She, The Ultimate Weapon

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  • TV-MA
  • 2002
  • 1 Season
  • 6.9  (728)

She, The Ultimate Weapon is a captivating and emotional anime series that explores the tragic consequences of war and the power of love. It was produced by Gonzo and adapted from the manga series by Shin Takahashi. The series was released in 2002 by Sentai Filmworks and features English voice actors Nick Shakoour as Shuji, Melissa Hutchison as Chise, and Mark Atherlay as Tetsu.

The story takes place during a fictional war between Japan and an unknown enemy. The series follows the character Chise, who is a high school student that has been transformed into the ultimate weapon by the Japanese military. She is a human-like cyborg that can produce an incredible amount of destructive power, making her the most powerful weapon of the war. Chise is not just a weapon, however. She is also a young girl who struggles to understand her place in the world and the consequences of her actions.

Shuji is Chise's boyfriend and the main protagonist of the series. He is a normal high school student who loves Chise deeply and cares for her well-being. Their love is put to the test as Chise's role as a weapon threatens to tear them apart. Shuji is conflicted between his love for Chise and his duty to protect his country. He struggles to reconcile his feelings and beliefs as the war becomes increasingly brutal and devastating.

Tetsu is another important character in the series. He is a military pilot and childhood friend of Shuji. Tetsu is a loyal soldier who believes in the cause of the war and the power of the ultimate weapon. He is assigned to protect Chise and ensure her control during battle. Tetsu's relationship with Shuji becomes strained as their beliefs and loyalties start to differ.

The series explores themes of love, war, sacrifice, and humanity. It highlights the inhumanity of war and the collateral damage it inflicts on innocent people. The anime is a commentary on the devastating consequences of conflict and the power of love to overcome it.

She, The Ultimate Weapon is a highly emotional series that will leave viewers with a lasting impression. The animation is beautifully done, with vivid colors and intense action scenes that capture the chaos of war. The voice acting is also excellent, with the English voice actors delivering a powerful performance that brings the characters to life.

In conclusion, She, The Ultimate Weapon is an unforgettable anime series that explores the devastating consequences of war and the power of love to overcome it. The series is a commentary on the inhumanity of conflict and the damage it inflicts on innocent people. The characters are well-developed and relatable, and the animation and voice acting are top-notch. It is a must-watch for fans of emotional dramas and action-packed anime.

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Seasons
And We Will Love
13. And We Will Love
September 24, 2002
Chise does all she can to save the town's people and Shuji as impending doom closes in, but the Tsunami is too powerful. When Shuji awakes, he finds that he is alone.
Love Song
12. Love Song
September 17, 2002
Chise takes all of her meds, resulting in her changing, the result of which could kill her or make her immortal. Shuji returns to where he and Chise started going out.
A Time for Us
11. A Time for Us
September 10, 2002
Chise and Shuji both take the day off of work to spend time together. Shuji learns that Chise did not show up again for work because she had not been taking her meds.
And Then
10. And Then
September 3, 2002
Chise finds Tetsu in a dire situation. The students work hard to get the cultural festival going, however the army is a day early and needs use the school.
Akemi
9. Akemi
August 27, 2002
Chise's two day adventure without any maintenance and medicine has taken a toll on her. That evening a large earth quake hits Hokkaido. Akemi tells Shuji how she feels.
Everyones Changing
8. Everyones Changing
August 20, 2002
Shuji's classmates are not all showing up for school, some joined the military and some have just moved on with their lives. Chise and Tetsu go on a "shopping spree".
What I Want to Protect
7. What I Want to Protect
August 13, 2002
With their differences aside, Chise and Shuji realize that they can work things out a make plans to go see the sea lions and dolphins together.
Classmates
6. Classmates
August 6, 2002
Chise and Shuji clear the air and let each other know about things they have been holding back. With the secret finally out, they decide for now to remain just classmates.
Liar
5. Liar
July 30, 2002
Chise decides that she doesn't really want to die because she finally has someone who she can love. At the school an earthquake nearly destroys the whole building.
Fuyumi
4. Fuyumi
July 23, 2002
Chise leaves her military pager at home when she is on a date but the military still contacts her with the mission. When the fighting stops, Chise wants to die.
Together Alone
3. Together Alone
July 16, 2002
Shuji and Chise take a walk on Observation Hill, in light of everything that has happened they both know they were meant to be together.
Im Growing
2. Im Growing
July 9, 2002
Chise reveals to Shuji that she has become the Ultimate Weapon. As the days go on she finds she is becoming more of a weapon and less herself.
We Fall in Love
1. We Fall in Love
July 2, 2002
Shuji and Chise are now a couple, he remains unsure of what his true feelings are. Shuji goes to the mall to get Chise a gift when tragedy rains down on their lives.
Description
  • Premiere Date
    July 2, 2002
  • IMDB Rating
    6.9  (728)