Paradox Live THE ANIMATION

2023 - 2023

CLUB Paradox

3rd October 2023

Episode 1

In the near future, a unique metal known as "phantometal" is used to usher in a new trend into the hip-hop scene. Illusions are manufactured through emotions, making a magnificent display for the "Phantom Lives" sweeping across the world.

DESIRE

10th October 2023

Episode 2

cozmez, a team of twins named Kanata and Nayuta Yatonokami grew up in less-than-ideal circumstances. Living in the slums of society, the brothers make a living to support one another.

JUSTICE

17th October 2023

Episode 3

Ryu Natsume is a unique member of The Cat’s Whiskers. He doesn’t experience trap reactions when using phantometal and his past is wrapped in mystery. One day, Ryu finds a kitten and brings it home.

PRIDE

24th October 2023

Episode 4

BAE pay a visit to The Cat’s Whiskers dressing room before the battle. Disregarding Allen and Anne’s respect for them, Hajun makes a harsh evaluation, but Ryu’s brief comment sets Hajun into a rage as he leaves the room.

FAMILY

31st October 2023

Episode 5

Akanyatsura are a family full of chivalry. Each of them burdened by the trauma of a certain event, they think of each other as a family unrelated by blood.

SECRET

14th November 2023

Episode 6

The first single from when BURAIKAN were independent appears, which catches the attention of many. Elsewhere, Iori and Kanata discuss the dangerous truth about Phantometal.

LOVE

21st November 2023

Episode 7

Shiki is forced to confront his inner demons to remember what happened "that night" with Nayuta.

VIBES

28th November 2023

Episode 8

In the run-up to BAE's challenge against Akanyatsura, Hajun suffers the consequences of his exposure to the Phantometal. His BAE teammates must enter his mind to save him.

BREAK

5th December 2023

Episode 9

After saving Hajun, BAE decide to go to a traditional Japanese inn with hot springs in search of tranquility. However, a legend that speaks of the good fortune attracted by a rainbow beetle that inhabits the area will transform this break into a meeting of rappers in search of the beetle.

LOST

12th December 2023

Episode 10

Allen's past haunts him to the point that a reunion with his father causes him to flee from BAE's battle against cozmez.

MEMORIES

19th December 2023

Episode 11

The extra battle is coming up, but without BAE, Cozmez automatically wins. But another shock awaits Kanata...

Paradox Live

26th December 2023

Episode 12

Kanata has fallen into the clutches of an unscrupulous researcher. Can the others still save him?

Top Cast

Gakuto Kajiwara•Ryota Takeuchi•Yusuke Kobayashi

Animation Drama

Saturated in hip hop culture comes the birth of a new movement known as "Phantom Live." Each of the artists have a metal accessory known as "Phantom Metal" which chemically reacts to the wearer's emotions to produce an image, setting a magnificent stage for enthusiastic youths. With legendary club "CLUB paradox" hosting the mysterious Paradox Live, four teams: BAE, The Cat's Whiskers, cozmez and Akanyatsura each receive an invitation to participate, each with their own genre of music in a race to the top.

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Full Cast

Gakuto Kajiwara Image

Gakuto Kajiwara

Allen Sugasano (voice)

Ryota Takeuchi Image

Ryota Takeuchi

Naoakira Saimon (voice)

Yusuke Kobayashi Image

Yusuke Kobayashi

Kanata Yatonokami (voice)

Takayuki Kondo Image

Takayuki Kondo

Iori Suiseki (voice)

Kensho Ono Image

Kensho Ono

Chisei Kuzuryu (voice)

96neko

Anne Faulkner (voice)

Ayumu Murase Image

Ayumu Murase

Hajun Yeon (voice)