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The Summer 2021 Preview Guide The Case Study of Vanitas

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Rumors revolving around The Book of Vanitas , a clockwork grimoire of dubious reputation, draw Noé, a young vampire in search of a friend's salvation, to Paris. What awaits him in the City of Flowers, however, is not long hours treading the pavement or rifling through dusty bookshops in search of the tome. Instead, his quarry comes to him...in the arms of a man claiming to be a vampire doctor! Thrust into a conflict that threatens the peace between humans and vampires, will Noé cast in his lot with the curious and slightly unbalanced Vanitas and his quest to save vampirekind?

The Case Study of Vanitas is based on Jun Mochizuki 's manga and streams on Funimation on Fridays.

How was the first episode?

The first episode of the The Case Study of Vanitas suffers heavily from a problem I've come to call “proper noun-itis.” Proper nouns are thrown around with no real explanation or context. Worse yet, there is no viewpoint character around to ask the dumb questions that would clear things up and clue us into what's going on.

From what I can piece together, vampires are real and have basically existed living in the shadows of society ever since mankind tried to exterminate them all. Now, however, there is some sort of “Malady” that is corrupting vampires and making them go berserk. It does this by messing with their “True Names”—and only the “Book of Vanitas” can repair the damage.

I'll be the first to admit this is a surface level understanding at best. When it comes down to it, all this first episode really does is show us what happens when a vampire goes berserk and how to cure them. It then tells us that the latter is an amazing feat. It doesn't, however, explain why this is the case.

But that's only the start to the confusion. Usually with long-established fictional entities like vampires, we can assume certain rules: sunlight is bad, a stake through the heart can kill them, etc. But this episode breaks rules right away by having one vampire feed on another, leaving me wondering if any of the normal vampire rules apply beyond the blood-drinking part. Then we have Vanitas himself, who claims to be human but should be dead several times over from the damage he takes throughout the episode if that were true.

Amid all the confusion, there is, however, one major redeeming quality: this anime is beautifully animated. The lines and colors are crisp and clean while the action is dynamic and fluid. This is somewhat to be expected given that the anime's director is Tomoyuki Itamura , who's been one of the directors on pretty much every iteration of the Monogatari Series.

It's solid eye-candy, at the very least. However, I'm not sure that's enough to keep me watching long term. At this point, I'll give the series one more episode to hook me and if not, well, there are plenty of other anime this season for me to pick up.

I am extremely pleased to report that the premiere of The Case Study of Vanitas has officially delivered everything the trailers promised: stylish animation and design work supporting a fantastically detail-oriented representation of old Paris, lush music including a catchy opening theme song, and two beautiful young men with some powerful homoerotic chemistry between them. I did well to choose it as my second most-anticipated, I think.

Things started strong with “Sora to Utsuru” by sasanomaly , which is an absolute bop that stands to be the best opening of the season. The accompanying video, featuring Vanitas and Noé going on a date (or outing, if you really insist on ignoring the subtext) through well-known Paris landmarks, sets the tone for the show and creates expectations of just who the two protagonists are. It's a lot of fun and I'll definitely be watching it with every episode.

The episode itself dabbles a bit more into vaguely gothic/steampunk imagery, with children's book illustrations at the start to explain just what vampires are in this world (they are born, not sired, and weak to the light of the blue moon), airships flying over the city, and baroque, ornate fixtures everywhere you look. It is in this world that Noé, a dead-ringer for Blood Blockade Battlefront 's Zapp Renfro, seeks the Book of Vanitas, which can supposedly bring ruin to vampires. He encounters a young lady vampire who turns out to be suffering from a terrible illness, but both of them are saved by Vanitas, a young man carrying the book that Noé seeks.

