Castle Town Dandelion Season 1 Episode 1 The Sakurada Family's Nine Siblings
- TV-PG
- July 2, 2015
- 24 min
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7.6 (11)
In Castle Town Dandelion season 1 episode 1, titled "The Sakurada Family's Nine Siblings," we are introduced to the Sakurada family, a royal family with nine siblings who each have special abilities. However, they live a relatively normal life despite their royal status. The family is preparing for the upcoming election to decide who among them will be the next king, as the current king, their father, has decided to retire.
The episode follows each sibling as they go through their daily routines and engage in various activities, giving us a glimpse into their personalities and powers. Akane, the second eldest, is a perfectionist who can control gravity, and she is obsessively training for the election. Aoi, the third eldest and the family's only son, has the ability to teleport, which he often uses to avoid chores.
Shiori, the fourth eldest, is a shy and reserved girl who can read minds, and she struggles with her power, as she can't turn it off and often feels overwhelmed by everyone's thoughts. Kanade, the fifth eldest, is a popular and charismatic girl who can control electricity and is planning a campaign event for her election.
Hikari and Teru, the sixth and seventh siblings, are twins with opposite personalities; Hikari is very outgoing and can create clones of herself, while Teru is quiet and can control fire. Misaki, the eighth eldest, is a mischievous and playful girl who can transform into anything she touches. Lastly, Haruka, the youngest sibling, is a sweet and innocent girl who can see the future in her dreams.
The episode also introduces us to some of the supporting characters, such as the family's loyal assistant, Satsuki, who helps them with their daily tasks, and Souichirou, a government agent tasked with monitoring the family's activities.
As the siblings go about their day, they are secretly being watched by the media, who are eager to capture any scandalous or funny moments. The episode ends on a cliffhanger, with a mishap during Kanade's campaign event that threatens to expose the family's powers to the public.
Overall, episode 1 sets the stage for this quirky and entertaining family comedy, with a diverse cast of characters and an intriguing premise. The Sakurada siblings are all likable in their own way, and their powers add a fun element to their everyday lives. It will be interesting to see how the election unfolds and how the Sakurada family deals with the challenges that come their way.