Sasaki and Peeps explained
| Ja Kanji: | 佐々木とピーちゃん |
| Ja Romaji: | Sasaki to Pii-chan |
| Type: | novel series |
| Author: | Buncololi |
| First: | December 4, 2018 |
| Type: | manga |
| Author: | Buncololi |
| Illustrator: | Pureji Osho |
| Publisher: | Kadokawa Shoten |
| Magazine: | Shōnen Ace Plus |
| First: | January 22, 2021 |
| Volumes: | 3 |
is a Japanese light novel series written by Buncololi and illustrated by Kantoku. The series originally began serialization as a web novel on the novel posting websites Kakuyomu and Shōsetsuka ni Narō in December 2018, before beginning publication under Media Factory's MF Bunko J imprint in January 2021; eight volumes have been released as of January 2024. A manga adaptation illustrated by Pureji Osho began serialization in Kadokawa Shoten's Shōnen Ace Plus online magazine in January 2021, and has been compiled in three volumes as of August 2023. Both the light novel and manga are licensed in English by Yen Press. An anime television series adaptation produced by Silver Link aired from January to March 2024. A second season has been announced.
Plot
Sasaki is a middle-aged salaryman going through his mundane days, one after another. After seeing a coworker's cat pics, he is inspired to adopt a pet, hoping to give his empty days some spark of joy. While perusing the varied animals wanting a home, he comes across a small bird with a star on its chest. Feeling a connection, he takes his new friend home only to discover the tiny bird to be Piercarlo, the reincarnated Star Sage from a parallel world. Upon further discussion, Sasaki gives Piercarlo the name Peeps and they form a pact agreeing to live and work together. Their adventures begin as they explore both worlds, with Sasaki attempting to master the magic Peeps bestowed upon him. Soon enough, events get more intense as, in the modern world, Sasaki becomes involved with an organization of psychics (modern-day magic users) trying to protect civilians from a wild faction of "Irregulars", while in the parallel world, a war threatens to overtake the country he has become fond of. One thing leads to another, and Sasaki finds his once simple life becoming crazier and crazier with every passing day.
Characters
Main characters
- A middle-aged salaryman who, with the help of a bird named Peeps, is able to travel between the real world and another world. He originally bought Peeps due to being bored with his life as a salaryman, unaware of his magical origins.
- A small gray bird that accompanies Sasaki and has the ability to transport Sasaki between worlds. He is also the reincarnation of the great Star Sage and is responsible for teaching Sasaki magic. His original name was Piercarlo.
Otherworld Faction
- He is the lord of the area that Sasaki finds himself in first on his adventures in the parallel world. He was fond of the sage Piercarlo, who was later reincarnated as Peeps.
- The daughter of Viscount Mueller. Due to danger in the other world, she later goes to Japan. While in the real world she uses Sasaki to serve as her interpreter, although she later gets translator earphones.
- The vice-manager of the trading company and a person that Sasaki regularly does business with.
- A apprentice chef who was fired for unjust reasons. He is then picked up by Sasaki and runs the day-to-day business of the restaurant Sasaki opens.
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The owner of a foreign trading company which holds a large amount of influence and power.Modern Psychics Faction
- He is one of the higher-ups in the psychic organization, and Sasaki's boss. Later, Hoshizaki finds out he is gay.
- A high school student who is often seen wearing business attire in an attempt to appear more mature. When she has the appearance of a high school girl she has braided hair and wears glasses. She has the ability to control liquids.
- She is an A-ranked psychic who can drain the life force of those she touches. She also has very strong regenerative abilities making her near-immortal. It is suggested by Akutsu that she may be over 300 years old. Originally a member of an evil psychic organization, she eventually becomes a very strong asset and close friend to Sasaki.
Magical Girl Faction
- Not much is known about her, but she was bestowed magical powers by a fairy who she then killed, some time after her parents were killed by psychics. These events have led her to hate all psychics, driving her to kill every psychic she finds.
