0:00bloodied sword illustration
The scene displays a stylized, close-up illustration of a bloodied sword being gripped firmly by a hand. The sword's guard features an intricate, somewhat circular design with a prominent dark symbol at its center, reminiscent of a yin-yang. Crimson blood drips heavily from the sword blade and the hand, forming large, visceral drops that fall downwards. The background is a watercolor-like blend of warm yellow and orange tones, suggesting a dramatic or intense setting. The lighting appears diffused but with strong highlights on the metallic parts of the sword and the skin. The overall color palette is dominated by stark reds, oranges, and yellows against the metallic grey of the sword and the pale skin of the hand, creating a sense of violence and urgency. The image is framed vertically, filling the entire screen.
0:01award text transition
The scene begins with a stark black background featuring white text centrally aligned, reading 'Winner of the 2013 Tezuka Osamu Cultural Award' enclosed within a white laurel wreath emblem. The text appears crisp and modern. As the scene progresses, subtle red sparks and embers begin to emerge from the bottom corners of the screen, gradually spreading upwards and adding a dynamic, fiery texture to the black background. The text and laurel wreath remain prominent, but the background transforms from pure black to a deep, dark red, pulsating with small, glowing particles. The lighting transitions from flat, uniform illumination to a more dramatic chiaroscuro with glimmers from the embers. The color palette shifts from monochrome (black and white) to a dark, intense red with fiery accents.
0:02armored horseman illustration
This is a detailed manga-style illustration focusing on the head and upper body of an armored horse and its rider, seen from a low angle. The horse wears an elaborate, intricate light blue and gold barding on its head, complete with small studded details and horn-like protrusions, highlighting its regal and war-ready appearance. Its eyes are visible, peering through the armor. Behind the horse, the rider's helmeted head and shoulder are visible, also adorned with complex blue, gold, and grey armor. The background is simple, muted, and likely part of a battlefield or ancient setting. The colors are vibrant and detailed, primarily blues, golds, and browns against a lighter, desaturated background, suggesting an epic historical narrative. The lighting is even, accentuating the fine lines and textures of the artwork.
0:03cosmic ages text reveal
The scene presents a minimalist yet dramatic visual, dominated by a deep, dark blue background with a subtle, textured appearance resembling a night sky or deep water. Two luminous white circular shapes, representing moons or celestial bodies, are positioned on the upper left and lower center of the screen. A dynamic white streak or cloud-like formation extends diagonally from the left side. White text appears centrally, initially reading 'COUNTLESS AGES'. Subsequently, more text is added below it, completing the phrase to 'COUNTLESS AGES HAD PASSED SINCE SHANG GU.' The text has a slightly bold, shadowed effect. The lighting is soft and ambient, emanating from the white circles and streak. The primary colors are deep blue and stark white, creating a serene but ancient atmosphere, enhanced by the gradual text reveal.
0:06general and soldiers art
This scene showcases a dynamic manga-style illustration of an ancient general and his soldiers. The general, featured prominently on the right side of the frame in a profile view, wears an imposing, intricately designed gold-colored helmet with geometric patterns and spherical embellishments. His facial features are sharp and determined, with a focused gaze. Behind him, a multitude of soldiers in similar but less elaborate helmets are depicted, their mouths open in shouts, suggesting a rallying cry or battle. Speech bubbles with the text 'GEN-ERAL LI XIN!' and 'GEN-ERAL LI!' emerge from the soldiers. The background is a mix of muted blue and beige, implying a sky and distant ground. The color palette is dominated by warm ochre tones for the soldiers and general, contrasting with the background. Red, fiery particle effects flicker in the black bars above and below the illustration, adding to the dramatic mood.
0:08bloodied sword narrative text
Returning to the earlier bloodied sword illustration, this scene overlays narrative text onto the image. The illustration remains the same: a hand gripping a sword, both dripping with crimson blood, against a warm yellow and orange background. The sword's guard features a distinct dark symbol. The first line of text, 'AND IN THIS AGE...', appears centrally. After a brief pause, the second line, '...THE GREED OF MANKIND WAS UNBRIDLED.', fades in below it. The text is clean and white, providing a stark contrast to the gritty illustration. The lighting continues to be diffused, emphasizing the blood and the intricate details of the sword and hand. The color palette combines the intense reds and yellows of the illustration with the neutral white of the text, reinforcing the theme of conflict and corruption.
0:12general narrative text reveal
This scene features a vibrant, full-color manga illustration of a powerful warrior, likely a general, riding into battle. He is heavily armored with ornate silver-blue and red plating, a fierce lion's head emblem on his chest plate, and a flowing red cape. A large, spiky red helmet covers his head, revealing only a determined, shouting face. He holds a long spear. The background is obscured by the dark red, fiery particle effects in the upper and lower bars, giving a sense of intense combat. A rectangular, semi-transparent grey text box appears over the lower-left portion of the illustration, gradually filling with white text. The text reads: 'THESE WERE THE SPRING AND AUTUMN AND WARRING STATES PERIODS - AN AGE OF WAR THAT SPANNED FIVE CENTURIES.' The scene's color palette is rich with reds, blues, silver, and gold, signifying grandeur and conflict. The dramatic lighting from the particle effects adds a somber and powerful mood.
