The official story and preview images for Episode 2, titled "Protect to the Death", of MAPPA's original anime Zenshu. have been unveiled. Episode 2 is set to air in Japan on January 12 at 11:45 PM JST on Japanese broadcasting networks, followed by streaming on global platforms.

The title Zenshu (JP:全修) is derived from an anime industry term meaning "complete revision" or "all retakes." The main staff includes Mitsue Yamazaki as director, Kimiko Ueno as scriptwriter, Yoshiki Tsujino as character concept artist, and Kayoko Ishikawa as character designer, with MAPPA handling production.

Episode2: Story

Natsuko Hirose is offered a position in the Nine Soldiers by Baobab, the prophet of the Last City. However, her conflict with Luke leads to a fallout. While contemplating ways to return to reality, Natsuko recalls the events of the movie A Tale of Perishing, realizing that the Last City faces another crisis. Accepting that there are things worth protecting, even if she cannot return to reality, Natsuko resolves to safeguard the city at any cost.

Synopsis: Zenshu

Natsuko Hirose discovered her talent as an animator after graduating high school and quickly rose to fame, debuting as a director in record time. Her first directorial work became a societal phenomenon, earning her the title of a genius director. For her next project, she takes on a feature-length romantic comedy exploring the theme of first love. However, Natsuko has never been in love, leaving her unable to grasp the concept of first love and halting her progress on the storyboards. One day, while struggling with her work, she loses consciousness. When she wakes up, she finds herself inside the world of A Dying Story, an anime film she adored as a child.

Source : ORICON NEWS