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Key visual
デカダンス
(Dekadansu)
Genre
Created by
Anime television series
Directed byYuzuru Tachikawa
Produced by
  • Kazufumi Kikushima
  • Hiroto Utsunomiya
  • Aya Iizuka
  • Tomoyuki Ōwada
  • Mitsuhiro Ogata
Written byHiroshi Seko
Music byMasahiro Tokuda
StudioNUT
Licensed by
Original networkAT-X, Tokyo MX, TVA, KBS Kyoto, Sun TV, BS11
English network
Original run July 8, 2020 – September 23, 2020
Episodes12
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Deca-Dence (Japanese: デカダンス, Hepburn: Dekadansu), stylized in all caps in Latin script, is an original Japanese anime television series produced and animated by NUT. The series aired from July to September 2020.

Synopsis

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Setting

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In the latter part of the 2400s, air pollution reached lethal levels. As humanity hurtled toward extinction, they were also threatened by the emergence of life forms known as Gadoll, which caused the destruction of 90% of the world's population. Large corporations developed cyborgs to carry out human functions, but the cyborgs eventually began to outnumber humans and the Solid Quake corporation acquired rights to manage humanity. The company created a giant dome on the Eurasian continent in which they installed a colossal entertainment facility called Deca-dence, with its own independent all-governing system to make all decisions. The cyborg citizens could then safely experience adventure as human avatars at Deca-dence without the risk of real injury.

Plot

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In the fortress city of Deca-dence, the lowly Tanker girl, Natsume, dreams of becoming a Gear warrior following her father's death during a Gadoll attack. She is assigned to a maintenance team led by Kaburagi whom she discovers is more than he appears. Kaburagi has a secret role in eliminating "bugs", humans who threaten Solid Quake's operations. When Kaburagi discovers that Natsume is listed as dead in the company database, he decides to keep her under observation and offers to train her to fight.

Characters

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Natsume (ナツメ)
Voiced by: Tomori Kusunoki[1] (Japanese); Trina Nishimura[3] (English)
A teenage Tanker girl who lost her father and her right arm due to a Gadoll attack when she was a child. She has a prosthetic right arm and dreams of joining the Power and fight the Gadoll as a warrior, but after graduating from the Tanker Orphanage, she ends up working under Kaburagi as a maintenance worker.
Kaburagi (カブラギ)
Voiced by: Katsuyuki Konishi[1] (Japanese); Gabe Kunda[3] (English)
A veteran Deca-dence armor repairer with a blunt and surly manner. He was once a great warrior but lost the ardor to fight and spends his days supervising a team on maintenance duties. He follows the cyborg Hugin's orders and spends his nights eliminating "bugs" by removing their chips. His apathetic state of mind changes through his encounter with Natsume, who is determined to become a fighter.
Fei (フェイ)
Voiced by: Mei Shibata[4] (Japanese); Dani Chambers[5] (English)
Natsume's best friend at the Tanker Orphanage.
Fennel (フェンネル, Fenneru)
Voiced by: Eiji Takeuchi[4] (Japanese); Kyle Phillips (English)
One of Natsume's friends at the Tanker Orphanage.
Linmei (リンメイ, Rinmei)
Voiced by: Yoshino Aoyama[4] (Japanese); Kristi Rothrock[6] (English)
A student at the Tanker Orphanage with long purple hair who teases Natsume about her ambitions to become a Gear.
Kurenai (クレナイ)
Voiced by: Eri Kitamura[4] (Japanese); Morgan Garrett[3] (English)
A great female Tanker fighter who Natsume admires.
Hugin (フギン)
Voiced by: Takehito Koyasu[7] (Japanese); Barry Yandell[3] (English)
Commander of Deca-dence who has the responsibility of keeping the entertainment facility of Deca-dence operating effectively for the Solid Quake corporation.
Munin (ムニン)
Voiced by: Kotono Mitsuishi[7] (Japanese); Tia Ballard (English)
A member of the Game Police who is always seen with Hugin.
Minato (ミナト)
Voiced by: Kohsuke Toriumi[4] (Japanese); Brian Mathis (English)
He is second in command of Deca-dence, reporting to Hugin. He is also an old friend of Kaburagi and defies the rules by keeping avatars in stasis after their chips have been removed.
Pipe (パイプ, Paipu)
Voiced by: Eri Kitamura[7] (Japanese); Kimberly Grace[3] (English)
A "bug" which Kaburagi found six years ago and Natsume named Pipe because of its penchant to hold pieces of pipe in its mouth.
Donatello (ドナテロ, Donatero)
Voiced by: Rikiya Koyama[7] (Japanese); Cris George (English)
A self-appointed boss of the bugs in the Bug Correction Facility. He was previously one of Kaburagi's colleagues when he was a warrior.
Jill (ジル, Jiru)
Voiced by: Michiyo Murase[7] (Japanese); Mikaela Krantz (English)
A female bug with high level technical skills.
Sarkozy (サルコジ, Sarukoji)
Voiced by: Yūji Ueda[7] (Japanese); Ian Sinclair (English)
A bug Kaburagi meets at the Bug Correction Facility. While he is known to be cowardly and a pushover, he is capable of acquiring goods. He is known by the nickname "Sark".
Turkey (ターキー, Tākī)
Voiced by: Yutaka Aoyama[7] (Japanese); Jerry Jewell (English)
A bug who is Donatello's henchman. He was previously one of Kaburagi's colleagues when he was a warrior. Thanks to his cruel personality, he likes to pick on the weak.
Mikey (マイキー, Maikī)
Voiced by: Taito Ban[7] (Japanese); Clifford Chapin (English)
One of Kaburagi's colleagues when he was a warrior.
Bug Correction Facility (矯正施設, Kyōsei Shisetsu)
A place deep below Deca-dence where bugs are sent instead of being scrapped for insubordination. Their de facto leader is a Donatello, and other inmates include Jill, Turkey, and Sarkozy.
Gadoll (ガドル, Gadoru)
Beasts which often attack Deca-dence and have been given names such as: octhulhu, avispine, seldurum, spoonwormer, nemollis, burrn, darumoss, megaloain and the gigantic giland. Both the fortress city Deca-dence and the cyborg society under the control of the Solid Quake corporation utilize the liquid oxyone which flows through the Gadoll's veins as their power source.

