Netflix India
is gearing up for the release of
Monsters: 103 Mercies Dragon Damnation
on
January 21
, offering audiences an exciting journey into the captivating world of Eiichiro Oda's
one-shot manga
, Monsters: Ippaku Sanjō Hiryū Jigoku. Ani-One Asia is also joining the fray, ensuring a widespread viewing experience for fans across India.
Set against the backdrop of a world where the only looming threat resides in the skies, the anime unfolds the tale of the legendary Dragon, a force capable of unleashing catastrophic havoc.
Crafted by the gifted 19-year-old Eiichiro Oda before the iconic ONE PIECE serialization, this narrative introduces us to the
Samurai Ryuma
.
The stellar cast includes Yoshimasa Hosoya, reprising his role as Ryuma from a previous voice drama adaptation, along with Kana Hanazawa as Flare, Hiroki Tōchi as Cyrano, Mitsuaki Madono as D.R., and Katsuhito Nomura as Master.
Guiding the artistic vision is director Sunghoo Park, renowned for his work on Jujutsu Kaisen and Jujutsu Kaisen 0, who also heads the composition. The animation, brought to life by Park's new studio E&H Production, promises to be a visual treat, encapsulating the essence of the source material within a single episode.
The source material, the 'Monsters' one-shot, originally featured in Oda's 'Wanted!' collection of Manga ONE-shots, was initially published in 1994 in Weekly Shonen Jump. Shimotsuki Ryuma, the central character, made his debut here before finding a place in Oda's iconic "One Piece" manga.
Netflix has unveiled a trailer, offering a sneak peek into the anime's vibrant world ahead of its highly-anticipated premiere. With a compelling narrative, a talented cast, and a dedicated creative team, Monsters: 103 Mercies Dragon Damnation is poised to capture the imaginations of anime enthusiasts across India when it takes flight on January 21. Get ready to embark on an exhilarating adventure where legends come to life in the celestial realm of dragons and samurais.