B-Daman Crossfire
| B-Daman Crossfire | |
| Genre | Action, Adventure |
|---|---|
| Manga | |
| Written by | Yoshinori Odaka |
| Magazine | CoroCoro Comic |
| Demographic | Children |
| Original run | 2011 – 2012 |
| Volumes | 1 |
| Anime television series | |
| Directed by | Yoshinori Odaka [1] |
| Original network | TV Tokyo (2011-2012) |
| English network |  The CW (Vortexx) (2013-present) YTV/Nickelodeon (2013-present) |
| Original run | October 2, 2011 – September 30, 2012 |
| Episodes | 52 (Japan) 26 (International) |
| Related works | |
B-Daman Crossfire (Japanese: クロスファイトビーダマン, Cross Fight B-Daman) is the first B-Daman anime of the Cross Fight series and the seventh B-Daman anime series, overall. Premiering on October 2, 2011 in Japan, it became the first B-Daman anime to air in almost five years, following the finale of Crash B-Daman on December 25, 2006. Its last episode, Conclusion! The Immersing Cross Fight aired on September 30, 2012 in Japan. A sequel series, Cross Fight B-Daman eS, premiered the following week.[1]
On June 8, 2013 it was announced that B-Daman Crossfire will air on Disney XD Malaysia.
It is scheduled for a tentative release across global markets outside of Asia in September 2013.[2] Starting August 17, 2013, English dubbed episodes of B-Daman Crossfire started airing on The CW's Saturday morning block, Vortexx. The series later began airing in Canada on YTV on September 7, 2013, subsequently premiering on YTV's sister channel, Nickelodeon on October 18, 2013.
History
On June 3, 2011, toy giant, Takara-Tomy revealed that a new anime series to be based on the latest revival of the B-Daman toys, Cross Fight B-Daman, was green-lit for fall 2011. Slated to premiere on October 2, 2011 through Japanese television network, TV Tokyo and other channels as previous B-Daman anime have. Set on time, the anime aired on the 8:45 AM JST time-slot, Sunday morning following an airing of Metal Fight Beyblade 4D.
26 episodes were ordered but due to the growing popularity of the Cross Fight B-Daman toyline, an additional serving of 26 episodes aired. This brought the anime up to 52 episodes, around the ideal number for toy-based anime. While the series concluded on September 30, 2012, its sequel premiered the following week.[2]
On September 28, 2012, d-rights created a promotional poster for use at a trade show. Showcasing a preliminary English logo concept, d-rights was seeking possible companies and networks interested in licensing the anime abroad. Not long after on October 18, 2012, the trade show turned out a success with dub the series in English and other languages, as well. An international name of "B-Daman Crossfire" was chosen along with a tentative release for autumn 2013.
Much later on April 8, 2013, d-rights neared completion in negotiations with Hasbro for release outside of Asia. To compensate for this, d-rights' parent, Mitsubishi, opened up a dubbing company specialized for international dubs called, SUNRIGHTS INC. Based in Albany, New York in the USA, they are expected to dub CrossFire in English with general releases in September 2013.[3]
Plot
B-Daman CrossFire follows Riki Ryugasaki, a young boy who eventually discovers a particular game called, B-Daman. One day, he finds a B-Daman of his own named, Thunder Dracyan. Thunder Dracyan is inhabited by a B-Animal, mystical beasts trapped in the form of B-Daman figures.[1]
Riki soon discovers how Dracyan's B-Animal is one of the Legendary Dragons, specifically the "Blue Dragon". His friend and rival, Samuru Shigane also owns one of these Dragons, the "White Dragon" in his Lightning Dravise. Together, they uncover a mystery and legend regarding these Dragons and plans by certain individuals seeking hegemony through them.[1]
As a result, Riki and Samuru divulge themselves more into the sport of Cross Fight, learning the various new game types, mechanics and such while as they plan to thwart any B-Der wishing to rule the world. As simultaneously, they meet friends and enemies in what climaxes into B-Daman CrossFire.[1]
Characters
East block
- Riki Ryugasaki ([??? Riki Ryugasaki] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help)) / Ryugasaki Kakeru (龍ヶ崎 カケル)
- Voiced by: Momoko Ohara
- English Voice by: Mona Marshall
- Spanish Voice by: Monica Torres
A B-Shot who belongs to the East Block. His B-Daman is the power type Thunder Dracyan. He is a cheerful, modern boy who aspires to become an adventurer. Originally he did not have much interest in B-Daman, but then he gets his partner, Dracyan, through a chance encounter.
