Paranoia Agent

In a modern Japanese city, two detectives race to stop a mysterious assailant known as "Lil' Slugger" from terrorizing citizens with his golden baseball bat.

CHARACTERS

Shounen Bat

Grinning juvenile on golden skates, attacks with a bent gold bat; also known as "Little Slugger".

Portrayed by Sakaguchi Daisuke

Tsukiko Sagi

Timid designer Tsukiko Sagi, creator of Maromi, becomes the catalyst for a bizarre plot.

Portrayed by Noto Mamiko

Keiichi Ikari

Uptight and impatient detective Keiichi, often seen smoking, struggles with witnesses and clashes with his more empathetic partner.

Portrayed by Iizuka Shouzou

Mitsuhiro Maniwa

Mitsuhiro Maniwa, Keiichi's understanding colleague, uses his gentle nature to help solve the 'Lil Slugger' case.

Portrayed by Seki Toshihiko

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DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS

Studio

Madhouse

Season

Winter 2004

Start Date

2004-02-02

End Date

2004-05-17

Episodes

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