Based off the original XBox360 (and in Japan, Playstation 3) RPG Tales of Vesperia by Namco Bandai’s Tales Studio comes the Tales of Vesperia: The First Strike anime film. Featuring a few core characters and secondary and cameo appearances from others, this story acts as a prequel to the events of the game. The set is now slated for release in Australia from the team at Madman Entertainment this September for DVD and Blu-ray, following on from Funimation Entertainment’s release in North America later this month. The film features a hybrid dub track, and brings back many of the original English cast members.
In a mythical kingdom, the mighty Imperial Knights harness a magical substance known as Aer to power their weapons and protect humanity from the monsters of the forest. But something strange is afoot; the Aer is somehow changing, causing the wilderness to waste away and stirring the woodland beasts to attack with greater frequency. As danger creeps steadily closer to civilization, two young recruits – Flynn, the rigid son of a fallen hero, and the rebellious and brash Yuri – must ride with their fellow Imperial Knights to distant ruins in hopes of uncovering the truth behind the transforming Aer. Some will not survive the thrilling journey. Some will be betrayed. If Flynn and Yuri cannot overcome their differences and learn to fight together, all will be lost for the people of the realm.