0:15kingdom title card
The scene features the word 'KINGDOM' as a prominent title, rendered in a bold, gold-textured font with an ornate, almost embroidered appearance. The letters are capital and have a metallic sheen, casting subtle shadows. This title is centered against a dark, dramatic background. The background is rich with deep reds and blacks, permeated by numerous small, glowing red-orange embers and sparks that drift upwards, creating a dynamic and intense atmosphere. The lighting is low-key, with strong highlights on the golden text and warm glow from the surrounding embers. The color palette is dominated by dark reds, blacks, and shimmering gold, creating a powerful and epic mood, reminiscent of war or ancient empires.
0:17manga orphan boy text
This scene displays a stark black and white manga panel with a halftone dot pattern, creating a textured background. White text, 'An orphan boy...', is centrally positioned. Two yellow, starburst-shaped speech bubbles appear below the text, each containing the sound effect 'KRAK' in bold black letters. The overall style is reminiscent of classic manga, with strong lines and high contrast. The lighting is bright and even, highlighting the text and speech bubbles. The color palette is limited to black, white, and bright yellow, creating a sharp and impactful visual.
0:18manga girl fighting
A dynamic black and white manga panel captures a young girl in mid-action, fighting with a sword. She is depicted with dark, spiky hair and a determined, open-mouthed expression, her eyes wide with effort. She wears a simple, tattered tunic-like garment. Her body is angled sharply, with one arm raised to wield the sword, which is blurred to convey motion. A large yellow speech bubble with the sound effect 'KRAK' is prominently featured on the right side of the frame. Speed lines radiate from her body and the sword, intensifying the sense of movement and impact. The background is primarily white with halftone dots, creating a clean yet action-packed visual. The lighting is high-contrast, emphasizing the linework.
0:19manga boy attacking
This black and white manga panel shows a young boy in an aggressive, lunging attack pose with a weapon. He has short, spiky black hair and a fierce, grimacing expression with wide eyes and gritted teeth. He wears a simple, tattered tunic, similar to the girl in the previous panel. His body is positioned low, with one leg extended and an arm pulled back, aiming a sharp, spear-like weapon forward. Dramatic speed lines emanate from his weapon and body, emphasizing the force and speed of his movement. A large yellow speech bubble with partially visible red text 'RAH' is on the upper right, further indicating an action-filled moment. The background is clean white with a halftone dot pattern.
0:20manga girl yelling
A close-up black and white manga panel focuses on a young girl's face, distorted in a powerful yell. Her dark, spiky hair is flung upwards with motion, and her eyes are wide with intense emotion. Her mouth is open in a wide, raw scream, rendered with heavy linework to convey the force of the sound. A large, irregular yellow speech bubble dominates the upper right portion of the frame, containing the bold black text 'HRAH'. Radial speed lines burst from behind her head, emphasizing the intensity and impact of her shout. The background is white with a subtle halftone dot pattern. The high-contrast lighting accentuates the dramatic facial expression.
0:21manga boy yelling
This black and white manga panel is an extreme close-up of a young boy's mouth and lower face, caught in a yell. His jaw is wide open, revealing detailed teeth and tongue, and heavy linework around his mouth conveys the intensity of his shout. A large yellow speech bubble with bold red text 'RAH' is positioned to the right of his mouth, confirming the vocalization. Speed lines radiate from his face, adding to the dynamic and energetic feel of the panel. The background is white with a halftone dot texture, providing a clean contrast. The high-contrast lighting emphasizes the details of his mouth and the force of his expression.
0:22fiery destiny text reveal
The scene displays a dark, moody background dominated by deep reds and blacks, filled with glowing red-orange embers and sparks that drift upwards. This creates a volatile, fiery, and dramatic atmosphere. White text appears progressively in the center of the screen, initially reading '...sets off', then expanding to '...sets off to become', and finally completing as '...sets off to become the greatest general of all'. The text is presented in a clean, legible font, contrasting sharply with the chaotic background. The lighting comes from the scattered embers, creating warm highlights and shadows across the dark textures. The color palette is primarily deep red, black, and orange, suggesting an arduous or destined journey.
0:25manga boy attack impact
A black and white manga panel depicting a moment of intense impact during a fight. A young male character, identifiable by his spiky black hair and simple tattered tunic, is shown from the waist up. His body is angled, and he appears to be delivering a powerful strike with a long, thin weapon (possibly a spear or staff) to an unseen opponent. Explosive impact lines burst from the point of contact, emphasizing the force. His facial expression is fierce and determined. The background is primarily white with halftone dots, providing contrast to the action. The high-contrast lighting is typical of manga, highlighting the motion lines and the character's effort.
0:26manga girl falling
A dynamic black and white manga panel captures a young girl in mid-air, falling dramatically backwards. Her dark, spiky hair flies upwards, and her eyes are wide with surprise or shock. She wears a simple, tattered tunic and open-toed sandals. Her body is contorted in a falling motion, with arms and legs splayed out. She still clutches a thin, staff-like weapon diagonally across her body. A large, yellow, starburst-shaped speech bubble with the bold black text 'WHOA!' is positioned near her head, indicating her reaction. Numerous radial speed lines originate from a central point behind her, emphasizing the speed and force of her fall. The background is white with halftone dots, creating a stark visual.
