Bungou to Alchemist: Shinpan no Haguruma
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EP 1A man runs to save his friend despite the king's threat of execution.
Apr 4, 2020A man rushes toward the royal castle to keep a promise with a friend who took his place on the crucifix, knowing that returning means facing execution by the king. Although his resolve wavers, he persists through various hardships, aided by the sudden appearance of a mysterious figure. He reaches the castle before sunset, where his friend waits. The king then challenges him, questioning whether the friend is truly worth saving. Under this intense pressure, the man looks at his dear friend’s face once more, revealing what he sees in that critical moment.
EP 2A transmigrated writer dives into a tainted book titled Under the Blossoming Cherry Trees Part 1.
Apr 11, 2020A man learns he is a transmigrated writer, a soul-like entity inhabiting a past author's form, allowing him to enter books to combat taints. He enters the corrupted volume Under the Blossoming Cherry Trees Part 1, driven by memories of weeping cherry trees, and sinks into darkness. He awakens in a meadow, meets a young woman, and agrees to escort her to the capital. Upon their arrival, they face an unexpected and tragic encounter that awaits them.
EP 3Two writers intervene to advance the narrative of the decapitating bandit trapped within the book.
Apr 18, 2020Inside the story "Under the Blossoming Cherry Trees," a man assumes the guise of a nameless bandit who decapitates others to satisfy his woman's desires and alleviate his fear of loneliness. To resolve this tale and eliminate the taints, two writers who have delved into the narrative to save him decide to take action and forcibly push the plot forward. Concurrently, within the library, a specific writer contemplates delving into the book, harboring a sense of partial responsibility for the man's entrapment within the fictional world.
EP 4A man meets a boy on a bus and explores literature guided by mysterious voices.
May 9, 2020Fascinated by a beautiful boy he encounters on a bus, a man searches for the book the youth is reading. Guided by an unexplained voice, he locates the author and the book's location. To strengthen his bond with the young man, the man begins reading, becoming increasingly captivated by literature through his interactions with these voices. Both individuals feel that authors and books provide meaning to their existence. However, their shared sense of purpose is disrupted when an unexpected and unimaginable event occurs, altering their path and challenging the value they have found in their literary connection.
EP 5A man questions his identity while authors face strange events and a sudden shooting.
May 16, 2020A man stands motionless and questions his identity and desires upon seeing his reflection in a riverbed. The authors investigating the "Howling at the Moon" case become bewildered as they are drawn into the peculiar events of this strange world. The situation escalates abruptly when a gunshot rings out, causing a pool of blood to spill onto the road. The individual lying amidst the scattered blood is revealed, leaving the authors in a state of shock and confusion regarding the unfolding mystery and the true nature of the events they are witnessing.
EP 6A man attempts to steal the Alchemist's stone but is thwarted by his rival.
May 23, 2020An intruder infiltrates the Chief Librarian's Office to seize the Alchemist's stone, only to be intercepted and knocked down. His natural enemy appears to mock him, triggering a fit of rage. In his anger, the man scribbles on a four meters long paper sheet, escalating the disturbance further. To quell the growing uproar, an observer intervenes with a specific proposal. The narrative focuses on this confrontation and the subsequent offer made to resolve the chaotic situation involving the stolen artifact and the agitated individual.
EP 7The skilled but arrogant painter faces a lord's demand to depict hell to save his daughter.
May 30, 2020A painter renowned for his superior skill in the capital is despised for his appearance and arrogance. He relies solely on visual observation for his art, having previously harmed disciples to capture a gruesome image. Despite this harsh nature, he deeply loved his daughter and lived peacefully until his lord abducted her. To secure her release, he is commanded to create a painting of hell on a folding screen. The narrative focuses on his desperate attempt to fulfill this terrifying commission to rescue his child, with the specific content intended to fill the remaining space of the artwork left as a central mystery.
EP 8A man reflects on his self-centered nature and friends' perceptions of his character.
