Gen Urobuchi
| Gen Urobuchi | |
|---|---|
| Born |
December 20, 1972 Tokyo, Japan |
| Occupation | Writer, scriptwriter |
| Nationality | Japanese |
| Education | Wakō University |
| Genre | Fantasy, Horror, Sci-fi |
| Notable works |
Puella Magi Madoka Magica Fate/Zero Psycho-Pass Saya no Uta Kamen Rider Gaim |
| Notable awards |
2011 Newtype Anime Awards - Screenwriter Prize 11th Tokyo Anime Award for Best Screenplay |
| Relatives |
Natsuko Sebata (mother) Shū Wada (father) Sunao Ohtsubo (paternal grandfather) Tsunashirō Wada (paternal great-grandfather) Gibi Wada (paternal great-uncle)[1] |
Gen Urobuchi (虚淵 玄 Urobuchi Gen, born December 20, 1972) is a Japanese writer for visual novels, light novels, and anime. He is best known for writing the highly acclaimed and commercially successful anime series Madoka Magica, which earned him the Tokyo Anime Award for Best Scriptwriter. Some other of his popular works include the 2003 visual novel Saya no Uta, the 2012 anime Psycho-Pass, the light novel and anime Fate/Zero, and the 2013–2014 Kamen Rider Gaim. He currently works at Nitroplus.
Urobuchi's works often contain dark and nihilistic themes, tragic plot twists, and heavy usage of gore, which in turn has earned him the nickname "Urobutcher" from his fans. Anime written by Urobuchi that have won the Newtype Anime Award have been Puella Magi Madoka Magica in 2011, Fate/Zero in 2012 and Psycho-Pass: The Movie in 2015.
History
Urobuchi graduated from Wako University.[2] He aspired to become a novelist and after seeing Shizuku and Kizuato by Leaf, he felt confident about the range of expression that games have.[3][4] He then started working at Nitroplus and worked on Phantom of Inferno as his debut series.
Writing style
In choosing names for the characters he develops, Urobuchi has stated that he shies away from selecting generic names that would match their personalities and instead opts for more unusual names that he believes would eliminate noise when fans try finding information on the characters with search engines. In a discussion with Urobuchi, manga writer Kazuo Koike contrasted this decision with the naming style in his own works, which emphasized more forthright names that were easier to remember. However, he praised Urobuchi's method for inviting viewers to "involve themselves deeper into the story and actively work to understand the characters."[5] Urobuchi also said he attempts to keep at least one trait in common between each individual character and himself so that he can always identify with them on some level.[6]
Work
Visual novels
- Phantom of Inferno (2000)
- Vampirdzhija Vjedogonia (2001)
- Kikokugai: The Cyber Slayer (2002)
- Jōka no Monshō (2003)
- Saya no Uta (2003)
- Outlaw Django - Zoku: Satsuriku no Django (2007)
- Psycho-Pass: Mandatory Happiness (2015) - Project Planning, Supervisor[7]
Manga
- Vampirdzhija Vjedogonia (with Tetsuya Sakata). Serialized in Comic Dragon, 2 volumes published by Dragon Comics (Kadokawa Shoten). August 2001, February 2002. ISBN 4049261774 ISBN 4049261936
- Ancient Misty (with Tetsuya Nakamura). Serialized in Dengeki Comic Gao!, 1 volume published by Dengeki Comics (MediaWorks). August 27, 2007. ISBN 978-4840240178
Light novels
Kikokugai: The Cyber Slayer (with Chūō Higashiguchi)
- Kikokugai: The Cyber Slayer 1 - Violet Lightining Palm. Kadokawa Sneaker Bunko. December 25, 2004. ISBN 4-04-427809-1
- Kikokugai: The Cyber Slayer 2 - Demon-eyed Beauty. Kadokawa Sneaker Bunko. February 2005. ISBN 4-04-427810-5