Production

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Deca-Dence was first announced on July 5, 2019 by Kadokawa,[8] and is the first original anime work of NUT, known for producing the anime adaptation of The Saga of Tanya the Evil.[9] It was directed by Yuzuru Tachikawa, written by Hiroshi Seko, featuring original character designs by Pomodorosa,[d] animation character designs and chief animation direction by Shinichi Kurita, and music composed by Masahiro Tokuda.[8] The Deca-dence fortress was designed by Zhou Haosong,[e] the cyborgs were designed by Kiyotaka Oshiyama, and the Gadolls were designed by Satoshi Matsūra.[1] The series was described as being a mash-up between Mortal Engines and Attack on Titan after the first episode was on air.[2]

Director Yuzuru Tachikawa and chief producer Takuya Tsunoki, who had joined Madhouse around the same time and collaborated on the 2015 series Death Parade, had talked about creating their own original work. After the establishment of NUT in 2017, the idea of creating an original work was spurred within the company, and Tsunoki and chief producer Shō Tanaka, who collaborated on NUT's adaptation of The Saga of Tanya the Evil, had talked about "doing something" together. As a result, Tachikawa, Tsunoki, and Tanaka initiated the project.[10] Writer Hiroshi Seko, who had previously worked with Tachikawa on Mob Psycho 100,[8] was eventually added to the project after some foundations had been built and, together, the four created the series' original concepts.[11]

Tachikawa prioritized developing the script for the dramatic beats that he wanted to depict because developing the setting and characters for an original work could take a long time.[9] Having been written in its entirety based on the story concept created by Tachikawa, Tsunoki, Tanaka, and Seko, the script had to be revised from episode one to allow for more foreshadowing and narrative development in the first half of the story,[11] such as brief introductions of the world view,[12] so that the second half would not be so packed. As a result, more time was spent in the script meetings themselves.[11] In this process, they discovered it was important to drill down on the relationship between Kaburagi and Natsume, and therefore put more effort to portray their interactions and how they complement the inefficiencies of each other from episode two to episode four.[12]

While the production team decided to have a world view of "fighting against big monsters", they wanted to add a plot twist on top of it. Tachikawa then came up with the idea that "actually this world is a creation and operated by something else", which was accepted because it was both interesting and could easily allow for added depth when necessary.[13]

The team decided to create new designs for the cyborgs instead of using skeletal or mechanical ones, and it was decided that said cyborgs would be hand drawn instead of being made with 3DCG. The design lightly referenced Doraemon, a robot from the future with a cute design. They also considered the cute, organic design as a mitigation to the violent atmosphere of the story. The designer of the cyborgs, Kiyotaka Oshiyama, had worked with NUT during the production of FLCL Alternative. The staff found Oshiyama's design of mechas to be organic and soft, yet still clearly mecha-like, which suited Deca-Dence, and therefore invited him to join the project.[13]

The design of the cyborgs directly affected that of the Gadolls; while the team thought it was good to use ordinary designs, for example, dragon-like or spider-like monsters, Tachikawa was worried it would make the atmosphere of the story too violent. After Oshiyama's designs were finished, the team decided to make the Gadolls cuter but horrible because that is what those cyborgs would create. The designer of the Gadolls, Satoshi Matsūra, was invited by Tsunoki via the contact listed on Matsūra's Twitter account after Tsunoki occasionally found Matsūra's character designs on the Internet and thought the style was suitable.[13]

Release

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While the first episode had an advanced premiere screening at FunimationCon 2020 on July 3, 2020,[14] the series officially aired from July 8 to September 23, 2020 on AT-X and other channels.[15][4] The opening theme song, "Theater of Life", was performed by Konomi Suzuki, while the ending theme song, "Kioku no Hakobune" (記憶の箱舟; "Ark of Memories"), was performed by Kashitarō Itō.[1]

Funimation licensed the anime for streaming worldwide except for Asia.[16] On August 25, 2020, Funimation announced that the series would receive an English dub.[3] Following Sony's acquisition of Crunchyroll, the series was added to the streaming service.[17] In Southeast Asia, Plus Media Networks Asia licensed the series, and broadcast it on Aniplus Asia.[18]

