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Carnival Phantasm - Info; Final; Summary

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Carnival Phantasm

Carnival Phantasm

Synopsis: Carnival Phantasm is a fun crossover that brings together iconic characters from the Type-Moon universe, where realms and narratives intertwine in a completely new spectacle. During this unique event, heroes and villains from different franchises meet in a setting of comedy and competition, all with a single desire: to win the contests to fulfill their wishes. In the midst of absurd situations and hilarious parodies that challenge the seriousness of their original stories, each participant faces unexpected challenges, revealing both their weaknesses and their abilities in an unexpected and comical way.

Table of Contents
- Information
- Trailer/Opening
- Curiosities
- Characters
- Summary
- Final
- Meaning
- Related

Information

Anime Titles

  • Anime Title: Carnival Phantasm
  • Anime title in Japanese: カーニバル・ファンタズム
  • Anime Name in English: Indisponível
  • Other Names: Carnival Phantasm

Production Information

  • Producers: Bandai Visual, Notes
  • Licensors: None found, add some
  • Studios: Lerche

Anime Information

  • Type: 14 min. per ep.
  • Episodes: 12
  • Date: Aug 14, 2011 to Dec 31, 2011
  • Genres: Comedy, supernatural
  • Topics: Others
  • Target: Otaku

External Links

Anime Reviews

  • Note: 7.87
  • Popularity: 200,898

Video Trailer/Openings

Curiosities

  • "Carnival Phantasm" is an adaptation and parody of various works created by Type-Moon, including "Fate/stay night" and "Tsukihime".
  • The anime was made to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Type-Moon.
  • The series is based on the comedic manga called "Take-Moon", which is also authored by Eri Takenashi.
  • A highlight of "Carnival Phantasm" is that it brings together characters from various Type-Moon series in comic and absurd situations, which is different from the more serious and dramatic tone of the original works.
  • The anime consists of short episodes that combine different comedy genres, from sitcoms to parodies of other series.
  • The characters often break the fourth wall, commenting on the very fact that they are in an anime or questioning events in the plot.
  • One of the popular segments in the anime is "Carnival Moment", where the characters compete in random and comical events.
  • "Carnival Phantasm" includes recurring jokes about the routes of "Fate/stay night", presenting the different endings that players can reach.
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Main Characters

  • Saber: A loyal and brave knight.
  • Toosaka Rin: Skilled magic user.
  • Emiya Shirou: Altruistic young man who wishes to be a hero.
  • Brunestud Arcueid: Princess of the True Vampires.
  • Toono Shiki: Has the ability to see death lines.
  • Toono Akiha: Protective sister with supernatural powers.
  • Emiya Kiritsugu: Mercenary and wizard killer.
  • Gilgamesh: Arrogant hero with unparalleled treasures.
  • Ryougi Shiki: Holder of Mystic Eyes of Death Perception.
  • Archer: Skilled servant with a cynical personality.

Summary and Events

  • The characters from the Fate and Tsukihime universe are transported to an alternative dimension where the "Carnival Moment" takes place.
  • All participants have the chance to fulfill their wishes, as long as they win the proposed contests.
  • The competitions are full of funny and ridiculous challenges, highlighting the comedic and peculiar aspects of the characters.
  • Shirou and Saber get involved in absurd competitions, often parodying the events of Fate/stay night.
  • Shiki Tohno encounters hilarious new challenges alongside Arcueid, exploring comedic dynamics in the universe of Tsukihime.
  • The cast faces unexpected situations that test their skills in unusual and humorous ways.
  • Rin Tohsaka and Lancer are often placed in comedic roles that subvert their usual personalities.
  • Throughout the stories, the characters take part in events of all kinds, from races to singing competitions.
  • The episodes parody serious events from their worlds, providing moments of pure entertainment and laughter.
  • Even in the midst of chaos and confusion, the bonds between characters from different series become stronger.

What happens in the end?

Below we have a summary of what happens at the end of the anime. Carnival Phantasm. We have placed a Spoiler alert, just click below to reveal the content of the work's ending.

Carnival Phantasm is an OVA that celebrates the Type-Moon franchises, mainly Fate/stay night and Tsukihime, in a comedy format. At the end, the characters from different universes come together for a series of absurd and hilarious events at an audacious festival, exploring the more comic and lighter side of their complex stories. At the close, there is a final explosion of controlled chaos, where the highlight is the playful interaction between the characters, showing their more relaxed sides. The show ends on a fun and celebratory note, without a traditional concluding narrative, but leaving a sense of camaraderie and celebration among the characters.

Meaning of Carnival Phantasm

Let's see below the translation of each word and the explanation of the anime's name: 

カーニバル・ファンタズム
  • カーニバル - Festival or celebration where various activities and events take place.
  • ファンタズム - Ghost or illusion, associating with something ethereal or imaginary.
The name of the anime "カーニバル・ファンタズム" can be interpreted as "Festival of Ghosts" or "Carnival of Illusions". This reflects the main concept of the work, where various characters from different Type-Moon universes meet in an extraordinary and surreal event. During "Carnival Moment", these characters not only cross paths, but their stories intertwine in a comical and exaggerated way, creating a festive atmosphere where competition becomes the central focus, allowing their wishes to be fulfilled amid challenges and confrontations.

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