It's a feast for every sense, but the main draw for me, and I suspect many other potential audience members, is the dynamic between Noé and Vanitas. It's no secret that there's a lot of gay subtext between them, and they're pretty as all get-out, but that alone isn't enough. It would be so easy to fall into the same sort of relationship as Holmes and Watson, the highly intelligent one solving cases while the other one assists, but things between Noé and Vanitas are much more balanced. Yes, Vanitas is smart and capable, but he's also a klutz and kind of a doofus when he's not curing vampiric illnesses. Noé seems to be a good foil, but he is neither straight man nor dunce, just intelligent and goofy in his own ways that play well off Vanitas. Oh, and he has a cat. Natsuki Hanae and Kaito Ishikawa do excellent jobs portraying both of them, with their quirks and foibles.

The Case Study of Vanitas is the third premiere I've watched, and the first one I'm excited to continue watching.

I am one very happy Victorianist – The Case Study of Vanitas , based on the manga of the same name by the creator of Pandora Hearts , is an exquisite picture of late 19th century France. The visuals for this episode are spectacular, even if we discount the smooth movements of the fight scene between Noé and Vanitas on the airship, the period details are beautifully ornate, right down to the one thing that almost no anime gets right, the number of petticoats under a woman's full skirt. It isn't 100% perfect, but when it looks this nice, that hardly matters.

It's also another type of personal rare beast: a vampire story that intrigues me. While we don't get much vampire lore in this episode, what little there is makes it look as if The Case Study of Vanitas is working with its own mythology, one a bit similar to the manga Dead Girl Murder Farce's in how vampires are born, not made, and live among the general population in relative openness. They don't run around attacking humans willy-nilly, either – if they do, it's a sign that there's something wrong with them, sort of like how nocturnal animals walking around in daylight is a sign that they're rabid. And honestly, that's feeling like a fairly close comparison at the moment; when Amelia gives in to her illness (as Vanitas terms it), she immediately bites Noé, a bite that he fears is poisoned by whatever's ailing her. That doesn't do anything to Noé's determination to save her, but it does give him pause, which is when Vanitas comes rushing in to the rescue.

Vanitas is, at this moment, the biggest obstacle for the series to overcome. He's the off-key instrument in the orchestra, frantically frolicking through the show like a, well, stereotypical anime character, when everyone else is moving to a more stately, gilded beat. While this is doubtless purposeful and meant to establish that Vanitas is his own person not bound by the constraints of society, he's also an effective mood killer, which may not be a great thing, either here or going forward. But hey, at least he looks gorgeous.

Even if Vanitas is annoying, he may be worth dealing with for the rest of the package this episode gives us. There was clearly consultation with someone fluent in French, as the newspaper headlines are all in real, readable condition, as is young Noé's book of fairy tales, and the French words scattered about are also fitting – the airship is called “La baleine,” meaning “the whale,” and the Church's vampire- vanquishers are called “chasseurs,” which means “hunters.” The characters also pronounce “vampire” the French way, “vampeer” not “vampire,” which is a nice bit of setting establishment. This is definitely a show worth keeping an eye on, because it has style, worldbuilding, and characters who all have definite potential – even if Vanitas proves to be the worst aspect of his own series.

After a couple of awkward, run-of-the-mill nonstarters, premiere season has now truly kicked into gear. While Vanitas here is by no means rewriting the formula on vampire anime or supernatural action series at large, this first episode steps up to the plate with such confidence and flair it's hard not to get caught up in it all.

A big part of that is its presentation – Director Tomoyuki Itamura has brought every ounce of the visual flair and experimentation that characterized his work on the Monogatari series to Studio Bones, and painted both a lavish and attractive picture with it all. The mix of different visual styles, ornate environmental designs, and over-the-top direction melds perfectly with Vanitas ' world of steampunk technology, gorgeous vampires, and ridiculous fashion. While the action is largely subdued for this introductory story, what little we see here is as sharp and on point as one could ask for, and in general this premiere just looks fantastic at every opportunity.

The story is a bit closer to average, at least so far. There are some interesting twists to be sure – rather than the dark-haired waif being a vengeful vampire, he's a human seeking to heal the vicious maladies turning otherwise peaceful vampires into rampaging monsters. Our assumed everyman perspective character is himself a vampire, with seemingly a history and secret all his own. But otherwise this story is fairly typical for this sort of supernatural action fantasy. But the series also seems fully aware of that and self-consciously soaks in its own silliness, both embracing its gothic aesthetic and occasionally undercutting it with comedy at just the right moments. In tone, it's actually similar to Studio Bones' Sk8 the Infinity from earlier this year – it's silly, it knows it, but it also wants to have as much fun as possible rather than apologizing for it.

