This Ugly Yet Beautiful World
After a mysterious encounter, a high school bike courier discovers a beautiful, naked girl named Hikari and must protect her from monstrous attacks.
CHARACTERS
Hikari Hoshino
Cheerful girl found in a forest, loved by Takeru; her optimism contrasts with a mysterious, depressing inner voice.
Portrayed by Martinez Cynthia, Kawasumi Ayako
Akari
Mysterious girl, adopted by Ryo, views Hikari as a sister, loves beetles, and secretly harbors feelings for Ryo.
Portrayed by Shimizu Ai, Boone Jessica
Takeru Takemoto
A lazy but powerful teen, Takeru searches for his place in the world while harboring a secret crush on Hikari.
Portrayed by Mizushima Daichuu, Hunt Braden
Ryou Ninomiya
Ryou Ninomiya, ladies' man and Takeru's friend, develops elemental powers and takes Akari into his family, though his feelings for her are unrequited.
Portrayed by Haag Quentin
Mari Nishino
Takeru's nagging cousin, secretly in love with him, jealous of Hikari but still kind.
Portrayed by Sanada Asami, Christian Luci
DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS
Studio
Shaft, Gainax
Season
Spring 2004
Start Date
2004-04-02
End Date
2004-06-18
Episodes
12
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