Orb: On the Movements of the Earth Anime Reveals 25 Episode Run and Key Visual – Hey there anime fans, the highly anticipated anime Orb: On the Movements of the Earth premiered in Japan on October 5, 2024. Produced by the famous animation studio Madhouse, this series is adapted from Uoto’s historical manga. The anime will air for two consecutive seasons, with a total of 25 episodes.
Key Visual and Storyline
Before the premiere, the official website revealed a key visual showing the protagonist Rafal and the other main characters: Badeni, Jolenta, and Oczy, gazing up at a starry sky.
These characters come from different walks of life but share a common passion for the geocentric theory. The visual beautifully captures the grand and emotional story of people willing to risk their lives and beliefs to defend their views on the universe.
Broadcast and Streaming Details
The anime started airing on NHK General TV in Japan at 23:45 (JST) with two episodes back-to-back. Fans worldwide can also catch the show as it streams on Netflix soon after the broadcast.
Main Cast and Crew
- Maaya Sakamoto voices Rafal, the main character.
- Kenjiro Tsuda as Nobak, Show Hayami as Hubert, Katsuyuki Konishi as Oczy, and Yuichi Nakamura as Badeni round out the cast.
The team behind the anime includes:
- Director: Kenichi Shimizu (ALL OUT!!)
- Series Composition: Shingo Irie
- Character Design: Masanori Shino
- Music: Kensuke Ushio
- Sound Director: Kisuke Koizumi
The Manga Behind the Anime
The Orb manga, published by Shogakukan from 2020 to 2022, is set in 15th-century Europe during a time when heretics were persecuted. The story follows Rafal, a young man who values reason and science over theology.
His discoveries about the Earth orbiting the Sun lead him into dangerous conflict with the Inquisition. Years later, two members of the Watch Guild discover Rafal’s hidden knowledge, but they must decide whether to share it or risk their lives. This gripping mix of history and science promises to captivate fans with its deep characters and dramatic plot.
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