Pumpkin Scissors
Pumpkin Scissors is a manga created and authored by Ryotaro Iwanaga. Originally serialized in Magazine GREAT in 2002 it was later moved to Monthly Shonen Magazine in October 2006. The manga has been licensed by Del Rey. An anime adaptation of Pumpkin Scissors has been released, produced by Gonzo and AIC, which began airing on October 2, 2006 across several Japanese television stations and ended with the 24th episode on March 19, 2007. The series was originally licensed to the North American market by ADV Films for $780,000. In 2008 it became one of over thirty titles transferred from ADV Films to FUNimation, the main distributor of anime in the English speaking world.
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Plot Summary
In an alternate late 19th century, the "Pumpkin Scissors" is a specialized unit of the Royal Army tasked with combating war crimes and aiding civilians in the aftermath of a brutal continental war. Led by the enigmatic Major 9-0-1, the unit, comprising the skilled swordsman Ryuu, the powerful yeti-like Seki, and the resourceful Alice L. Malvin, ventures into a land scarred by conflict. They uncover conspiracies and confront remnants of the war, striving to establish justice and peace in a world struggling to heal.
Critical Reception
Pumpkin Scissors was generally well-received by critics and audiences, who praised its unique blend of military action, political intrigue, and character development. The anime was commended for its mature themes, detailed world-building, and compelling narrative that explored the complexities of war and its aftermath.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its mature exploration of war and its consequences.
- Appreciated for its well-developed characters and intriguing plotlines.
- Noted for its unique steampunk-inspired setting and detailed world-building.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is limited, but where available, viewers often highlight the series' engaging story and the compelling dynamics between the main characters as significant strengths.
Fun Fact
The series is based on a manga of the same name by Ryo Azumi, which began serialization in 2002.
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