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In a future where children are few and regarded as Japan's most valuable assets, Christmas has become a mere legend of the past. For the students of Daikoku Welfare Academy—a boarding school where they are educated, protected, and monitored—the mythical Santa Claus is a forgotten character of fiction. For the adults, Santa Claus is a very real menace that needs to be neutralized by the Saint Nick Pursuit Unit in case he makes an appearance. Shiori Fuyumura, a student of Daikoku Welfare Academy, is determined to find her best friend, Ichie Ono, who has been declared dead after being missing for six months.

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What is the setting of the anime Sanda?

Sanda takes place in a dystopian future where children are rare and heavily monitored, attending boarding schools like Daikoku Welfare Academy for their own protection. In this society, Christmas and the mythical Santa Claus have become completely forgotten legends of the past.

Who is the main character in Sanda?

The protagonist is Sanda, a young boy attending the Daikoku Welfare Academy who discovers his strange connection to the forgotten myth of Santa Claus. He learns that he is actually a descendant of the legendary figure and must don the red suit to deliver hope.

Is Sanda based on a manga?

Yes, the anime is an adaptation of a sci-fi adventure manga created by Paru Itagaki, who is famously known for creating the hit series Beastars. The manga began publication in the mid-2020s and quickly gained a following for its unique world-building.

What is the main conflict the characters face in Sanda?

As Sanda uncovers the truth about his heritage, he must battle against the oppressive societal structures that seek to control the remaining youth. The story explores themes of rebellion against corrupt authorities and the preservation of childhood innocence in a bleak future.

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