More than anything, that's what this premiere promises to be: fun. It strikes an almost perfect balance with its tone and indulgent setting, and when a show looks this nice that's just about everything you could ask for. I'm very much looking forward to sinking my teeth into Vanitas , both the man and the show at large.

I love it when an anime comes along so early in the Preview Guide to blow my expectations out of the water, because it's always nice to know that you'll have at least one kickass new show to look forward to in a new season. From the scratchy and stylish line art of the fairy tale prologue, to the gorgeous alternate-history Victiorian era aesthetics of the show's world, to the delightful characters and intriguing story — The Case Study of Vanitas is a premiere that basically does everything right when it comes to getting its blood-soaked hooks into its audience so it can leave them begging for more.

For one, Noé makes for an excellent perspective character to follow as the events on the airship unfold; not only does he have a floofy cat named Murr, but we learn that he is a vampire himself, which makes a lot of sense of his desire to protect his new friend Amelia and keep her from losing control and feasting on the blood of innocent humans. Even though Vanitas is a Bones production, the distinct visual flair of director Tomoyuki Itamura comes through clear as day by the time the premiere is done. Not only does the titular Vanitas flash that signature Monogatari grin all over the place once he shows up to put a stop to Amelia's rampage, but Vanitas is positively brimming with animation flourishes and confident direction that makes the whole thing sing, even before the fantasy action set pieces get going in the second half.

I really love the whole concept of a secret community of somewhat benevolent vampires, and the malnomen curse that corrupts their true nature and causes them to become the monstrous bloodsuckers that humans have come to fear in their myths. This makes Vanitas a kind of trickster vampire hunter/healer combo, which is a great spin on the usual dynamic, and it makes his relationship with Noé that much more interesting, especially given the ominous foreshadowing that caps off the episode. An odd-couple pair of vampires whose friendship may or may not lead to soul-crushing tragedy? With a boatload of stylish action and fun comedy in between? Hell yes, absolutely, give me more of this as soon as (in)humanly possible, please!

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The Case Study of Vanitas Gets Full-Length Trailer, Previews Ending Song

Aniplex has unveiled a full-length PV for The Case Study of Vanitas , following the release of 10 short PVs for the upcoming vampire anime. The new trailer offers a one-and-a-half minute preview of the show as well as the ending song  “0 (zero)” by LMYK. 

The previous short PVs featured various characters like main duo Vanitas and Noé, Noé’s cat Murr, Jeanne the “Hellfire Witch,” and the noble-born Dominique de Sade, who is the granddaughter of Noé’s teacher.

The Case Study of Vanitas is scheduled to air on July 2 and will be split into two cours, with the second cour’s premiere date to be confirmed. It is based on the manga by Jun Mochizuki, which launched in Square Enix’s Gangan Joker magazine in December 2015. Yen Press publishes the manga in English and describes the story as:

Rumors revolving around The Book of Vanitas, a clockwork grimoire of dubious reputation, draw Noé, a young vampire in search of a friend’s salvation, to Paris. What awaits him in the City of Flowers, however, is not long hours treading the pavement or rifling through dusty bookshops in search of the tome. Instead, his quarry comes to him…in the arms of a man claiming to be a vampire doctor! Thrust into a conflict that threatens the peace between humans and vampires, will Noé cast in his lot with the curious and slightly unbalanced Vanitas and his quest to save vampire kind?

The Case Study of Vanitas anime is directed by Tomoyuki Itamura ( Nisemonogatari, Owarimonogatari, Tsukimonogatari ) at Bones. Deko Akao ( Noragami, Snow White with the Red Hair ) is serving as script supervisor with Yoshiyuki Itō ( Carole & Tuesday ) as character designer and chief animation director. 