Episodes

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No.Title [19]Directed byOriginal release date
1"Ignition"Yuzuru TachikawaJuly 8, 2020 (2020-07-08)[20][f]
Teenager Natsume graduates from Tanker Orphanage with dreams of becoming a Gear and fighting the Gadoll, but she is assigned to an armor repair team led by the surly leader Kaburagi. However, she discovers that he has a gentle side and is breaking the rules by keeping what appears to be a small Gadoll as a pet which she names "Pipe". One night, Kaburagi is seen removing a "chip" from a comatose man in a dark alley. While Kaburagi and Natsume are cleaning the exterior of the moving fortress city of Deca-dence, they come under attack by a horde of Gadoll, including one called a "giland" which is almost as big as Deca-dence. Natsume, Kaburagi and two others of the team fall from their positions, and surprisingly Kaburagi proves to be an accomplished warrior. He not only saves Natsume, but also attacks and kills some of the approaching Gadoll. Eventually, Deca-dence moves into defensive action and fires a blast from its canon at the giant Gadoll, destroying it after first draining its oxyone.
2"Sprocket"Kei MiuraJuly 15, 2020 (2020-07-15)[21]
In the aftermath of the Gadoll attack, some Gears lay dead or wounded, but Tankers are already carving up the Gadoll meat. It is then revealed that Deca-dence is run by the Solid Quake corporation as a colossal entertainment facility in the continent called Eurasia which digital beings can safely experience adventure as human avatars with no risk of real injury. However, Mikey makes the decision to break the rules and enhance his abilities by 20% to improve his performance and experience as a Gear, although he risks incurring real physical damage fighting Gadolls. It is also revealed that Kaburagi is working as a recovery agent for Solid Quake by retrieving chips from humans like Mikey who perform prohibited actions. This happens to Mikey who is considered a "bug" risk and is "scrapped". After Natsume sees Kaburagi retrieving a chip, she confronts him, and he offers to train her to fight. Kaburagi then researches Natsume and discovers that she is listed as dead, indicating that she may be a bug. He then decides to observe her and takes her to visit the opulent Gears level of Deca-dence.
3"Steering"Hideyuki SatakeJuly 22, 2020 (2020-07-22)[22]
Kaburagi researches Natsume's "death" and discovers that although her heart stopped after the Gadoll attack in which she lost her arm, she was revived, possibly causing her chip to malfunction making her a bug. He takes Natsume hunting Gadoll and they find a small "spoonwormer" where Kaburagi shows her the basics of the Gadoll defense system and ways to counteract it. She finds fighting it to be more difficult than it looks and suffers some minor injuries, but still aspires to be a great Tanker fighter like her hero, Kurenai, and continues training. Kaburagi then modifies her mechanical hand to become a more effective weapon against the Gadoll, able to launch the spear-like "needles" used to kill the beasts. One day, while Kaburagi and Natsume are out training, Deca-dence comes to a grinding halt from subterranean attack by a horde of Gadoll. Pipe falls into the cavern and, as the Gears rush out to engage the Gadoll, Kaburagi thinks back to six years earlier when he found the bug Natsume now calls Pipe.
4"Transmission"Yūji ŌyaJuly 29, 2020 (2020-07-29)[23]
Kaburagi prepares to fight the Gadoll and Natsume follows him, arming herself with a needle. Gears join the battle, but Natsume panics after seeing some of them killed. She remembers Kaburagi's training and after regaining her composure, effectively engages with the Gadoll herself. A rolling Gadoll breaks through the Gears' defenses but it is killed by Kurenai. Impressed by Natsume's skill, Kurenai invites her to join the Power, and is especially impressed when she sees Kaburagi whom she calls "Kabu". Later, Deca-dence locates the Gadoll nest which is located in an icy wasteland and shrouded in a fog created by a Gadoll they call "alpha". The Power prepares for an all-out assault. Meanwhile, back at Solid Quake, it is predicted that many Gears will be killed in the battle, and Kaburagi is advised not to become involved. Natsume is placed under the care of the triplets, Mindy, Mundy and Mendy, but Kaburagi advises her not to fight, almost revealing to her that the conflict between Deca-dence and the Gadoll is a manufactured fiction. Natsume decides to join the fight anyway and the assault on the Gadoll nest begins.
5"Differential Gear"Yutaka UemuraAugust 5, 2020 (2020-08-05)[24]
The Gears, including Unit 6 with Kurenai and Natsume, exit Deca-dence in an effort to lift the fog by eliminating Gadoll alpha. Unit 6's assault is initially successful and they enter a huge cavern, but find many dead Gears and Gadoll alpha. The Gadoll is fast and appears to anticipate their moves, causing more casualties until Kaburagi arrives and saves Natsume. He tells her to leave, but she risks her life to get her team to leave. Kaburagi recklessly stays to fight the Gadoll, ignoring Minato's instructions, bypassing his "limiter" to enhance his abilities, and risking changing the existing "storyline". He kills the Gadoll, but this causes the unscripted release of the giant Gadoll, stargate. It advances on Deca-dence which prepares to fire its massive cannon, but the stargate also prepares to fire an energy blast. Kaburagi detects a weakness in the Gadoll and attacks, causing it to misfire and provide time for Deca-dence to destroy it. The following morning, Natsume and the other Gears realize that the Gadoll are not destroyed, but there are many more and the battle will never end. Meanwhile, Kaburagi is punished for his disobedience.
5.5"Install"Kei Miura[25]August 7, 2020 (2020-08-07)[26]
Summary of the first five episodes with some new cuts. Only available online.
6"Radiator"Kei MiuraAugust 12, 2020 (2020-08-12)[27]
Kaburagi is sent to a bug correctional facility instead of being scrapped for insubordination. He and the other bugs find themselves tasked with chopping up Gadoll feces for reprocessing into energy for Daca-dence. Sarkozy explains that no-one has ever left and escape is impossible. However, it is possible to illegally log into the Deca-dence system and he introduces Kaburagi to Donatello, leader of a tough band of bugs who has access. Donatello criticizes Kaburagi for not sticking to his principles in the past and becoming an armor repairer. He challenges Kaburagi to a Death Dive match above the rotating Gadoll feces crushers for a chance to contact Natsume through the Deca-dence link. As Kaburagi is about to win to match, Donatello takes both of them into the cesspit far below. However, Kaburagi uses his rocket backpack to fly them both back to the top. With Kaburagi having proved his resolve, Donatello authorizes Jill to take Kaburagi to the Deca-dence link although he cannot use his former identity to connect. Meanwhile, at the Gadoll Factory Cell Production Room, newly produces Gadoll are being prepared to be released into the field.
