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2003
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R.O.D. The Tv is an anime shounen television series produced by Fuji TV that follows the adventures of three sisters who work as secret agents, using their unique abilities to retrieve a variety of historical books that are used to gain power and knowledge. The show stars the voice acting talents of Hiromi Hirata as Michelle Cheung, Satsuki Yukino as Anita King, and Zarah Little from as Maggie Mui. Each of these sisters has a unique power that aids them in their duties. Michelle is a papermaster, who can manipulate paper into any shape or form, Anita has superhuman strength, and Maggie can control magnetic fields.

The show takes place in a world where books are much more than just collections of written words. They hold incredible power and knowledge that some people will stop at nothing to get their hands on. This is where the sisters come in as "The Paper Sisters," tasked with retrieving these ancient books before they can be used for nefarious purposes.

Throughout the course of the series, the sisters encounter a variety of opponents, including rival secret agents and powerful villains who will stop at nothing to obtain the books they desire. Along the way, they also find allies, including British Library agents and a reclusive author who possesses a mysterious power of her own.

One of the standout features of R.O.D. The Tv is the animation quality. The show features a beautiful mix of traditional hand-drawn animation and 3D computer graphics, which help to create a visually stunning and immersive world. Additionally, the action sequences are expertly choreographed and executed, making for some truly exciting moments throughout the series.

Another great aspect of the show is the character development. Over the course of the series, we see each of the Paper Sisters undergo significant growth and change, as they face new challenges and come to understand themselves and each other better. This not only makes for a more engaging viewing experience but also helps to deepen the emotional connections we feel with these characters.

One aspect of the show that may require some suspension of disbelief is the concept of paper manipulation. While it may seem like an odd power at first, the show does a great job of showing just how versatile and useful this ability can be in a variety of situations. Michelle uses her powers to create everything from simple origami to massive shields and weapons, while also using paper as a tool for transportation and communication.

Overall, R.O.D. The Tv is a great anime series that delivers engaging characters, exciting action sequences, and a unique premise that sets it apart from other shows in the genre. With a great blend of animation styles and plenty of heart, this is a show that's sure to delight fans of action-adventure anime.

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Seasons

26. From There On

May 27, 2005

The final battle against the Great British Library Special Engineering has begun! Will the three sisters, who are driven to the wall with their papers taken, be able to protect their dear family, friends, allies, and memories?

25. Not a Big Problem

May 26, 2005

Anita, Maggie, and Michelle fly to England to help the others rescue Nenene and Junior. In order to sneak past the Great British Library's iron-tight defense, the bibliomaniacs must look for hints by pouring through every book in London.

24. You Know Me

May 26, 2005

Yomiko and the others head to England to stop the British Library's plan. Anita returns to Nenene's apartment and is reunited with Michelle and Maggie. Now knowing the truth of their births, the reunion brings a lot of shouting, frustration and tears.

23. Lie to Me

May 25, 2005

Joker reveals some shocking information that throws Anita further into despair as the world she's known begins to unravel. The mystery of Anita, Maggie, and Michelle's birth is finally revealed.

22. Seize

May 25, 2005

Anita teams up with Yomiko to take revenge on the British Library. The most powerful team of Paper Masters head to rescue Michelle, using Joker as their hostage. Meanwhile, Wendy negotiates with Maggie and Nenene, who were separated from the others.

21. D.O.D: DREAM OR DIE

May 24, 2005

Anita, lost and alone with nowhere to go, returns to Nenene's empty apartment and asks her classmate, Hisami for help. However, the British Library has already initiated their project at the school. Hiding her loneliness, Anita behaves normally, butï¿½

20. Bonjour Tristesse

May 24, 2005

Everyone has been kidnapped! Anita awakes in the morning to find only Yomiko remaining. They are attacked by a new agent known as the Mirror Man, who hides himself by refracting light. What strategy will the most powerful paper-master team come up withï¿½

19. Family Game

April 8, 2005

Five years ago, a shocking incident occurred at the Great British Library. Anita is puzzled about the relation between Yomiko, the Great British Library and herself. Meanwhile, Nenene kindly gives a helping hand to Junior.

18. Confession

April 7, 2005

After their narrow escape from Jinbo-cho, the three sisters and their party hid at Yomiko's family home. After getting their agitated feelings settled, Yomiko begins to tell the truth of what happened between her and the Great British Library.

