Mysterious Play OVA
📖 SYNOPSIS
Fushigi Yuugi OVA received two DVD releases in Japan from Bandai Namco Arts, formerly known as Bandai Visuals. The first was released on October 25, 1996, with the second being released on August 25, 2002. Between the two, on June 5, 2001, a DVD combo set titled Fushigi Yuugi: The Mysterious Play OVA was made available by Geneon Entertainment, bundling the first OVA together with Fushigi Yuugi: Dai Ni Bu. The set—presently out of print—includes additional content such as English and Japanese language tracks, an image gallery, and a brochure with supplementary information and pictures. Geneon Entertainment also made available an English dubbed version of Fushigi Yuugi OVA that aired on the International Channel starting December 30, 2003.
🎬 EPISODE GUIDE
🎭 CHARACTERS
Tamahome
Strong, loyal Suzaku warrior, Tamahome is initially greedy but deeply caring, fiercely protective of Miaka.
Portrayed by Midorikawa Hikaru, Kumai Motoko
Nuriko
Powerful, compassionate warrior; cross-dresses to honor deceased sister, but ultimately accepts his true self and love for Miaka.
Portrayed by Sakamoto Chika
Tasuki
Hot-headed but loyal Celestial Warrior, Tasuki wields a flaming fan and protects his friends fiercely.
Portrayed by Canna Nobutoshi
Miaka Yuuki
Naïve but courageous 15-year-old, Miaka Yuuki, becomes the Suzaku Priestess to fulfill her wishes and help her friends.
Portrayed by Araki Kae
Hotohori
Mysterious, powerful priest; enigmatic and aloof, wields immense spiritual power.
Portrayed by Kida Ayumi, Koyasu Takehito
Chichiri
Wise, wandering monk Chichiri, Suzaku's advisor, supports his warriors with magic and unwavering loyalty.
Portrayed by Seki Tomokazu
Yui Hongo
Intelligent Seiryuu Priestess, Miaka's best friend, manipulated by Nakago, seeks revenge but ultimately redeems herself.
Portrayed by Touma Yumi
Chiriko
Youngest Suzaku warrior, Chiriko is a genius strategist and flute-wielding scholar, tragically sacrificing himself to defeat Miboshi.
Portrayed by Kawakami Tomoko
Mitsukake
Suzaku warrior, healer, and shy but kind doctor, Mitsukake sacrifices his life to save others.
Portrayed by Ishii Kouji
Tenkou
Tenkou, the ruthless King of the Shitennou, seeks ultimate power to rule both worlds, exceeding even Nakago in cruelty and might.
Portrayed by Kosugi Juurouta
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Studio
Studio Pierrot
Season
Fall 1996
Start Date
1996-10-24
End Date
1997-02-24
Episodes
3
Type
OVA
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