魔神英雄伝ワタル

Mashin Hero Wataru (魔神英雄伝ワタル) is a Japanese anime series co-produced by Sunrise and Red Entertainment. The original series aired on Nippon TV from April 15, 1988, to March 31, 1989. The story follows Wataru Ikusabe, a fourth-grade elementary student who is summoned by the mythical dragon Ryujinmaru to the magical realm of Soukaizan. Wataru becomes the chosen savior tasked with saving this world. The series is known for its unique world-building, distinctive characters, and the combination of robot battles and fantasy adventures. It has spawned numerous sequels, OVAs, video games, and merchandise, gaining popularity among viewers. The initial anime series incorporated elements of Chinese and Japanese mythology, integrating RPG game aspects into the animation. Soukaizan is portrayed as a pyramid-shaped world made up of tiers, where the protagonist must complete tasks and defeat enemies on each tier to progress to the next level. Mashin Hero Wataru achieved great success in Japan and other parts of Asia, including China. The latest anime, Mashin Hero Wataru: The Seven Spirits of Ryujinmaru, was released online on April 10, 2020. A new anime television series titled Mashin Genesis Wataru, was announced in January 2024, and is scheduled to premiere on January 12, 2025 on TV Tokyo and other networks.