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Ai no Kusabi

Ai no Kusabi

★ 5.1/10•2012•26m•18•Drama•Animation•Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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This futuristic tale is set in a world where men are assigned various social classes based on their hair color. Iason Mink, a high-class Blondie, runs into Riki, a black-haired Mongrel, and makes him his "Pet." As Riki learns of the dangers Iason faces by keeping him, he finds himself developing feelings for his master. This is a remake of the 1992 OVA of the same name.

StatusEnded
Runtime26m
LanguageJA
First Air DateJan 18, 2012

Episodes

Episode 1 - Petere: Caged BeastE126m

Petere: Caged Beast

In the central city of Tanagra, which is ruled by the enormous computer Jupiter, Riki was held captive in the Eos Tower, the residential area of the privileged class. He was kept as a pet by one of the most elite artificial beings, a blonde individual known as Iason Mink. Despite having his freedom and dignity stripped away and undergoing inappropriate training, Riki refused to be tamed and resisted those around him. Then, one day, while Riki stood in front of the heavily guarded entrance gate of Eos, a door that should never have opened suddenly did. In this unprecedented escape event initiated by Riki, Iason was faced with a dilemma...

Jan 18, 2012

Episode 2 - Pardo: Broken WingsE226m

Pardo: Broken Wings

In the outskirts of the pleasure city, Midas, lies the special autonomous district of Keres. Within the harsh class-based society, this area, situated at the lowest rung, is commonly referred to as the Slums. Riki, who had been returned to his old stomping grounds in the Slums by Iason after three years, reunites with his former comrades. Among them is Guy, the only partner Riki ever opened up to. Riki, who once led the delinquent group "Bison" and exuded an overwhelming presence, returns to the Slums, accompanied by unpleasant rumors spreading throughout the area. Despite not offering any explanations, Riki occasionally displays a troubled expression. Guy senses a subtle transformation in Riki's demeanor.

Feb 15, 2012

Episode 3 - Congressus: EncounterE326m

Congressus: Encounter

Kirie, the new addition to Guy's group, harbored a sense of rivalry towards Riki, who had returned to the Slums. Riki, coerced by Kirie, agrees to go to a pet auction where humanoid pleasure toys are being offered for sale. Unable to forget his past humiliations, Riki becomes increasingly frustrated by Kirie's behavior and his expressed desire to "rise to the top." On the other hand, Iason, who had released Riki and refrained from having a pet, was also headed to the auction venue upon the recommendation of a fellow Blondie, Raoul. In a city adorned with extravagance and desire, Riki and Iason once again cross paths...

Mar 21, 2012

Episode 4 - Retino: BondageE426m

Retino: Bondage

Riki unexpectedly reunites with Iason at the pet auction venue. Unable to conceal his shock, Riki drinks at a run-down shot bar on the outskirts while vividly recalling bitter memories of pleasure and suffering. It all began three years ago on that fateful night. Riki, a streetwise Slum mongrel, would steal valuables from the crowds, then race through the unending nightlife of the city of Midas. Seeking both sustenance for survival and the thrill of the hunt, he scouted for easy targets. Suddenly, someone grabbed his wrist from behind. With a chilling tone, the one who had captured him was none other than Iason, a Blondie who stood at the pinnacle of the privileged class...

Apr 18, 2012

Actors

Shin-ichiro Miki

Shin-ichiro Miki

Katze (voice)

Kentaro Ito

Kentaro Ito

Riki (voice)

Toru Okawa

Toru Okawa

Isaon Mink (voice)

Kohsuke Toriumi

Kohsuke Toriumi

Gai (voice)

Showtaro Morikubo

Showtaro Morikubo

Kirie (voice)

Takaya Kuroda

Takaya Kuroda

Raoul (voice)

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