Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon (Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon) Images

General Information

"Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon," also known as "Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon," is a popular Japanese manga and anime series created by Naoko Takeuchi. It was originally serialized in manga form from 1991 to 1997 and later adapted into an anime series that aired from 1992 to 1997. Sailor Moon is considered one of the most iconic and influential magical girl franchises worldwide.

The story revolves around a teenage girl named Usagi Tsukino, who discovers that she is the reincarnation of the Moon Princess, Sailor Moon. She is chosen by the talking cat Luna to become a guardian of justice and is tasked with protecting Earth from various villains who wish to conquer it. As Sailor Moon, Usagi joins forces with other Sailor Guardians, forming a team known as the Sailor Senshi.

Throughout the series, Usagi, along with her fellow Sailor Guardians, battles a variety of enemies, including dark forces from the Dark Kingdom, the Black Moon Clan, the Death Busters, and more. The overarching storyline delves into themes of love, friendship, self-discovery, and the importance of standing up against evil.

As the series progresses, Usagi and her friends uncover the truth about their past lives, the existence of the Silver Millennium (a utopian kingdom on the Moon), and the tragic love story between Princess Serenity (Usagi's past self) and Prince Endymion (the prince of Earth). They also encounter the enigmatic Tuxedo Mask, who becomes Usagi's love interest and ally in the fight against evil.

As the Sailor Guardians face increasingly powerful adversaries, they gain new transformations, weapons, and abilities to aid them in their battles. The story takes the characters through various arcs and dimensions, exploring the vast mythology and expanding the Sailor Moon universe.

"Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon" not only captivated audiences with its exciting action sequences but also resonated with viewers through its strong focus on character development and emotional storytelling. It has had a significant impact on the magical girl genre, inspiring subsequent series and leaving a lasting legacy in popular culture.

Author & Illustration (Manga, Original character design): Takeuchi Naoko
Illustration "Sailor Moon, Sailor Moon R, Sailor Moon R Movie" (Anime): Tadano Kazuko
Illustration "Sailor Moon S" (Anime): Tominaga Mari
Illustration "Sailor Moon S Movie, Sailor Moon SuperS Movie" (Anime): Kagawa Hisashi
Illustration "Sailor Moon SuperS" (Anime): Itou Ikuko
Illustration "Sailor Moon Sailor Stars" (Anime): Tamegai Katsumi
Illustration "Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Crystal (Season 1-2)" (Anime): Sakou Yukie
Illustration "Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Crystal (Season 3)" (Anime): Takahashi Akira

Animation Production: Toei Animation


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