- Kaito Samejima ([鮫島 カイト] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help)) / Kaito Samejima (鮫島 カイト)
- Voiced by: Meguru Takahashi
- English Voice by: Erin Fitzgerald
- Spanish Voice by: Danny Gomez
An energetic, cheery B-Shot who belongs to the East Block. His B-Daman is the rapid-fire type Lightning Fin. Since he has lived abroad, he has a straightforward and open personality. He enjoys entertaining the spectators with flashy, “charming plays,” like his impressive one-handed rapid-fire.
- Grizz Sukino ([??? Gouichiro Tsukiwa] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help)) / Gouichiro Tsukiwa (月輪 ゴウイチロウ)
- Voiced by: TBA
- English Voice by: Ron Allen
- Spanish Voice by: Mauricio Figueroa
A wild B-Shot who belongs to the East Block. His B-Daman is the power type Thunder Bearga. He demolishes the targets with powerful plays that utilize his large physic. He is an athletic type who is usually calm and kind, but when it comes to competing he gets more excited than anyone and has a strong sense of justice.
- Yuki Washimura ([??? Yukihide Washimura] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help)) / Yukihide Washimura (鷲村 ユキヒデ)
- Voiced by: Hiroshi Okamoto
- English Voice by: Martel Frasier Tremain
- Spanish Voice by: Jhaidy Barboza
A B-Shot with an enormous appetite. Originally born in West City and a West Block B-Shot, he moved to East Block when his parents started to open restaurant at East City.
- Simon Sumiya ([???] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help)) / Shumon Katsumiya (蠍宮 シュモン)
- Voiced by: Mai Aizawa
- English Voice by: Liz Joseph
- Spanish Voice by: Gerardo José Dharam
A rich B-Shot from a wealthy family who belongs to the East Block. His B-Daman is the rapid-fire type Lightning Scorpio. Proud and arrogant, he sees Riki as a rival and is constantly coming up with devious tricks and tactics. However, he is really an endearing character who is also very shy and fearful of girls.
West block
- Samuru Shigami ([??? Samuru Shigami] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help)) / Subaru Shirogane (白銀 スバル)
- Voiced by: Sachi Kokuryu
- English Voice by: Wendee Lee
The top B-Shot in the West Block. His B-Daman is the rapid-fire type Lightning Dravise. Contrary to Riki, he is cool and reserved. He is proud and has a sharp mind. He is a boy of many mysteries who makes no attempt to open up to any of the other B-Shots. He senses some sort of power in Riki that is different from the other B-Shots. Though he does not think much of Riki at first, he eventually starts to consider him a rival.
- Reggie Mak ([] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help)) / Maki Reiji (巻 レイジ)
- English Voice by: Sam Riegel
The number two B-Shot in the West Block. His B-Daman is the precision type Strike Cobra. He is a street smart bad-boy who never lets his target escape once he has it in his sniper-like sights. In his block, he considers Samuru his rival.
- Hugo Raidoh ([] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help)) / Raidou Ouga (来堂 オウガ)
- English Voice by: DJ dela Rosa
A West Block B-Shot. His B-Daman, Thunder Leo, excels at the “Spin Shot.” Calling himself as the "King of 110 Beasts," he is a hot-blooded B-Shot who shocks onlookers with his wild howls and unconventional behavior. He gets along well with Derek.
South block
- Novu Moru ([???] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help)) / Naoya Homura (焔 ナオヤ)
- Voiced by: Chihiro Suzuki
- English Voice by: Steve Staley
Formerly a top B-Shot in the South Block. His B-Daman, Strike Dragren, excels at precision shots. His play style is logical and calm. He uses strategy and intellect to analyze the situation and control his opponent.