0:27manga girl frustrated
This black and white manga panel shows a young girl crouched on the ground, seemingly frustrated or defeated. Her short, spiky dark hair obscures most of her face as she looks downwards, but her grimacing mouth and taut body language convey intense emotion. She wears a tattered tunic and is positioned low in the frame, with visible elements of grass or reeds around her, indicating an outdoor setting. Her hands are gripping a thin staff or weapon resting across her lap. A large, irregular yellow speech bubble with the bold black text 'CURSE YOU...' appears above her head, expressing her anger or resentment. The background is white with a halftone dot pattern, providing a clean backdrop for the character's emotional state. The lighting is high-contrast, emphasizing her pose and expression.
0:28manga girl surprised
A black and white manga panel shows a young girl from behind, crouched low in a defensive or surprised posture. Her short, dark hair is visible, but her face is mostly hidden as she looks over her shoulder, her body twisted slightly. She wears a simple, tattered tunic. The ground below her shows elements of grass or reeds, suggesting an outdoor, possibly rural, setting. A large, yellow, starburst-shaped speech bubble with a black question mark '?!' appears above her head, indicating surprise or confusion. Motion lines radiate from her body, suggesting a quick movement or reaction. The background is clean white with a halftone dot texture, keeping the focus on the character's reaction. The high-contrast lighting is typical of manga, accentuating her pose.
0:29fiery world change text
The scene reverts to the dark, fiery background, filled with deep reds, blacks, and scattered, glowing red-orange embers and sparks that drift upwards. The white text '...and changes the world' is centrally displayed. The text is in a clean, legible font, standing out against the dramatic and intense background. The ambient light from the embers creates a dynamic interplay of light and shadow across the dark textures. The color palette is dominated by intense reds, blacks, and glowing oranges, maintaining a powerful and transformative atmosphere, implying significant world-altering events.
0:30manga generals oath
This black and white manga panel depicts two young warriors, a boy and a girl, standing defiantly in a field of tall grass or reeds. Both have short, spiky black hair and wear similar simple, tattered tunics. The boy, on the left, has a fierce, determined grin and raises a thin sword or staff above his head. The girl, on the right, stands resolute with a slightly more serious expression, also holding a similar weapon defensively across her body. Both characters are positioned in dynamic, ready stances, suggesting a moment of shared resolve or an oath. White text appears above them, progressively stating: 'WE'LL BE THE' then completing as 'WE'LL BE THE GREATEST GENERALS UNDER THE HEAVENS!'. The background is a white sky with minimal halftone dots, emphasizing the characters. The high-contrast lighting brings out the details of their expressions and clothing.
0:32full color warrior illustration
The scene displays a vibrant, full-color manga illustration of a young warrior, likely male, standing upright and looking directly forward. He has short, spiky black hair and an intensely determined expression, with piercing eyes. He wears elaborate blue and silver armor with gold accents and a red inner lining or sash, along with a prominent lion's head emblem on his chest plate, similar to the general seen earlier. He holds a short, ornate silver sword pointed directly at the viewer, symbolizing readiness and power. In the upper-left background, a softer, ghostly outline of a woman's face is subtly visible, rendered in warm, muted tones. Behind the warrior, distant red banners or flags and dark battlements are visible under an overcast, reddish sky, implying a wartime setting. The color palette is rich and strong, dominated by blues, reds, silver, and gold, with a dramatic, slightly somber lighting that highlights the warrior's resolve.
0:33product showcase and call to action
This scene acts as a product showcase and call to action. It features a dark, fiery background identical to previous title cards, with deep reds, blacks, and numerous glowing red-orange embers. Dominating the upper portion is the golden, ornate 'RISE OF THE EMPIRE' title, followed by 'KINGDOM' in the same distinctive font. Below this, 'Story and Art by YASUHISA HARA' is displayed in white text. The central focus is a 3D rendition of the 'Kingdom' manga volume 1, featuring the same full-color warrior illustration from the previous scene on its cover and spine. The book is angled slightly, showing both the front cover and spine. At the bottom, 'ORDER NOW' appears in white, acting as a clear call to action. The overall lighting is dramatic, with warm glows from the embers illuminating the text and book cover. The color palette is rich with reds, blacks, gold, and the vibrant colors of the book cover, creating an enticing and epic promotional visual.
0:36viz logo
The scene transitions to a clean, minimalist white background. Centrally placed on this bright canvas is the 'VIZ' logo, rendered in a bold, vibrant red. The logo features a distinctive design: the 'V' is stylized with a curved left stroke, while 'I' and 'Z' are blocky and connected. The 'V' is larger than the 'IZ', creating a balanced yet dynamic shape. The lighting is bright and even, ensuring high visibility of the logo. The color palette is simple and striking, consisting solely of pure white and a strong, primary red, conveying a sense of clarity, modernity, and brand identity.