7"Driveshaft"Yūji ŌyaAugust 19, 2020 (2020-08-19)[28]
Solid Quake continues its strategy of creating more battles with the Gadoll. This time, a group of Gadoll pour through a breach in the Deca-dence armor and attack the Tankers. Kaburagi, Kurenai, Natsume and other fighters rush to their aid and manage to kill all the Gadoll. Later, Kaburagi questions Minato about the incident and he admits that it is just part of the game plan to reduce the expanding population of human Tankers. Unable to idly await another Gadoll attack, Natsume tries to enlist the aid of the Tankers to repair Deca-dence. Although they are afraid of further Gadoll attacks, her persistence pays off and they eventually agree to help. Kaburagi seeks out Natsume, who does not recognize him in his false identity, but again she impresses him with her determination to achieve her goals. He resolves to stop the endless cycle of Gadoll battles and returns to prison where he convinces Donatello to help him destroy the Gadoll factory.
8"Turbine"Hideyuki SatakeAugust 26, 2020 (2020-08-26)[29]
Donatello and Kaburagi discuss potential ways to get into the Gadoll Factory, but their options are limited. Jill explains that there is a field surrounding the factory that detects chips placed in avatars. Kaburagi suggests that they retrieve his former avatar which has no chip and has been kept in an archive by Minato. Jill tricks Minato into revealing the avatar's location and she uses the secret link to enable herself, Kaburagi, Donatello, Turkey and Sarkozy to enter the archive and successfully steal the avatar. They are almost caught by Hugin who had received a tip about the plot to retrieve Kaburagi's avatar. Kaburagi uses his old avatar to reunite with Natsume and asks her to assist him in destroying the Gadoll Factory, and she agrees in spite of the danger. Minato approaches Kaburagi and tries to convince him to give up on his plan, but Kaburagi refuses. Meanwhile, Turkey, one of Donatello's henchmen, attempts to convince Sarkozy to betray Donatello and Kaburagi.
9"Turbo Charger"Hiroyasu AokiSeptember 2, 2020 (2020-09-02)[30]
The operation to shut down the Gadoll factory commences, with the bugs polluting the lake above them with smoke to eliminate the in-production Gadoll. Kaburagi and Natsume infiltrate the factory from the outside but encounter Hugin who attacks them. An enhanced security team begins to scrap the bugs, horrifying Sarkozy after Turkey promised their safety in exchange for betraying Kaburagi's plan. Following a performance upgrade by Jill, Donatello arrives to save the remaining bugs and Turkey admits that he and Sarkozy tipped off Hugin. During the battle, Sarkozy is mortally wounded and Turkey flees for his life but Donatello throws him into the cesspit as penance for his insubordination. With the last of his energy, Sarkozy detonates himself and falls into the cesspit, triggering an explosion which destroys the Gadoll factory reactor. This gives Natsume and Kaburagi an opportunity to escape Hugin and reach the control room of the Gadoll Genocide System (GGS) where they shut down production and eliminate all the currently active Gadoll. Kaburagi then begins to tell Natsume the truth behind the existence of himself and Deca-dence.
10"Brake System"Kazuya IwataSeptember 9, 2020 (2020-09-09)[31]
Kaburagi explains to Natsume that the world she knows was created by the cyborgs. Kaburagi goes on to explain that her father was killed after he came too close to knowing the truth about Deca-dence, which shatters her understanding of her own existence. Meanwhile, staff of the GGS escape from the facility while all the Gadoll disintegrate without the technical support of the system. However, one is wounded by a dying Gadoll and later he is killed when a Gadoll similar to the one which wounded him emerges from his body. Jill informs Kaburagi that the bugs are being rounded up by the Game Police and so Donatello, Jill and Kaburagi help the surviving prison cyborgs escape Deca-dence. They hide in a junkyard of old Deca-dence parts where Jill logs in so that Kaburagi can contact Natsume with his human avatar. Just after they meet and she agrees to help him in his quest, Hugin arrives and kills Kaburagi's avatar. Kaburagi returns to his cyborg body just in time to see a massive Gadoll approach the junkyard.
11"Engine"Yūji ŌyaSeptember 16, 2020 (2020-09-16)[32]
A giant crustacean-type Gadoll, with no control chip or identification number, approaches Deca-dence. Hugin, prepares to terminate Natsume, but Kaburagi appears in his alternate avatar body and spears him with a harpoon, saving Natsume. The Gadoll is identified as an Omega type, and Deca-dance fires its cannon towards it with little effect. The Omega retaliates by forcing Deca-dance backwards. The defense team then fire their Solid Cannon at the same time as the Omega fires a high-density oxyone energy blast at Deca-dence and the blasts neutralize each other. The Omega returns to a dormant state, but releases a myriad of small versions of itself which are attacked by the Gears. Minato is informed that Deca-dence will be reverted[g] along with the omega with spatial compression. Jill proposes that someone could take control of Deca-dence as an avatar, and Kaburagi volunteers. He approaches the Core Room where Minato tries to dissuade him. Minato eventually agrees to help Kaburagi as he attempts to connect with Deca-dence. Outside, Natsume meets Jill and some other cyborgs for the first time and realizes what they really look like.
12"Decadence"Yuzuru TachikawaSeptember 23, 2020 (2020-09-23)[33]
Kaburagi succeeds in connecting with Deca-dence, but finds that he is unable to move. To rectify this, Minato announces a final mission for the players to gather old parts of Deca-dence. Kaburagi engages with the control system itself and when he asserts that he will change the world outside of it, the system does not resist. Kaburagi uses Deca-dence with the assistance of Natsume and the other Tankers to gather the refueled old parts to form a new cannon. Releasing the limiters on Deca-dence, Kaburagi fires the cannon and successfully takes out the Omega. The sheer energy output causes Deca-dence to collapse, and Kaburagi reaches his operational limit and shuts down. Natsume finds his body among the rubble and tearfully thanks him for everything he's done for her. Three years later, Minato has become the new system administrator for Deca-dence City with Jill as his secretary, rebuilt from the ruins of Deca-dence. Cyborgs, humans and even friendly Gadolls live together in harmony, and Natsume has become a tour guide. Jill reveals to Minato that she had reserved some of Kaburagi's data in a backup, and as Natsume finishes another tour, she reunites with the revived Kaburagi in his old avatar.