17. Sweet Home

April 7, 2005

Joker, Wendy, and the Great British Library Special Engineering Department swallowed Jinbo-cho in a sea of fire. Yomiko and the three sisters tried to stand up against them, but were powerless against their force. But out of the smoke, who should arriveï¿½

16. Fahrenheit 451

April 6, 2005

Nenene and Yomiko's reunion is cut short when Mr. Carpenter appears, demanding the last illicit book and that Yomiko rejoin the British Library Task Force. When Yomiko refuses, the Paper Sisters assist her, but Mr. Carpenter proves to be a formidable foe.

15. In The Gray Light of the Abyss

April 6, 2005

The Paper Sisters are being hunted as terrorists! They're able to sneak back into Japan, but must flee when the police show up. After a narrow escape, the girls inadvertently discover a clue to the whereabouts of the missing Paper Master, Yomiko Readman.

14. Paper Leaf Wood

April 5, 2005

Wendy writes on the progress of their mission, Operation Sleeping Books, the latest of the long-running efforts to preserve the existence of the enigmatic Mr. Gentleman. What part will the Paper Sisters and Yomiko Readman play in the events to come?

13. Twilight of the Papers 2

March 5, 2005

While trying to rescue Nenene, the Paper Sisters encounter Paper Master Sonny Wong. After a frantic battle, they separate. Maggie stays behind to try and hold off Wong and Michelle fends off a strike team, forcing Anita to attempt the rescue alone.

12. Twilight of the Papers

October 12, 2004

After Nenene and the Paper Sisters arrive in Hong Kong, they are subdued by a Dokusensha strike team. Outnumbered and outgunned, the Paper Sisters have no choice but to let Nenene be taken. However, they're not abandoning their friend without a fight…

11. Goodbye Japan

October 12, 2004

With the close of their bodyguard contract, the three sisters' stay in Japan will end and they'll have to return to Hong Kong. Anita tries hard to hide her sadness and acts bravely to cope with having to leave her new friends, classmates... and Hisa...

10. Christmas Carol

October 9, 2004

Nenene has been invited to the awards ceremony for the Best Freshman Novelist, a competition she won several years back. Initially feeling reluctant to attend on this quiet Christmas evening, she looks at the young prizewinner and sees her old self.

9. Heart of Darkness

October 9, 2004

Nenene attends a former classmate's wedding. While there, she and her old childhood friends decide to visit a hot spring resort. Nenene was hoping to rest but who shows up but the three sisters, who had coincidentally been given a job in the area.

8. Seduced By the Night

October 8, 2004

There have been some strange occurrences at the Nishihama Middle School. Within the deserted library, books are said to fly about of their own accord. Anita, Hisa and all of their classmates, sneak into school at night to learn the truth of these stories.

7. In a Grove

October 8, 2004

A request by Dokusensha to find a lost book sends the three sisters off on another adventure. While discussing their strategy for recovering the book, Michelle suddenly disappears. Then Maggie. All alone, Anita looks for her sisters in this strange town.

6. The Right Stuff

October 7, 2004

Anita is finally getting used to life as a student in Japan when an Open House is announced. The students will read their book reports aloud. Anita, who hates to read, considers ditching class while Hisa tries to convince her reading can be fun.

5. They Shout

October 7, 2004

Nenene suddenly disappears! The sisters are at a loss. They try to think up a plan, when a request for a lost book arrives. Blinded by the need for cash, the sisters abandon their search and fly to Romania. What secrets await in the old forgotten castle?

4. The Seventh Grade Course

October 6, 2004

Though she may not look it, Anita is 12 years old, making her a 7th grader. Since arriving in Japan, she hadn't even considered going to school, but with Nenene's push, reluctantly agrees. Concerned, Michelle dons a school uniform to check up on her.

3. Let's Meet in Jinbo-Cho

October 6, 2004

The sisters arrive in Jinbo-cho, Japan's ultimate city for used books, and are overtaken by the smell of books. They wander off instead of looking for Nenene, who went to meet with her publisher without them. Will they be able to escape this book jungle?

2. Rise Up, Oh Dregs of Mankind

October 5, 2004

As Nenene's bodyguards, the three sisters, Anita, Maggie, and Michelle have come to Japan. Soon after arriving though, Michelle's extravagant spending habits leave the sisters penniless and living in their client's apartment

1. The Papers Have Landed

October 5, 2004

Nenene, known as a gifted writer since her debut at age 13, is in Hong Kong for a book signing. However, a bomb threat against her has now introduced the Paper Sisters Detective Agency to act as her bodyguards.

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