- Alba Cocodoro ([アルバ・ココドゥロ (あるば・ここどぅろ) Aruba kokodouro] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help))
A rapid fire type B-Shot.
- Derek Watari ([???] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help)) / Watari Daiki (渡 ダイキ(わたり だいき))
Formerly a top B-Shot in the South Block. His B-Daman, Supreme Tigare, excels at both precision and rapid-fire. He used to rule the South Block as the “Boss of the South.” He is a troublemaker with a rough and careless manner. He respects and follows Novu Moru.
North block
- Basara Kurochi ([黒渕 バサラ(くろふち ばさら Kurofuchi Basara] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help))
- Voiced by: Shinnosuke Tachibana
- English Voice by: Bryce Papenbrook
A B-Shot hailing from the North Block. His B-Daman, Double Drazeros, is a special type that can fire two shots at once. A delinquent living in North City, he joined Crossfire after he met Drazeros. He has a violent nature and wants to destroy all other B-Daman.
- Asuka Kami ([] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help)) / Kamiougi Asuka (神扇 アスカ (かみおうき あすか))
- Voiced by: Yuichi Iguchi
- English Voice by: Jeff Nimoy
A B-Shot hailing from the North Block. His B-Daman, Drift Jaku, can fire the irregular Curve Shot. He is a charismatic, but narcissistic, child model with a strong sense of beauty. He always carries a folding fan.
- Gunner Arano ([] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help)) / Arano Gun (荒野 グン (あらの ぐん))
A B-Shot hailing from the North Block. His B-Daman, Thunder Bison, can deliver a super-charged Power Shot. A famous football player in North City with trademark dreadlocks, he is also Basara’s childhood friend.
Central
- Rudy Sumeragi ([???] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help)) / Sumeragi Ryuuji (皇 リュウジ)
- Voiced by: Yuuko Sanpei
Has the ultimate B-Daman, Smash Dragold, which combines all four types: power, rapid-fire, precision, and special. He started B-Daman because he wanted to be like Riki, but becomes possessed by Dragold in the Ruins of North Sumadora. When he takes Dragold, his personality completely changes. Acting with the arrogance of a king and using overwhelming power, he drives Crossfire to the verge of ruin.
WBMA staff
- Tenpouin Ruri (天宝院 ルリ(てんぽういん るり)) / Rory Takakura
A female Cross Fight staff member wearing bunny ears.
- Tenpouin Saneatsu (天宝院 実篤(てんぽういん さねあつ)) / Takakura
Ruri's grandfather.
- Shirogane Gennosuke (白銀 弦之助(しろがね げんのすけ))
Subaru's father.
- B-Da RYU (ビーダRYU) / Announcer
A Cross Fight match announcer.
Other Person
- Akira Saiga ([雑賀(さいが) アキラ Saiga Akira] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help))
The owner of Miracle Shot B-Daman shop.
- Hose ([ホセ] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help))
Alba's grandfather.
- Kakeru's mother ([カケルの母] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help))
- Yamashiro-sensei ([山城先生(やまぎせんせい)] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help)) / Miss Yamashiro
A female teacher from Kakeru's class.
- Tama chan ([タマちゃん(たまちゃん)] Error: {{nihongo}}: text has italic markup (help))
Takeru's friend from the comic book version of Cross Fight B-Daman.
B-Daman
- Accele=Dracyan (アクセル=ドラシアン)/Thunder Dracyan: Kakeru's blue dragon type B-Daman.
- Onesided=Dracyan (ワンサイド=ドラシアン): Kakeru's B-Daman created by combining Accele=Dracyan with One sided-Sharks's core.
- Rev=Dracyan (レブ=ドラシアン):
- Magnum Rising=Dracyan (マグナムライジング=ドラシアン): Kakeru's blue dragon type B-Daman.
- Rev=Dravise (レブ=ドラヴァイス)/Lightning Dravise: Subaru's white dragon type B-Daman.