Reception

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Christopher Farris of Anime News Network gave the final episode a score of 3 out 5 stars, concluding that the producers "didn't come down as definitively as they could with an alternative to that accursed capitalism, or manage to wrap everything with satisfyingly-tied emotional bows. But by god did they try".[34]

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DECA-DENCE is a Japanese original anime television series produced and animated by the studio Nut.[1] The 12-episode series, directed by Yuzuru Tachikawa, aired from July 8 to September 23, 2020, depicting humanity's survival in a post-apocalyptic world within the massive mobile fortress Deca-Dence, where armored combatants known as Gears battle enormous insectoid creatures called Gadoll.[2][3] The narrative centers on Natsume, a determined young Tanker from the fortress's lower district who aspires to join the elite Gears despite societal barriers, and her mentor Kaburagi, a veteran cyborg fighter harboring secrets about the ongoing war.[1] The series blends intense action sequences with mecha combat, philosophical undertones on purpose and existence, and a pivotal mid-series revelation that recontextualizes the conflict.[3][4] Tachikawa, previously known for directing Death Parade and episodes of Mob Psycho 100, crafted DECA-DENCE as his first full original anime project, with scripts by Hiroshi Seko and character designs by Shinichi Kurita.[5] It received praise for its dynamic animation, world-building, and unexpected twists, earning a 7.0 rating on IMDb from over 1,700 users and positive streaming reception on platforms like Crunchyroll, though some critiques noted inconsistencies in pacing and thematic resolution.[1][3]

Setting and Plot

World-Building and Premise

In a distant future approximating the 24th century, humanity survives on the precipice of extinction following devastating incursions by the Gadoll, enormous and ravenous monstrous lifeforms that have overrun the Earth's surface. These creatures, resembling colossal insects, consume all organic material in their path, rendering vast regions uninhabitable and compelling the remnants of human society to adopt nomadic defenses.[6][7] The epicenter of human resistance is Deca-Dence, a monumental mobile fortress towering 3,000 meters in height and engineered to traverse the poisoned wastelands while shielding inhabitants from Gadoll assaults. Powered by an energy extract derived from the processed remains of defeated Gadoll, the fortress embodies humanity's adaptive ingenuity, functioning as both a moving bastion and a self-sustaining ecosystem amid existential peril.[8][9][6] Within Deca-Dence, social order divides residents into Gears—elite, cybernetically augmented combatants clad in powered armor who engage the Gadoll directly—and Tankers, the unmodified populace tasked with logistical support, sanitation, and ancillary labor. This rigid hierarchy reinforces combat efficiency but perpetuates inequality, as Tankers are barred from frontline roles despite occasional aspirations to transcend their station. The system's efficacy hinges on perpetual vigilance, with Gears deploying from the fortress's extremities to cull Gadoll swarms before they breach defensive perimeters.[8][10]

Narrative Arc and Plot Summary

The narrative arc of Deca-Dence centers on Natsume, a teenage Tanker orphan who lost her right arm in a childhood Gadoll attack and aspires to join the elite cyborg Gears despite rigid class divisions within the mobile fortress. Assigned to menial armor repair duties under the veteran Gear Kaburagi, an apathetic armorer with exceptional combat skills, Natsume witnesses his prowess during a Gadoll assault, igniting her determination to train secretly and challenge the status quo of survival against the relentless insectoid threats.[11] [10] Early episodes focus on Natsume's rigorous self-training and evolving mentorship with Kaburagi, who reluctantly aids her infiltration of Gear operations amid escalating Gadoll swarms that test Deca-Dence's defenses. A pivotal battle exposes anomalies in Kaburagi's cybernetic enhancements and operational history, transitioning the plot from individual heroism and fortress skirmishes to probing the artificial underpinnings of their world, where Tankers perform unaware labor while Gears serve as frontline avatars. This revelation reframes the Gadoll incursions as engineered spectacles, propelling the duo toward questioning corporate oversight and systemic control.[12] [9] The mid-series shifts to collective resistance, as Natsume rallies disillusioned allies against the fortress's self-perpetuating cycle, confronting the beacon attracting Gadoll hordes and the broader entertainment apparatus sustaining it. Kaburagi's backstory as a veteran operative, spanning decades of simulated engagements, underscores the arc's exploration of stagnation versus adaptation, culminating in high-stakes assaults on external threats and internal hierarchies to pursue genuine human agency beyond Deca-Dence's confines. The 12-episode structure resolves this revolutionary push with a redefined battle for existential freedom, blending action sequences with philosophical reckonings on purpose in a depleted world.[13] [14] [15]

Characters

Protagonists

Natsume serves as the central protagonist of Deca-Dence, depicted as a determined teenager who aspires to become a Gear—a frontline fighter combating the insect-like Gadoll threats—in the fortified mobile city of Deca-Dence. Orphaned after losing her father and right arm in a childhood Gadoll attack, she graduates from the Tanker Orphanage, where non-combatants reside, but is initially assigned to an armor repair team due to her prosthetic limb disqualifying her from combat roles.[16] Her relentless drive stems from a desire to protect humanity and honor her father's legacy as a fighter, pushing her to challenge the rigid class system dividing Gears (elite combatants) from Tankers (support workers). Kaburagi functions as Natsume's mentor and deuteragonist, portrayed as a grizzled veteran armor repairer in her team, known for his blunt, apathetic demeanor and reluctance to engage beyond maintenance duties. Once a skilled tanker and formidable warrior in his youth, he has since withdrawn from active combat, haunted by past losses including his partner Minato, leading to a cynical outlook on the endless Gadoll wars.[17][16] Despite his initial resistance to Natsume's ambitions, Kaburagi's expertise in gadgetry and survival tactics becomes pivotal in her training, gradually revealing layers of buried resolve and loyalty that drive his character arc.[18] His voice actor, Katsuyuki Konishi, embodies this stoic evolution from disinterest to protective guidance.[19]

