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Narumi Katou is a middle-aged man who suffers from the bizarre ZONAPHA Syndrome: a rare and inexplicable disease that causes its victims to endure severe seizures at random, with the only cure being to watch someone laugh. One day, during Narumi's part time job, a young boy with a giant suitcase fleeing from three adults runs into him. The boy introduces himself as Masaru Saiga, the new owner of the famous Saiga Enterprises following his father's recent death. However, other members of his family are trying to assassinate him and claim the fortune for themselves.
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What is ZONAPHA Syndrome in Karakuri Circus?
ZONAPHA Syndrome causes severe breathing attacks unless the sufferer can make someone laugh. Narumi Kato has the condition, which ties his fate to the automatons and the centuries-old conflict behind the Aqua Vitae.
Who are the three main characters in Karakuri Circus?
The story initially brings together martial artist Narumi Kato, young heir Masaru Saiga, and puppet fighter Shirogane. Masaru is targeted over the Saiga inheritance, while Shirogane protects him using the marionette Arlequin.
How long is the Karakuri Circus anime?
The television adaptation runs for 36 episodes and aired from 2018 into 2019. It compresses a much longer manga by Kazuhiro Fujita, so several arcs and transitions move quickly.
Which studio animated Karakuri Circus?
Studio VOLN produced the anime, with Satoshi Nishimura directing. Fujita also created Ushio and Tora, another long supernatural action manga that received a modern television adaptation.
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