Jul 4, 2020An individual queries his companions regarding his internal focus on self-interest. His peers respond that he is not inherently malicious, though he struggles with athletics. They note his difficulty in comprehending others' emotions, yet emphasize his superior kindness. Despite lacking practical life skills, he persists without surrendering. Even while adopting a comedic persona, he continues striving to maintain his humanity. Confused by these observations, he resolves to engage with work centered on the concept of selfishness. This narrative explores the contrast between his perceived flaws and his underlying moral compass, highlighting his ongoing effort to connect with others despite his social awkwardness and internal conflicts.
EP 9The man who hid his despair behind a clown's mask while pretending to be human
Jul 11, 2020A man laughs, yet he possesses no understanding of happiness or what it means to be a proper human. In a photograph of a smiling family, one individual displays a forced expression. Despairing over his perceived disqualification from humanity, he conceals his true self from those around him by adopting the role of a clown. This performance allows him to appear normal and earn respect, as he makes others laugh. However, his facade is eventually penetrated, and he is discovered for playing this role. The narrative explores his internal struggle and the eventual exposure of his pretense, highlighting the gap between his public persona and his private despair regarding his place in society.
EP 10Transmigrated man with hazy memories resolves to fight alongside friends to recover them.
Jul 18, 2020A man finds himself transmigrated after being summoned by an Alchemist's stone, yet he struggles to comprehend his new reality. His past memories are unclear, and the people close to him, along with the events of his life, feel distant and foreign, as if they belong to someone else. Determined to restore his lost memories, he makes a firm resolution to investigate the truth and engage in battle alongside his friends. Despite his fervent desire to protect books above all else, he must confront these challenges to regain his identity and understanding of his existence.
EP 11A mysterious man trapped in emptiness seeks to meet someone again.
Jul 25, 2020A man wanders within a suspicious void, hoping to escape and encounter a specific individual to uncover his own identity. He successfully reunites with this person, allowing him to understand the other's true intentions. However, the moment of realization is interrupted when the entire library is violently shaken by a powerful impact that engulfs the surrounding area. This sudden disturbance disrupts their meeting and alters the immediate environment, leaving the consequences of the event uncertain as the narrative focuses on the man's quest for self-discovery amidst the chaos.
EP 12A man reflects on his isolation and the pressure to meet societal expectations.
Aug 1, 2020A man reminisces, suspecting that everyone around him is denying him. For someone delicate and timid, he considered himself his only friend. To live up to society's expectations, he felt compelled to do everything perfectly. Watching him grow weaker day by day was painful, yet unable to stop him, all that remained was to watch. Captivated by literature until the end, the action the man took was...
EP 13A lone man attempts to purify tainted Cogwheels in a burning library.
Aug 8, 2020Amidst a decaying library engulfed in flames, a solitary man rises to purify the corrupted Cogwheels. His friends have perished, leaving him completely alone in the devastation. Despite the overwhelming loss and the destruction surrounding him, he refuses to surrender. The narrative focuses on his desperate struggle to cleanse the tainted artifacts while grappling with the weight of his isolation. The central question remains whether his unwavering determination and lingering feelings are sufficient to save his deceased companions, highlighting a poignant battle against despair and decay.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Bungou to Alchemist: Shinpan no Haguruma have?
- Bungou to Alchemist: Shinpan no Haguruma has 13 episodes.
- When did Bungou to Alchemist: Shinpan no Haguruma come out?
- Bungou to Alchemist: Shinpan no Haguruma came out in 2020.
- Which studio made Bungou to Alchemist: Shinpan no Haguruma?
- Bungou to Alchemist: Shinpan no Haguruma was produced by OLM.
- Who directed Bungou to Alchemist: Shinpan no Haguruma?
- Bungou to Alchemist: Shinpan no Haguruma was directed by Atsuko Nakajima.
- Is Bungou to Alchemist: Shinpan no Haguruma finished?
- Current status of Bungou to Alchemist: Shinpan no Haguruma: Finished.