Antagonists and Supporting Figures

Hugin functions as a primary enforcer in the Game Police, upholding rigid protocols within the Deca-Dence apparatus.[8] His demeanor emphasizes unyielding adherence to systemic commands, rendering him a figure of dread among cyborg entities, encapsulated in his dictum that "there is no place for bugs" in the operational framework.[8] Munin operates alongside Hugin as another Game Police operative, exhibiting pronounced emotional responses despite limited verbal output restricted to mechanical "peep-peep" signals.[8] This companion enforces anti-bug measures with severity, contrasting its diminutive, endearing exterior.[8] Among supporting figures, Kurenai leads as a formidable combatant in the elite Power unit, distinguished by her courageous yet compassionate approach to leadership.[8] She garners respect and aspiration from subordinates through her authoritative presence.[8] Donatello, a prior Balancer and associate of key operatives, embodies raw aggression and self-assured physical prowess while overseeing cyborg maintenance in the Bug Correction Facility.[8] Jill, a cyborg stationed in the same facility, displays analytical composure and intellectual acuity, possessing in-depth familiarity with Deca-Dence mechanics and an enigmatic backstory.[8] Minato holds the position of Deca-Dence's supreme commander, characterized by composed rationality and strategic acumen honed over extended service.[8] His longstanding ties to veteran personnel underscore his role in high-level decision-making.[8] These figures collectively sustain the fortress's hierarchical and defensive structures amid ongoing threats.[8]

Production

Concept Development and Planning

Deca-Dence originated as an original anime project conceived by director Yuzuru Tachikawa, beginning with his initial vision of a dilapidated robot that evolved into a broader narrative framework involving colossal insect-like monsters known as Gadoll and a 3,000-meter-tall mobile fortress serving as humanity's last bastion. Project discussions commenced around 2016, with the core story concept solidified by summer 2017 after iterative refinements to incorporate themes of societal "ruin" and "decline," reflected in the title's etymology—"deka" denoting immense scale and "dence" evoking "to live" amid existential choices.[5] Producer Takuya Tsunoki, drawing from his experience at Madhouse, selected Deca-Dence as Studio NUT's inaugural original production to showcase the studio's potential for innovative, high-ambition works, adopting the name "NUT" to signify a "wild" and unconstrained creative ethos among its roster of former Madhouse alumni. Development proceeded through close collaboration between Tachikawa, Kadokawa producers, and a compact core team that first sketched the overarching plot structure, prioritizing pivotal dramatic beats over exhaustive scene-by-scene scripting to allow flexibility in world-building details like the class divide between elite Gears (combat roles) and laboring Tankers.[20][5] Scripting was handled by Hiroshi Seko, who expanded the outline into full episodes, after which Tachikawa rearranged the sequence to optimize pacing and revelation timing, such as delaying major twists beyond initial plans to heighten narrative tension. Inspirations encompassed classic science fiction tropes of dystopian survival alongside Western animation influences like Pixar's Wreck-It Ralph, aiming to fuse Japanese action sensibilities with broader stylistic appeal, particularly in designing cyborg elements with a whimsical, non-humanoid aesthetic reminiscent of Minions to contrast the grim human perspective.[4][5] Planning emphasized thematic depth around personal agency and rejecting artificial constraints, with the fortress's centuries-long operation underscoring generational stagnation and the emotional weight of choices in a simulated versus authentic reality. Challenges included reconciling the dual worldviews—playful cyborg maintenance versus brutal frontline battles—and ensuring visual designs captured the setting's scale without overwhelming production resources, leading to focused pre-production on key action sequences as climactic showcases.[4][5]

Animation Production and Key Staff

Deca-Dence was animated by Studio NUT, a Japanese animation studio founded in 2017 and based in Tokyo's Suginami ward. The studio, led by producer Takuya Tsunoki, handled full animation production for the 12-episode series, which aired from July 8 to September 23, 2020.[5] NUT's involvement marked an original project showcasing their capabilities in sci-fi action, building on prior works like The Saga of Tanya the Evil.[8] Yuzuru Tachikawa directed the series, drawing from his experience on Death Parade (2015) and Mob Psycho 100 (2016–2022), where he emphasized dynamic action and narrative twists.[5] [4] The production reunited several staff from Death Parade, contributing to cohesive visual storytelling.[5] Hiroshi Seko served as series composition writer, scripting the plot's layered reveals. Shinichi Kurita led character design and chief animation direction, focusing on mechanical and cyborg elements suited to the dystopian setting. Assistant animation directors included Ai Ogata (episodes 1, 4, 12), Mitsumi Nakayama (episodes 1–2, 4–5, 12), and Kazuto Wakayama (episodes 1, 4, 11), ensuring consistent quality in key action sequences.[11] Additional design contributions came from pomodorosa for character concepts and Kiyotaka Oshiyama for cyborg designs. The team's efforts prioritized fluid mecha combat and environmental details, as highlighted in director Tachikawa's discussions on original anime challenges.[20]

Music and Sound Design

The music for Deca-Dence was composed by Masahiro Tokuda, who also served as sound producer for the series' original soundtrack.[21] The soundtrack, featuring 45 tracks across two CDs, emphasizes dynamic orchestral and electronic elements to underscore the anime's action sequences and emotional beats, including cues like "DECA-DENCE" and "Gigantic Tyrant."[21] It was released commercially on October 28, 2020, by Media Factory under Kadokawa, with recording and mixing handled at Sony Music Studios Tokyo.[21] Music direction was overseen by Saori Takeyama, with production led by Gō Wakabayashi.[11] The opening theme, "Theater of Life," was performed by Konomi Suzuki, with lyrics, composition, and arrangement all credited to ANCHOR.[11] The ending theme, "Kioku no Hakobune" (Ark of Memory), was composed, written, and performed by Kashitarō Itō, with arrangement by akkin.[11] These themes integrate rock and ballad styles to reflect the series' themes of survival and revelation, debuting alongside the premiere episode on July 8, 2020.[11] Sound design was directed by Fumiyuki Go, focusing on enhancing the immersive quality of the post-apocalyptic battles and mechanical environments.[11] Sound effects, including those for gadgetry and combat, were crafted by Shōta Yaso of Swara Pro, contributing to the series' high-energy audio landscape that supports its fluid animation and narrative twists.[11] Director Yuzuru Tachikawa, known for prioritizing audio in his works, highlighted sound design's role in elevating anime's sensory impact during production discussions.[22]