Death Game Faction
- A junior high school student who lives next door to Sasaki. She seems to have developed feelings for him. Although her full name is not stated in the series, her surname is stated to be .
Media
Anime
An anime television series adaptation was announced during the "Natsu no Gakuensai 2022" event for MF Bunko J on July 24, 2022.[2] It will be produced by Silver Link and directed by Mirai Minato, with scripts written by Deko Akao, and character designs handled by Saori Nakashiki.[3] The series aired from January 5 to March 22, 2024, on AT-X and other networks.[4] The opening theme song is "Fly", performed by Madkid, while the ending theme song is, performed by Aguri Ōnishi.[5] Crunchyroll streamed the series.[6] Muse Communication licensed the series in South and Southeast Asia.[7] [8]
A second season was announced at the AnimeJapan 2024 event on March 24, 2024.[9]
Episodes
Reception
In the 2022 edition of Kono Light Novel ga Sugoi!, the series ranked first in the and novel categories.[10]
External links
Notes and References
- Web site: Sasaki and Peeps Anime's 3rd Promo Video Streamed. Anime News Network. December 31, 2023. December 31, 2023. January 1, 2024. https://web.archive.org/web/20240101030958/https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-12-31/sasaki-and-peeps-anime-3rd-promo-video-streamed/.206038. live.
- Web site: Sasaki and Peeps Novels Get TV Anime. Anime News Network. July 24, 2022. July 24, 2022. July 24, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220724105415/https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-24/sasaki-and-peeps-novels-get-tv-anime/.187972. live.
- Web site: Sasaki and Peeps TV Anime Reveals Staff, 2 More Cast Members, 2024 Debut. Anime News Network. July 23, 2023. July 23, 2023. July 23, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230723050058/https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-07-23/sasaki-and-peeps-tv-anime-reveals-staff-2-more-cast-members-2024-debut/.200576. live.
- Web site: Sasaki and Peeps Anime Reveals January 2024 Debut in New Promo Video. Anime News Network. November 16, 2023. November 16, 2023. November 16, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20231116084825/https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-11-16/sasaki-and-peeps-anime-reveals-january-2024-debut-in-new-promo-video/.204511. live.
- Web site: Sasaki and Peeps Anime's 2nd Video Unveils More Cast, Aguri Ōnishi's Ending Song, 1-Hour January 5 Debut. Anime News Network. December 6, 2023. December 6, 2023. December 6, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20231206115252/https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-12-06/sasaki-and-peeps-anime-2nd-video-unveils-more-cast-aguri-onishi-ending-song-1-hour-january-5-debut/.205165. live.
- Web site: The Saint's Magic Power is Omnipotent Season 2, A Sign of Affection and More Anime are Coming to Crunchyroll. Crunchyroll. Cardine. Kyle. August 25, 2023. August 26, 2023. August 26, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230826135314/https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2023/8/25/the-saints-magic-power-is-omnipotent-season-2-a-sign-of-affection-crunchyroll. live.
- Web site: Muse Asia. December 5, 2023. [DISTRIBUTION ANNOUNCEMENT] Muse has acquired the license to:『Sasaki and Peeps』]. YouTube. December 5, 2023.
- Web site: Muse Asia. January 5, 2024. [NEW EPISODE PREVIEW] [RELEASING TODAY]《Sasaki and Peeps》]. YouTube. January 8, 2024. January 7, 2024. https://web.archive.org/web/20240107170317/https://www.youtube.com/post/UgkxVBeoegv4MH-0BzhLT3bt126bmDfkwZBu. live.
- Web site: Sasaki and Peeps Anime Gets 2nd Season. Anime News Network. March 24, 2024. March 24, 2024.
- Web site: Kono Light Novel ga Sugoi! Reveals 2022 Series Ranking (Updated). Anime News Network. Hodgkins. Crystalyn. November 27, 2021. July 25, 2022. January 21, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220121115102/https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-11-27/kono-light-novel-ga-sugoi-reveals-2022-series-ranking/.180027. live.
