Blu-ray Neo-Heroic Fantasia Arion by Yoshikazu Yasuhiko. Ancient Greek mythology, worldbuilding, music, Joe Hisaishi. Beautiful visuals. 80s animation. Production process. Comprehensive bonus features. Gallery. Included. North American import Blu-ray.

■ Product overview

Yoshikazu Yasuhiko presents the magnificent fantasy world of ancient Greek mythology

This is the North American Blu-ray version of "Neo Heroic Fantasia Arion," which was made into a film in 1986.
This is a masterpiece animation directed, character designed, and animated by Yoshikazu Yasuhiko, with music by Joe Hisaishi.

• Director and animation director Yoshikazu Yasuhiko : A work that displays his unique artistic sense and world-building skills
• Magnificent music by Joe Hisaishi : Impressive music that enhances the world of the film
• Inspired by ancient Greek mythology : A story depicting the battles of the gods and the suffering of humans
• 1980s animation technology : stunning visual beauty and dynamic drawings
• Comprehensive bonus footage : Making-of, promotional footage, art gallery
• 118 minutes of main content : A fusion of mythological worldview and human drama
• Region A disc : Playable on PlayStation 3/4/5

■ Product specifications

■ Product Introduction

[An epic story depicting the battle between gods and the suffering of humans]

The main character, Arion, lives a peaceful life with his blind mother, Demeter, until his mother's brother, Hades, appears and takes Arion to the underworld, saying that he has a medicine that can cure Demeter's eyesight.
Arion was actually the son of Poseidon and Demeter.
Hades, who holds a grudge against Zeus, trains Arion as a tool for revenge and sends him to his temple, Olympus.
The story of the fate and conflict between the gods develops into universal themes of revenge and love.

[Overwhelming visual beauty that brings together the best of 1980s animation technology]

Yoshikazu Yasuhiko's distinctive delicate yet dynamic artwork draws the viewer in, from the characters' emotional expressions to the spectacular action scenes.
The scenes depicting the battle of the gods feature stunning visual expression that challenged the limits of animation technology at the time, and still retains its timeless appeal even in this age of digital technology.
The background art is also meticulously detailed, beautifully depicting the mythical world of ancient Greek temples and the underworld.

[Comprehensive content]

This Blu-ray includes 118 minutes of footage as well as various bonus features.
"The Making of Arion" provides a detailed look into the production process and is also valuable as a valuable record of animation production in the 1980s.
It also includes video materials such as promotional videos, teasers, and trailers.
In multiple art galleries, you can enjoy Yoshikazu Yasuhiko's original drawings and setting materials in high resolution.

■ Recommended usage scenarios

• A collection of Yoshikazu Yasuhiko fans : Enjoy his masterpieces as director, character designer, and animation director in high quality
• 1980s animation enthusiasts : Enjoy the visual beauty of the culmination of the technology of the time
• Joe Hisaishi Music Fans : A Spectacular Musical Experience Including Early Music
• Greek mythology and fantasy lovers : Enjoy the battles of the gods and human drama
• Animation researchers : Study the production process and original drawings through bonus footage
• Collection of Japanese Anime Masterpieces : Preserving important works in the history of animation
• Presents and Gifts : A special gift for anime fans

■ Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Q1. Can North American Blu-rays be played on Japanese players?

A. Because it is a Region A disc, the region code is the same as Japan.
If the disc is country code locked, it can be played on PlayStation 3/4/5, a region-free Blu-ray player, a player with a country code change function, or Blu-ray software on a PC.

Q2. What kind of content is included in the bonus footage?

A. "The Making of Arion" gives us a glimpse into the production process in the 1980s.
It includes video materials such as promotional videos, teasers, and trailers, as well as an art gallery where you can enjoy Yoshikazu Yasuhiko's original drawings and setting materials.

Q3. What are the characteristics of Joe Hisaishi's music?

A. The impressive music, befitting the epic story, enhances the appeal of the work.
This is one of his early works, before he became known for "My Neighbor Totoro" and "Princess Mononoke."

Q4. How long is the main story?

A. The main feature is 118 minutes long. If you include the bonus footage, you can enjoy an even more fulfilling viewing experience.

■ Reasons why we recommend this product

Yoshikazu Yasuhiko's unique visual sense and epic storytelling have given this work universal appeal, capturing the hearts of many people across borders.
It transcends the boundaries of a simple animated work and continues to be loved by many fans as a grand story woven with myth and human drama.
The film's value is further enhanced by its beautiful visuals, which incorporate the best of 1980s animation technology, the impressive music by Joe Hisaishi, and the extensive bonus footage.

Enjoy the mythical worldview presented by Yoshikazu Yasuhiko in high-definition Blu-ray.

■ Shipping/Precautions

• This product is a parallel import. We purchase new, unopened items directly from authorized retailers in Europe and the United States, and inspect them upon arrival.
  We check the quality of the products before delivering them to our customers.
• North American Blu-ray discs have the same region code (Region A) as Japan, but may be country code locked.
• Discs with country code locks may not be playable on domestic Blu-ray players, but they can be played on PlayStation 3/4/5, region-free Blu-ray players, Blu-ray players with country code change functionality, and Blu-ray player software for PCs.
• Many imported discs have English subtitles forced on them, but depending on the player, you can disable the subtitles by changing the settings.

■ Related keywords

Neo Heroic Fantasia Arion Blu-ray Yoshikazu Yasuhiko Joe Hisaishi Ancient Greek Mythology Animated Film 1986 Japan Sunrise Greek Mythology Fantasy Battle of the Gods Poseidon Demeter Hades Zeus Olympus Epic Story Beautiful Visuals Bonus Footage Art Gallery North American Version Region A Recommended for those looking for.