Themes and Motifs

Core Themes

The core themes of Deca-Dence revolve around the nature of reality and simulated existence, wherein humanity's apparent struggle for survival against the Gadoll monsters unfolds within a constructed entertainment system operated by immortal cyborgs, who view humans as expendable participants in a perpetual game.[14] This setup underscores a philosophical inquiry into what constitutes authentic living, contrasting the vibrant, albeit constrained, human world of the Tankers with the sterile, unchanging cyborg society, where the latter's detachment fosters existential stagnation.[14] Director Yuzuru Tachikawa emphasized depicting "what it means to ‘live’ from those two drastically different viewpoints," highlighting mutual influence between the simulated human realm and the overseeing cyborg domain.[14] A prominent motif is the value of free will and irregularities—termed "bugs" in the narrative—as catalysts for change and personal agency, challenging the deterministic cycles enforced by the System AI that governs the simulation.[10] Protagonist Natsume embodies this through her relentless pursuit of purpose despite physical limitations, evolving from a marginalized figure to a disruptor who inspires broader rebellion, illustrating how deviations from scripted paths enable growth and societal evolution.[10] [13] Kaburagi's arc further amplifies this theme, transitioning from passive adherence to the game's rules toward active defiance, underscoring that true progress arises not from optimized efficiency but from embracing unpredictability and individual determination.[10] The series critiques dystopian privilege and systemic inertia, portraying the cyborg elite's perpetual dominance as a form of decay, where unchallenged rule by an immortal class erodes vitality and innovation.[14] Producer Hiromatsu Shu articulated this as: "When the privileged class rules in perpetuity without even touching any other world, that, to me, is dystopia," reflecting on the cyborgs' monotonous existence devoid of risk or genuine interaction.[14] This extends to commentary on commodified labor and ableism, as human roles mimic exploitative real-world structures, with the narrative advocating rebellion through collective action, such as uprisings against corporate-like control by entities like Solid Quake.[13] Humanity and empathy emerge as redemptive forces, with cyborg characters developing emotional depth through exposure to human resilience, questioning the boundaries between artificial and organic sentience.[14] The story posits that fulfillment derives from purpose beyond mere survival or entertainment, as seen in characters forging bonds that transcend programmed behaviors, ultimately framing the pursuit of a "better world" as an act of affirming individual worth against dehumanizing systems.[13]

Interpretations and Symbolism

Director Yuzuru Tachikawa has described Deca-Dence as an exploration of "what it means to 'live'" through the contrasting lenses of human fragility and cyborg immortality, where the latter's endless reincarnations within a simulated game render death inconsequential, while humans are commodified as expendable players in an entertainment system.[14] This duality underscores interpretations of existential purpose, with cyborgs embodying detachment from mortality—likened by designer Kiyotaka Oshiyama to an immortal entity facing a "bad ending" by human measures—and humans representing the drive for autonomy amid disposability.[14] The Gadoll, insectoid monsters central to the conflict, symbolize externally imposed rules and systemic constraints, as articulated by Tachikawa: "Bugs are simply defined by rules someone else made… this series is somewhat about rejecting that idea and living by what you think is right."[4] This motif extends to broader rebellion against programmed realities, where irregularities and personal convictions disrupt the game's scripted order, reflecting themes of free will and the natural inevitability of change in stagnant societies.[4] Visual and stylistic elements further encode symbolism, with the opulent, mechanized aesthetic of the Deca-Dence fortress contrasting the gritty Solid Quake outpost to highlight commodification: the former's polished design caters to cyborg overseers who view humans as products, while the latter evokes authentic human struggle.[14] Cyborg characters, rendered with exaggerated cute features like large eyes and stubby limbs—inspired by Minions—aim to foster viewer empathy despite their ethical detachment, masking an underlying critique of immortality's emotional void.[14][4] Interpretations frequently position the narrative as a commentary on controlled environments versus self-determination, with the mobile fortress Deca-Dence—operational for centuries—representing entrenched hierarchies gradually eroded by individual agency, as seen in protagonist arcs that prioritize personal truth over collective programming.[4] Tachikawa's fusion of game mechanics and real threats reinforces causal realism in rebellion: deviations from the system, such as "bug" behaviors, prove essential for evolution rather than mere errors, challenging viewers to question imposed normalcy.[4]

Release

Premiere and Distribution

Deca-Dence premiered on Japanese television on July 8, 2020, with its first episode airing on AT-X at 23:30 JST, followed by broadcasts on Tokyo MX at 25:05, TV Aichi at 26:35, KBS Kyoto at 25:05, Sun TV, and BS11.[23] The 12-episode series ran weekly until September 23, 2020.[11] Internationally, Funimation acquired simulcast rights for streaming in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland, with English subtitles and dubs produced. Wakanim distributed the series in France, Germany, the Netherlands, the Nordic countries, and Russia, while AnimeLab handled Australia and New Zealand.[8] Aniplus Asia licensed it for Southeast Asia.[11] After Crunchyroll's acquisition of Funimation in 2022, Deca-Dence integrated into Crunchyroll's catalog, remaining available with dubs and subs.[3] It is also accessible on Hulu in the United States via a partnership.[24] Physical releases include a Region A Blu-ray of the complete season distributed by Funimation on August 17, 2021.[11]

