Terror in Resonance

Terror in Resonance, also known as Zankyou no Terror, is a Japanese anime television series produced by MAPPA. Directed by Shinichirō Watanabe, with character designs by Kazuto Nakazawa and music by Yoko Kanno, the anime aired from July to September 2014 on Fuji TV's Noitamina block, comprising 11 episodes. Set in an alternate version of the present, Tokyo is hit by a terrorist attack, with the only clue being a cryptic internet video. Two teenage boys, calling themselves 'Sphinx,' known as Nine and Twelve, who seemingly shouldn't exist, are determined to 'wake up the world' through destruction. They steal a prototype atomic bomb and threaten Tokyo. The story involves their interactions with high school student Lisa Mishima and Detective Kenjirou Shibazaki as they investigate the attacks. The anime explores themes of terrorism, social issues, and identity, garnering widespread acclaim for its unique art style, compelling plot, and high-quality music. It has received positive reviews both in Japan and internationally.