An anime science fiction action thriller that will explore what it means to live and die well, testing the limits of all we hold dear
Latest Updates from Our Project:
#61 Update: A New Trailer!
about 9 years ago
– Mon, Sep 07, 2015 at 11:19:37 PM
Thank you all for your waiting. Our new trailer (PV) is finally here! To see the video, simply visit our website: http://under-the-dog.com We’ve also renewed our site, so make sure to check it all out!!
#60 Update: Character Designs
about 9 years ago
– Wed, Aug 26, 2015 at 11:41:52 PM
How was this summer?
As we got ourselves busy getting ready for the big date (September 7), we’ve had quite a number of dog days in Japan…almost too many!
For this month’s developer video diary, we will show some of the latest Character Designs!
As you already know, Mr. Yusuke Kozaki is the character designer for Under the Dog. In Japanese, the official title for Mr. Kozaki is called “キャラクター原案” or “original character designer” in English. Wait, why does it say “original”? The word “original” in this case refers to as being the source material for animation character designs used in the actual production. In fact, 原案 in Japanese means “original plan” or “draft”. In other words, animation character designs are based on original character designs.
So let’s spell out what the differences are between “original character designs” and “animation character designs” (the latter is sometimes just referred to as “character designs” in the credits).
Original character designs – the purpose is to provide an overall image of what the characters look like. So the designs can be quite rough. In case of an anime based on a manga title, the drawings by the manga artist function as original character designs. Often times, artists who are not animators (e.g., illustrators, manga artists) are credited as original character designers.
Animation character designs – the purpose is to provide detailed and concrete image of what the characters look like. Animators reference “character sheets (キャラ表)” containing these designs when they animate. Often times, one of the animation directors assumes this role for being the specialist on retaining consistency/coherence of the character appearances in the animation.
Having all that in mind, can you guess who the animation character designer is for UTD? (A hint is in this Update somewhere.)
Anthea-chan's Summer Vacation
over 9 years ago
– Wed, Aug 12, 2015 at 01:06:49 PM
Sorry, no Update. Anthea-chan “Under the Sun”. Updateはお休みのため、アンシアちゃんの”Under the Sun”をお届けいたします。
Perhaps it was a bit of too much “Under the Sun”…? ちょっと”Under the Sun”のしすぎかも…？
#57 Update: Survey Setback
over 9 years ago
– Wed, Aug 12, 2015 at 06:30:44 AM
Survey is coming up!...soon.
The survey will be sent out, but not at the end of this month as we had hoped. This is due to some unexpected delays in the set-up with BackerKit. We apologize for the delay. Once the set-up situation is cleared, we will then send out a survey asking you to fill out all the details. We will of course inform our backers in advance when it is ready.
Kick-off Anniversary: let’s celebrate together!
Last year on August 8, the launch of Under the Dog Kickstater campaign was announced at Otakon 2014. We have a plan to present something special on that day next month to celebrate the one-year anniversary as a token of thanks to our backers for their support! (Hush-hush: we might be able to make an announcement about Anthea figurine as well.)
Greetings from Mr. Justin Leach
Lastly, we have a message from Mr. Justin Leach. We introduced Mr. Leach in our last Update as our Associate Producer.
Dear UTD Backers,
My name is Justin Leach. A couple of years ago I produced the first anime from Japan on Kickstarter called “Kick-Heart” directed by Masaaki Yuasa with Production I.G. It was a great learning experience that helped bring anime into the crowdfunding arena. Prior to Kick-Heart, I also worked in Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence, Last Exile, Kill Bill and Ghost in the Shell 2.0 (special edition of the first Ghost in the Shell).
I am very happy to announce that I have joined the UTD team as an Associate Producer. My job will be to help share my past experience with the team and act as an available resource when needed. I have met with the producers and production staff in person several times and I have been extremely impressed with their passion and determination to make this the best possible project despite some initial challenges early on. I have no doubt that the end product will be something truly special that will make backers proud.
Sincerely,
Justin Leach
Till the next Update then!
You can read this Update in Japanese on our Under the Dog website.
#58 Extra: Kick-off Anniversary
over 9 years ago
– Wed, Aug 12, 2015 at 03:50:50 AM
Happy Anniversary!
Anthea-chan staff celebrating
It was exactly one year ago at Otakon on August 8, the launch of Under the Dog Kickstater campaign was announced. So to celebrate together with our 12,000+ backers who supported us, we have a little surprise for you.