Other staff members include Chiyo Nakayama ( Eden of the East ) as sub-character designer, Shinpei Ishibashi as prop designer, Izumi Takizawa ( Arakawa Under the Bridge ) as visual concept artist and color designer, Shūhei Tada ( Higurashi: When They Cry – GOU ) as art designer, Shingo Kanai ( Btooom! , Weathering with You ) as art director, Ying Ying Zhang ( My Hero Academia ) as photography director, and Takuma Miyake ( Noragami ) as 3DCG director.

The anime’s main cast includes Natsuki Hanae as Vanitas and Kaito Ishikawa as Noé. Other cast members include Inori Minase as Jeanne, Shino Shimoji as Luca, Ai Kayano as Dominique, Akira Ishida as The Teacher (Sensei), Miyu Komaki as Noé’s cat, Murr, Tarō Kiuchi as Dante, Koji Yusa as Johann, and Riho Kuma as Riche.

Funimation will stream the show, while Singapore-based distributor while Aniplus Asia will air the anime as part of its Summer 2021 lineup for Southeast Asia. 

Source: Aniplex YouTube channel , Twitter

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The Case Study of Vanitas Returns With Part 2 Trailer

The Case Study of Vanitas comes returns with a new trailer for Part 2 which shows off the first glimpse of the infamous Beast of Gevaudan.

The Case Study of Vanitas is delving into one of France's most infamous urban legends with the release of a trailer for Part 2's "Beast of Gevaudan" Arc.

Aniplex posted a video to YouTube to promote the return of the gothic fantasy shonen anime, letting fans take a peek at the latest events of the series. Set in the rustic French countryside of Gevaudan, Vanitas and his companions arrive to investigate sightings of a dangerous beast terrorizing the surrounding villages. Chloe d'Apchier, who was last seen in the ending scene of Part 1, also makes a brief appearance in the trailer, alongside the animated debut of characters such as Astolfo Granatum and Jean-Jacques Chastel.

Related:  Why The Case Study of Vanitas' Dr. Moreau Is So Unsettling

The Beast of Gevaudan is actually an infamous legend of French origin, stemming from a series of grisly events that occurred in the area around modern-day Lozere.  While  The Case Study of Vanitas's  reimagining of the beast will likely take some liberties concerning its origins, it appears that certain aspects of the monster's design were based on some of the real-life rumors that spread during the time-- such as the beast's black line atop its reddish coat of fur and its wolf-like features.

The Case Study of Vanitas  is based on a manga written and illustrated by industry veteran Jun Mochizuki, who is also known for her other work,  Pandora Hearts . The ongoing series began publication in 2015 on Square Enix 's shonen magazine,  Monthly Gangan Joker , with nine volumes released as of June 22, 2021. The story revolves around the titular Vanitas , a human who considers himself a doctor for vampires, who owns the legendary  Book of Vanitas . With him is Noe Archiviste, a vampire who hopes to help Vanitas complete his research into a cure for Malnomen, a mysterious disease capable of driving vampires into a feral frenzy.

Related:  The Case Study of Vanitas' Season 1 Finale Leaves So Many Unanswered Questions

The anime adaptation was produced by animation studio Bones ( Mob Psycho 100 ,  My Hero Academia ) and began airing in July 2021, under the direction of  Monogatari  series veteran Tomoyuki Itamura. It received a positive reception from its audience, with fans praising its subtle characterization, masterful soundtrack and engaging dialogue.

The Case Study of Vanitas  Part 1 is available for streaming on Funimation and Hulu. Part 2 is scheduled to begin airing in Japan on Jan. 14, 2022.

Keep Reading:  The Case Study of Vanitas Anime's Biggest Changes From the Manga

Source:  YouTube

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The Case Study of Vanitas Part 2 Reveals New Trailer Featuring Jeanne

The Case Study of Vanitas part 2 has released a new trailer that focuses on the Hellfire Witch – Jeanne. Part 2 of the series premieres on January 14, 2022. The video is titled “The Executioner Hunting the Bait Edition”, and you can watch it below:

The video is the 3rd PV for the anime’s sequel. The official website will release a total of 6 short trailers ahead of part 2’s premiere. The first PV is titled “Beast of Gévaudan”, and was released together with the anime’s new key visual , while the second one featured the new characters Chloé and Jean-Jacques and was titled “ Hidden Vampire Edtion “.

