Mysterious Play

Two girls, Miaka and Yui, are transported to ancient China through a magical book, where they become entangled in a quest to summon celestial warriors and their respective gods.

CHARACTERS

Tamahome

Loyal, strong Suzaku warrior Tamahome, initially greedy but deeply caring, fights to protect Miaka and his family.

Portrayed by Kumai Motoko, Midorikawa Hikaru

Nuriko

Powerful, compassionate warrior, initially disguised as a woman to honor his deceased sister, secretly loves Miaka.

Portrayed by Sakamoto Chika

Tasuki

A hot-headed, yet loyal, Celestial Warrior; skilled in combat, fiercely protective of friends, and secretly loves Miaka.

Portrayed by Canna Nobutoshi

Miaka Yuuki

Naïve but courageous, Miaka Yuuki is a kind, gluttonous girl who becomes the Priestess of Suzaku to help her friends.

Portrayed by Araki Kae

Hotohori

Hotohori, enigmatic and powerful, is a mysterious character whose past remains largely unknown.

Portrayed by Kida Ayumi, Koyasu Takehito

Chichiri

Wise, wandering monk and Suzaku warrior; calm advisor and brother figure to his teammates.

Portrayed by Seki Tomokazu

Nakago

Seiryuu's powerful, charismatic leader; merciless, manipulative, and driven to world domination.

Portrayed by Furusawa Tohru

Yui Hongo

Intelligent and passionate, Yui is Miaka's best friend and Seiryuu's Priestess, driven by revenge but ultimately redeemed.

Portrayed by Touma Yumi

Chiriko

Youngest Suzaku warrior, a genius strategist and flute-playing scholar, burdened by his frail body and reliance on intellect.

Portrayed by Kawakami Tomoko

Mitsukake

Suzaku warrior, healer, and shy soul, Mitsukake sacrifices his life force to heal others, driven by compassion and love.

Portrayed by Ishii Kouji

DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS

Studio

Studio Pierrot

Season

Spring 1995

Start Date

1995-04-06

End Date

1996-03-28

Episodes

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