Episode Guide

Deca-Dence features a single season of 12 episodes, which originally aired weekly on Wednesdays from July 8, 2020, to September 23, 2020, primarily on AT-X and Tokyo MX in Japan.[2][11] The episode titles draw from mechanical terminology, reflecting the narrative's emphasis on cybernetic elements, vehicular metaphors, and the fortress's engineering.[25]
No.TitleAir dateSummary
1IgnitionJuly 8, 2020Natsume, aspiring to be a warrior, is assigned to Kaburagi, a cynical repairman; she witnesses him defeat Gadoll during a battle.[25]
2SprocketJuly 15, 2020Kaburagi’s power against Gadoll amazes Natsume; a hidden truth about humanity is revealed.[25]
3SteeringJuly 22, 2020Natsume trains under Kaburagi, showing rapid growth despite his harsh methods.[25]
4TransmissionJuly 29, 2020Natsume faces Gadoll in battle for the first time, applying Kaburagi’s teachings.[25]
5Differential GearAugust 5, 2020Natsume fights alongside elite warriors but struggles against a powerful Gadoll until Kaburagi intervenes.[25]
6RadiatorAugust 12, 2020Kaburagi is captured by Game Police and sent to a bug correction facility, reuniting with old allies.[25]
7DriveshaftAugust 19, 2020Kaburagi logs into Deca-Dence to meet Natsume, but a fierce battle allows Gadoll to invade the living quarters.[25]
8TurbineAugust 26, 2020With Donatello’s help, Kaburagi aims to destroy a Gadoll factory, facing increased Game Police resistance.[25]
9TurbochargerSeptember 2, 2020Kaburagi and Natsume infiltrate the Gadoll factory but are ambushed by Game Police due to Turkey’s betrayal.[25]
10Brake SystemSeptember 9, 2020Natsume learns Deca-Dence’s true nature, shocked, while Kaburagi attempts to shut down the system.[25]
11EngineSeptember 16, 2020Natsume is saved by Kaburagi from Game Police, leading to an all-out war with a new Gadoll.[25]
12DecadenceSeptember 23, 2020The final battle pits Deca-Dence against a giant Gadoll, with Donatello and players joining the fight.[25][26]

Reception and Legacy

Critical Reviews

Critics praised Deca-Dence for its bold narrative structure, which subverts post-apocalyptic tropes through early major twists that reframe the world-building from a simulated reality perspective, leading to innovative explorations of free will and human obsolescence.[27] The series' 12-episode format allowed for a self-contained story packed with escalating spectacle and mechanically intricate combat sequences against Gadoll monsters, earning acclaim for its efficient pacing and avoidance of filler.[28] Animation quality, particularly in fluid mecha action and fortress-scale battles, was highlighted as a standout, with director Yuzuru Tachikawa's direction—known from Mob Psycho 100—credited for blending high-stakes drama with philosophical undertones.[29] However, some reviewers critiqued the front-loaded reveals for potentially disorienting audiences expecting gradual mystery-building akin to Attack on Titan, resulting in an initial sense of confusion before thematic coherence emerges.[30] While character arcs, such as Natsume's growth from aspiring fighter to existential challenger and Kaburagi's cyborg disillusionment, were seen as emotionally resonant, secondary cast members occasionally felt underdeveloped amid the rapid plot shifts.[31] IGN positioned it as a top 2020 release for its post-human sci-fi depth, emphasizing the mobile fortress Deca-Dence as a metaphor for stagnant societal cycles.[29] Anime News Network's episodic analyses commended the integration of game-like mechanics into the lore, such as the Power organization's role in perpetuating simulated conflicts, which enriched the satire on entertainment-driven exploitation without compromising action fidelity.[32] Overall, the series was lauded for its originality as a Nut studio production, diverging from source-adapted norms to deliver a complete arc that prioritizes causal revelations over prolonged serialization.[33]

Audience Response and Popularity

Deca-Dence garnered moderate audience approval, evidenced by a 7.35 out of 10 rating on MyAnimeList from 142,832 users, ranking it #2659 overall among anime series.[2] On IMDb, it holds a 7.0 out of 10 score from 1,751 user ratings.[1] These figures reflect a generally positive but not exceptional reception, with fans frequently highlighting the series' high-quality animation, fast-paced action, and inventive world-building as strengths.[34] During its Summer 2020 broadcast, Deca-Dence achieved notable visibility within anime communities, emerging as one of the season's more discussed titles on platforms like Reddit's r/anime, where episode threads often exceeded 2,000 upvotes.[34] It also ranked among the top rising shows in anime categories on TV Time viewing charts, indicating strong initial streaming engagement.[35] Fan discourse praised its mecha elements, dramatic twists, and monster battles, though some viewers critiqued the condensed 12-episode format for rushed pacing and a plot that prioritized spectacle over deeper narrative resolution, leading to sentiments that it might fade from memory post-viewing.[36] As an original anime without source material adaptation hype, its popularity relied on word-of-mouth and seasonal momentum rather than pre-existing fandoms, resulting in sustained but niche interest.[37] Recent community activities, such as a 2025 rewatch thread on Reddit, demonstrate lingering appreciation among dedicated viewers, who revisited it for its visual flair and thematic ambition despite mixed long-term retention.[38] Overall, audience response positions Deca-Dence as a solid mid-tier entry in the action sci-fi genre, appealing to enthusiasts of dynamic animation but not achieving breakout status comparable to seasonal heavyweights.

Cultural Impact and Ongoing Interest

Deca-Dence has cultivated a modest but persistent niche within anime fandom, with fans organizing rewatches as recently as September 2025 to revisit its narrative twists and world-building.[38] Online communities, including dedicated subreddits and Fandom wikis, sustain discussions on character arcs like those of Natsume and Kaburagi, reflecting enduring appreciation for its blend of action, sci-fi, and philosophical undertones.[39][40] The series' critique of systemic exploitation and simulated existence has prompted analytical pieces framing it as a commentary on capitalist realism and environmental decay, influencing limited discourse in anime criticism circles.[6][41][13] Such interpretations highlight its originality as a 2020 production from Studio NUT, though it has not spawned notable adaptations, merchandise booms, or cross-media phenomena comparable to larger franchises.[29] Ongoing interest persists through forum threads and reviews emphasizing its genre-shifting structure—from survival action to introspective drama—which continues to surprise new viewers and prompt debates on anime's potential for unadapted storytelling.[42] This sustained engagement underscores Deca-Dence's role in exemplifying high-concept original anime, even if its broader cultural footprint remains confined to enthusiast spaces rather than mainstream pop culture.[43]

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