The first cour of The Case Study of Vanitas aired in the Summer 2021 anime season and had a total of 12 episodes. Studio Bones ( Noragami ) animated the series, while Tomoyuki Itamura ( Monogatari series ) directed it. The same director and studio of the anime will also work on part 2.

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About The Case Study of Vanitas

Square Enix has been serializing Jun Mozuchi’s The Case Study of Vanitas manga series since December 2015, and it currently has 9 volumes with 55 chapters available. Yen Press is publishing The Case Study of Vanitas manga series in English. The second cour will adapt Volume 5:

The Beast of Gévaudan, which once plunged France into terror, has risen again in the nineteenth century. As Vanitas and the others investigate the relationship between the Beast and the vampires, they find their way barred by the paladin Astolfo and Jeanne, the Hellfire Witch. Who is it that laughs in a world blanketed white…? Yen Press

Source: Official Website ©望月淳／SQUARE ENIX・「ヴァニタスの手記」製作委員会

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[Qoo News] “The Case Study of Vanitas” Anime Official Trailer Reveals Ending Song by LMYK

The TV anime “The Case Study of Vanitas” starts streaming the official trailer that previews the opening song “Sky and Emptiness” (空と虚) performed by sasanomaly and the ending song “0 (zero)” by LMYK, which is revealed for the first time. The series will premiere on July 2 with 2 cours.

During a blimp ride to Paris, Noé Archiviste meets Vanitas: a human claiming to be a doctor for vampires, curing them of the malnomen which cause vampires to behave predatorily against their will. The book with which he heals, the Book of Vanitas, is connected to the original Vanitas, the Vampire of the Blue Moon, hated by the Vampires of the Red Moon who form traditional Vampire society. Noé and Vanitas join forces to heal vampires, but there lurks a threat of some unknown force named Charlatan which may be responsible for corrupting the sick vampires.

▍ Staff and Production

Original Work: Jun Mochizuki [Gangan JOKER /Square Enix] Director: Tomoyuki Itamura Series Composition: Deko Akao Character Design & Chief Animation Director: Yoshiyuki Ito Sub Character Design: Chiyo Nakayama Prop Design: Shinpei Ishibashi Visual Concept, Color Design: Izumi Takizawa Art Design: Shuhei Tada Art Director: Shingo Kanai Director of Photography: Yingying Zhang 3DCG: Takuma Miyake Editing: Rie Matsubara Sound Director: Kazuhiro Wakabayashi Sound Effect: Shizuo Kurahashi (Sound box), Sachiko Nishi (Sound box) Animation: Bones

■ Vanitas – CV: Natsuki Hanae ■ Noé – CV: Kaito Ishikawa ■ Jeanne – CV: Inori Minase ■ Luca – CV: Shino Shimoji ■ Dominique – CV: Ai Kayano ■ The Teacher – CV: Akira Ishida ■ Murr – CV: Miyu Komaki ■ Dante – CV: Tarō Kiuchi ■ Johann – CV: Koji Yusa ■ Riche – CV: Riho Kuma

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The Case Study of Vanitas

There once lived a vampire known as Vanitas, hated by his own kind for being born under a blue full moon, as most arise on the night of a crimson one. Afraid and alone, he created the "Book of Vanitas," a cursed grimoire that would one day take his vengeance on all vampires; this is how the story goes at least. Vanitas no Carte follows Noé, a young man travelling aboard an airship in 19th century Paris with one goal in mind: to find the Book of Vanitas. A sudden vampire attack leads him to meet the enigmatic Vanitas, a doctor who specializes in vampires and, much to Noé's surprise, a completely ordinary human. The mysterious doctor has inherited both the name and the infamous text from the Vanitas of legend, using the grimoire to heal his patients. But behind his kind demeanor lies something a bit more sinister... [Written by MAL Rewrite]

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