- Steer=Dravise (ステア=ドラヴァイス):
- Spin=Dravise (スピン=ドラヴァイス):
- Force=Dragren (フォース=ドラグレン)/Strike Dragren: Naoya's red dragon type B-Daman.
- Twin=Drazeros (ツイン=ドラゼロス)/Double Drazeros: Basara's black dragon type B-Daman.
- Smash=Dragold (スマッシュ=ドラゴルド)/Smash Dragold: Ryuuji's yellow dragon type B-Daman.
- Torque-Bearga (トルク=ベアーガ)/Thunder Bearga: Goichirou's bear type B-Daman.
- Accele=Bearga (アクセル=ベアーガ):
- Steer=Eagle (ステア=イグル)/Strike Avian: Yukihide's eagle type B-Daman.
- Torque=Eagle (トルク=イグル)/Thunder Eagle: Yukihide's B-Daman created by combining Steer=Eagle with Torque-Bearga's core.
- Roll=Sasword (ロール=サソード)/Lightning Scorpio: Shumon's scorpion type B-Daman.
- One sided-Sharks (ワンサイド=シャークス/ワンサイド-シャークス)/Lightning Fin: Kaito's shark type B-Daman.
- Stroke=Orochi (ストローク=オロチ)/Strike Cobra: Reiji's snake type B-Daman.
- Spin=Leohjya (スピン=レオージャ)/Thunder Leo: Ouga's lion type B-Daman. After Ouga's match against Kakeru, a B-Animal entered Ouga's Spin=Leohjya when Ouga uses a B-Daman terminal.
- Round=Tigare (ラウンド=タイガル)/Supreme Tigare/Strike Tigare: Daiki's tiger type B-Daman.
- Drift=Jacker (ドリフト=ジャッカー)/Drift Jaku: Asuka's peacock type B-Daman.
- Burst=Bison (バースト=バイソン)/Thunder Bison: Gun's bull type B-Daman.
- Proto 01 (プロト01): Ryuuji's mass-produced B-Daman, the only B-Daman without a B-Animal.
- Loading=Diles (ローディング=ダイルス)/Lightning Diles: Alba's crocodile type B-Daman.
- Steer=Swallow (ステア=スワロー)/Strike Swallow: Ruri's swallow type B-Daman.
- One sided-Rabbit (ワンサイド=ラビット)/Lightning Rabbit: Natsumi's rabbit type B-Daman.
- Ultimate=Dragren (アルティメット＝ドラグレン):
- Perfect=Dragren (パーフェクト＝ドラグレン): A B-Daman created by combining Force=Dragren with Round=Tigare.
- Ultimate=Dragold (アルティメット=ドラゴルド): A B-Daman created by combining Smash Dragold with wings from Twin=Drazeros, rollers from Rev-Dravise, Drive Strip from Accel=Dracyan, horn from Force=Dragren.
Game Types
- Seven Shots: Each player has limited time to knock known 7 progressively heavier pins, starting from the smallest pin at the closest to biggest pin at the farthest distance from player.
- Extreme Rush: Each player has limited time to destroy a specified number of targets, with the winner being the first player reaching the goal. In the EW-Crossfire version of the game, it was destroying 500 archer statue targets, with player ejected from the game by failing to destroy sufficient number of targets within specific time periods.
Episodes
Note: This list is for International list only listing 26 episodes while Japan consist of 52.
Season 1 (2013-2014)
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Season 2 (2014)
B-Daman Crossfire (which named in Japan Cross Fight B-Daman eS) Season 2 will air Fall 2014.[4]
References
- ^ a b c d e B-Daman Show | B-Daman Crossfire | Animated Series
- ^ a b www.toonbarn.com/other-cartoons/b-daman-cross-fire-takes-aim-international-audiences-fall-2013/
- ^ B-Daman Cross Fire takes aim at international audiences in fall 2013
- ^ http://www.toonbarn.com/other-cartoons/b-daman-cross-fire-takes-aim-international-audiences-fall-2013/