- Kikokugai: The Cyber Slayer (single-volume paperback compilation). Sai Zen Sen Fictions (Star Seas). December 11, 2013. ISBN 978-4-06-138955-7
Hakubō no Dendōshi (with kamiwata & Akira Yasuda)
- Hakubō no Dendōshi. Nitroplus Books/Sai Zen Sen Fictions (Star Seas). December 29, 2004/March 15, 2012. ISBN 978-4-06-138824-6
Fate/Zero (with Takashi Takeuchi)
- Fate/Zero 1 - The Untold Story of the Fourth Holy Grail War. Type-Moon Books/Sai Zen Sen Publications (Star Seas). 2006/January 12, 2011. ISBN 4-06-138903-3
- Fate/Zero 2 - The Gathering of Spirits. Sai Zen Sen Publications (Star Seas). February 9, 2011. ISBN 4-06-138904-1
- Fate/Zero 3 - The Mad Feast of Kings. Type-Moon Books/Sai Zen Sen Publications (Star Seas). 2007/March 10, 2011. ISBN 4-06-138906-8
- Fate/Zero 4 - The Scattered Ones. Type-Moon Books/Sai Zen Sen Publications (Star Seas). 2007/April 7, 2011. ISBN 4-06-138908-4
- Fate/Zero 5 - The Quickening of Darkness. Sai Zen Sen Publications (Star Seas). March 10, 2011. ISBN 4-06-138910-6
- Fate/Zero 6 - Flames of Purgatory. Type-Moon Books/Sai Zen Sen Publications (Star Seas). 2007/June 10, 2011. ISBN 4-06-138912-2
Black Lagoon (with Rei Hiroe)
- Black Lagoon - Shaitane Badi. Gagaga Bunko. July 18, 2008. ISBN 4-09-451079-6
- Black Lagoon 2 - Ballad of the Sinful Wizard. Gagaga Bunko. January 18, 2011. ISBN 4-09-451249-7
Eisen Flügel (with Chūō Higashiguchi)
- Eisen Flügel. Gagaga Bunko. July 17, 2009. ISBN 4-09-451146-6
- Eisen Flügel 2. Gagaga Bunko. December 18, 2009. ISBN 4-09-451180-6
Kin no hitomi to tetsu no ken (with Yun Kōga)
- Kin no hitomi to tetsu no ken. Sai Zen Sen Fictions (Star Seas). April 14, 2011. ISBN 4-06-138802-9
Anime
Series
| Year | Series | Studio | Role | Episodes | Scripts | Genre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Blassreiter | Gonzo | Series Composition, Script | 24 | 8 (10-12, 15-17, 22-23) | Action, Science fiction |
| 2009 | Phantom: Requiem for the Phantom | Genco, Bee Train | Original Scenario, Screenplay | 26 | 3 (6, 18, 25) | Action, Romance, Tragedy |
| 2011 | Puella Magi Madoka Magica | Shaft | Series Composition, Script | 12 | 12 | Dark fantasy, Drama, Horror |
| 2011 | Fate/Zero | Ufotable | Original Creator, Script Supervision | 13 | — | Action, Fantasy, Horror, Thriller |
| 2012 | Fate/Zero 2nd Season | Ufotable | Original Creator | 12 | — | Action, Fantasy, Horror, Thriller |
| 2012 | Psycho-Pass[8] | Production I.G | Story Concept, Series Composition, Script | 22 | 21 (all but episode 12) | Cyberpunk, Dystopian, Science fiction, Crime thriller |
| 2013 | Gargantia on the Verdurous Planet | Production I.G | Story Concept, Series Composition, Script | 13 | 2 (1, 13) | Adventure, Science fiction, Mecha |
| 2014 | Aldnoah.Zero | A-1 Pictures, TROYCA | Original Creator, Script | 12 | 3 (1-3) | Action, Mecha, Science fiction |
| 2014 | Psycho-Pass 2 | Tatsunoko Production | Planning Supervision, Story Concept | 11 | — | Cyberpunk, Dystopian, Science Fiction, Crime Thriller |
| 2015 | Aldnoah.Zero 2nd Season | A-1 Pictures, TROYCA | Original Creator | 12 | — | Action, Mecha, Science fiction |
| 2015 | Gunslinger Stratos: The Animation | A-1 Pictures | Original Scenario | 12 | — | Action, Science Fiction |
| 2015 | Chaos Dragon: Red Dragon Campaign | Silver Link, Connect | Original Creator | 12 | — | Action, Fantasy |
| 2015 | Wooser's Hand-to-Mouth Life: Phantasmagoric Arc | Sanzigen | Script | 13 | 1 (13) | Comedy |
| 2016 | Concrete Revolutio 2nd Season | Bones | Script | 11 | 1 (7) | Superhero, Science Fiction, Fantasy |
