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Cells at Work! CODE BLACK! - Anime
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Cells at Work! CODE BLACK!

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Due to poor lifestyle choices, a certain human's body is in constant turmoil. With germs, bacteria, and foreign substances abound, the jobs of various cells become increasingly difficult and dangerous. As some of the unfortunate ones who matured in this chaotic environment, Sekkekkyuu AA2153 and Hakkekkyuu U-1196 strive to fulfill their duties—even if it means seeing many of their fellow cells lose their lives in duty. Set in an environment vastly different from its parent story, Hataraku Saibou Black portrays the cells' struggles as they try to maintain the body's health.

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How is Cells at Work! CODE BLACK! different from the original show?

While the original Cells at Work! takes place in a healthy human body, CODE BLACK takes place in a body suffering from constant turmoil due to poor lifestyle choices. The cells face incredibly dangerous environments like high stress, smoking, and alcohol, resulting in a much darker tone.

Who is the main character in Cells at Work! CODE BLACK?

The main protagonist is a rookie Red Blood Cell named Sekkekkyu (AA2153). Unlike the cheerful protagonist of the original series, Sekkekkyu has to navigate a chaotic, underfunded, and heavily stressed bodily environment.

Is Cells at Work! CODE BLACK educational?

Yes, despite its dark and gritty tone, the show remains highly educational regarding human biology. It accurately portrays the destructive effects of things like excessive drinking, lack of sleep, and sexually transmitted diseases on the body's cells.

Who produced the Cells at Work! CODE BLACK anime?

The anime was produced by Liden Films, differing from David Production which animated the original series. It aired in Japan during the Winter 2021 anime season.

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