that he never will only adds to his misery. Everything changes when he catches sight of Nagisa-sensei and falls head over heels, immediately beginning to court her earnestly. Into this situation steps Hamaoka, a coworker who has developed a crush on Fuguno, leading to the formation of a love triangle.

After a great and terrible war, Haruka is the last surviving human on Earth. Even though humanity is gone, she is not alone—advanced robots survived the apocalypse, and five of them live with and care for her: Spike, a boyish android deeply attached to her; Trigger, hot-tempered and fond of firearms; Cleric, the intelligent problem solver; Reeves, whose thoughtfulness masks his intimidating appearance; and Angela, a sword-wielding recluse who avoids humans. They reside in a high-rise building at the city center, where Haruka leads a fairly peaceful life with her mechanical family. But her life is far from stable. Resources are scarce, and violent remnant robots from the war roam free, ready to destroy anyone they meet. Kurogane Communication follows Haruka as she tries to survive in an apocalyptic world, facing many dangers that challenge her daily life.

Bolt Crank, the World's Greatest Mercenary, continues his exploits. His unique ability lets him consume any object, particularly metal and weapons, and later materialize those items from his right hand when needed.

Despite possessing natural talent in multiple athletic disciplines, Shunichi Domoto lacks genuine enthusiasm for any of them—until he stumbles into the realm of competitive yo-yo play. The turning point arrives when Shunichi's companion, Beso Kimura, forfeits his yo-yo in a match against schoolyard bully Benkei Musashimaru. Though he has no experience, Shunichi finally agrees to help Beso recover his property. After three days of training, Shunichi faces Benkei and, against expectations, defeats the fairly skilled opponent. Victory convinces Shunichi that yo-yo is simple to conquer and that he can effortlessly dominate anything he decides to tackle. However, a crushing defeat at the hands of prodigious yo-yo master Seito Hojoin demolishes his pride. That humbling loss stirs a fire within Shunichi, and he resolves to overcome Seito at Japan's national Yo-yo Championship.

Esumi Fuuka is an elementary school student who stands 163 cm tall with a slender physique. Although her adult-like figure suggests she is a university undergraduate, she actually possesses the mindset of a young child. This stark contrast between her physical appearance and her mental maturity leads to numerous misunderstandings surrounding her.

The story takes place in Steam City, a metropolis reminiscent of London where coal and steam power drive all of civilization. The city is often shrouded in a mist generated by the steam, which villains exploit to conceal themselves and carry out their nefarious schemes. Only a brave few dare to venture into the depths of this steamy fog. These individuals are known as the Steam Detectives: Narutaki, armed with his convertible all-purpose pistol; his nurse-assistant Lingling; and his Megamaton robot, Gohliki.

Licca Kayama considers herself an ordinary ten-year-old girl residing in a tranquil Japanese neighborhood with her mother and grandmother, spending her days at school and hanging out with friends. However, her guardians have concealed a crucial truth: she is actually a princess of the secret Doll Kingdom. During a school trip to a local museum, Licca and her classmates are ambushed by the menacing Scarecrow and his subordinates. Hired by the villainous new leaders of the Doll Kingdom, these evil followers will use every magical trick available to capture the young princess. Licca’s sole salvation arrives in the form of the Doll Knights, former powerful protectors of the royal family who now stand as the only force capable of combating the darkness that has overtaken her ancestral home.

The story unfolds after Prince Pietro, the half-human, half-dragon ruler of Popolocrois, fends off another failed invasion attempt by the villainous GamiGami. A mysterious girl named Hyuu emerges in the woods surrounding Popolocrois Castle, setting off a new adventure for Pietro, his sorceress companion Narcia, and their entire group of friends. This narrative takes place in the timeline following the events of the original Popolocrois game.

Kaihei is an ordinary high school boy who learns that his late grandfather has bequeathed him the role of chairman at St. Luminous Mission High School, an all-girls institution. As the sole male student on campus, he finds himself responsible for enforcing school regulations, overseeing daily activities, and meting out discipline. Shortly after his arrival, however, it becomes apparent that a student has vanished. Kaihei, together with his closest companions, resolves to uncover the truth behind the disappearance—without involving the local authorities—before graduation arrives.

In the Heian period, roughly one thousand years ago, a young noble boy named Ojarumaru grows weary of his sheltered, luxurious life. Meanwhile, three demons steal the power-stick belonging to Enma, the demon king, only to later misplace it. Ojarumaru discovers the stick and uses it to travel to the present day. There, he becomes friends with a boy named Kazuma and is taken in by Kazuma's family. As time passes, Ojarumaru forms many new friendships while evading the comedic attempts of the three demons—Akane, Kisuke, and Aobee—to reclaim the stick.

Haruka Nishikikoji is a portly physician who never has any luck attracting women. Fate intervenes when he secures a post as a doctor at an elementary school, where his workplace is perched atop the building's roof and the actual clinic resembles a medieval castle. Just as everything appears to be heading downhill, a surprise arrives: his first love, Koizumi Miyuki, applies to become his soon-to-be nurse.

Matsuzawa-sensei’s debut work features an elite soldier nicknamed the God of Death who gets reassigned to the PaPaRa Army, a unit notorious for its brilliant yet absurdly eccentric members. The story lacks a serious narrative, relying entirely on comedy, slapstick violence, and sheer absurdity.

Born from the cosmic fires, Kongo is a stone monkey magically brought to life. Driven by an insatiable thirst for knowledge and greatness, he departs his “family” on Flower Fruit Mountain to seek ancient wisdom. Not satisfied with just studying the mystical arts, Kongo masters the Jet Cloud, his first great weapon. This power grants him control over the air, allowing him to return to his adopted home just in time to stop humans from seizing the monkeys’ ancestral land. Using his new abilities and wisdom, Kongo defeats the invaders and crowns himself King of Flower Fruit Mountain. However, the gods in the Celestial Heavens are unsettled by a monkey ruling over humans. Deeming this unacceptable, they decide to teach the monkeys a lesson and launch an attack against Kongo and all the monkeys on Flower Fruit Mountain.

A foolish clumsy angel came to the human world to help a very unlucky boy. But more accidents are then created...

Based on a manga by Fujinami Toshihiko, serialized in Weekly Spa! between 1998 and 1999.

A children's series about the daily lives of funny insects.

Special episode of <i>Kochira Katsushikaku Kameari Kouenmae Hashutsujo</i> broadcast after episodes 98 and 99 of the TV series in a long block.