| 2016 | Thunderbolt Fantasy | PILI | Original Creator, Chief Supervision, Script | 13 | 13 | Action, Fantasy |
Movies
| Year | Series | Studio | Genre |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part 1: Beginnings | Shaft | Dark fantasy, Drama, Horror |
| 2012 | Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part 2: Eternal | Shaft | Dark fantasy, Drama, Horror |
| 2013 | Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part 3: Rebellion | Shaft | Dark fantasy, Drama, Horror |
| 2014 | Expelled from Paradise[9] | Toei Animation | Mecha, Science fiction |
| 2015 | Psycho-Pass: The Movie[10] | Production I.G | Cyberpunk, Dystopian, Science fiction, Crime thriller |
| 2017 | Godzilla: Planet of the Monsters[11] | Toho Polygon Pictures | Kaiju, Science fiction |
Sound dramas
- Kikokugai: The Cyber Slayer (2004) - Script
- Fate/Zero (2008-2013) - Original Creator, Script (Fate/Zero BD boxsets bonus)
Video games
- Puella Magi Madoka Magica Portable (2012) - Project Planning, Supervisor[12]
- Gunslinger Stratos (2012) - Original Scenario
Tokusatsu
- Kamen Rider Gaim (2013–2014) - Series Composition, Script. 47 episodes, 44 (all but 30, 37, 47)
- Kamen Rider Gaim: Great Soccer Battle! Golden Fruits Cup! (2014) - Original Creator, Script Supervision.
Other
- Garm Wars: The Last Druid (2014) - Scriptwriter (Japanese)[13][14]
Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Newtype Anime Award | Best Screenplay | Puella Magi Madoka Magica | Won |
| 2012 | Tokyo Anime Award | Won | ||
| 2015 | Newtype Anime Award | Psycho-Pass: The Movie | Won |
External links
- Gen Urobuchi at Anime News Network's encyclopedia
- Gen Urobuchi on IMDb
- Gen Urobuchi on Twitter
References
- ↑ Kusaka, Sanzō, ed. (July 27, 2013). The Complete Works of Sunao Ohtsubo Volume 4 [零人 (大坪砂男全集4)] (in Japanese). Tokyo Sogensha. p. 601. ISBN 978-4-488-42514-2.
- ↑ "萌え系だけど過酷 アニメ「まどか☆マギカ」の型破り 制作者が語るヒットの秘密" (in Japanese). The Nikkei. 11 August 2011. Retrieved 30 April 2017.
- ↑ 金の瞳と鉄の剣 (in Japanese). 4 April 2011.
- ↑ Urobuchi, Gen (24 May 2010). "続編の構想もあった――Xbox 360版『ファントム』虚淵玄さんインタビュー" (Interview) (in Japanese). Japan: Dengeki Online. Retrieved 30 April 2017.
- ↑ Ransom, Ko (January 29, 2012). "Report: Kazuo Koike and Gen Urobuchi Chat". Anime News Network. Retrieved May 5, 2012.
- ↑ Sevakis, Justin (July 27, 2012). "Gen Urobuchi Focus panel". Anime News Network. Retrieved May 8, 2014.
- ↑ "Psycho-Pass Anime Gets Xbox One Game by 5pb.". Anime News Network. Anime News Network. 2014-05-27. Retrieved August 19, 2016.
- ↑ "Updated Psycho-Pass Promo Video Previews Song". Anime News Network. Anime News Network. 2012-09-13. Retrieved September 14, 2012.
- ↑ "Expelled From Paradise Art Posted by Toei, Nitro+, Urobuchi, FMA's Mizushima". Anime News Network. 2012-09-20. Retrieved 2012-09-20.
- ↑ "Psycho-Pass Film Slated for January 9 With Gen Urobuchi, Makoto Fukami". Anime News Network. Anime News Network. 2014-09-26. Retrieved October 10, 2014.
- ↑ "2017 Godzilla Anime Film Penned by Gen Urobuchi". Anime News Network. Anime News Network. 2016-08-19. Retrieved August 19, 2016.
- ↑ "Madoka Magica Gets PSP Game with Gen Urobuchi". Anime News Network. Anime News Network. 2011-08-09. Retrieved March 27, 2012.
- ↑ "1st Minute From Mamoru Oshii's Pilot for Garm Wars Streamed". Anime News Network.
- ↑ "Mamoru Oshii's Garm Wars Film to Open in Japan on May 20". Anime News Network.
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