Protocol: Rain
2023 • Quad
- Format
- TV
- Aired
- 2023
- Episodes
- 12
- Status
- Finished
- Studio
- Quad · TV Asahi · Toei Video · Starry Cube
- Genres
- Drama
The story centers on Shun Tokinoya, a second-year high school living with his mother and younger sister. After his father's death in an accident and his sister's injury, he quit the game he was passionate about, and now works at an esports café called "FOX ONE." He spends all his time studying and working part-time while hanging out with his childhood gaming friends. Suddenly, he learns that "FOX ONE" has a huge amount of debts. In order to repay the debts, Shun and his friends aim to win the "Xaxerion Championship" and win the prize money. With a sense of guilt, Shun jumps back into the world of online games, and is confronted by Bakuretsu-kun, who used to play the game with him.
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Protocol: Rain is an animated television series produced by the studio Quad and released in 2023. The project emerged from the broader landscape of contemporary Japanese animation, focusing on the intersection of e-sports and character-driven narrative. It centers on the experiences of a young protagonist entering the competitive world of gaming, exploring themes of growth, teamwork, and the high-stakes environment of professional virtual competition.
The visual design and production approach by Quad aimed to modernize the aesthetics of sports-focused animation, utilizing dynamic sequences to capture the intensity of gaming matches. The series was designed to appeal to both casual viewers and those familiar with the e-sports industry, emphasizing the strategic and emotional elements of the players rather than just the technical aspects of the gameplay. Upon its release, it was noted for its attempt to blend relatable personal drama with the specific cultural phenomenon of competitive gaming.
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