Uzumaki Anime Episode 1 Preview Released Days Before Premiere

The highly anticipated Uzumaki anime is set to premiere on September 28, 2024, with the production team having released the preview for the first episode on September 24, 2024. This preview trailer reaffirmed the series’ potential to become a landmark in the realm of horror manga adaptations. Additionally, it provided insights into the pacing and storytelling of the anime series.

The preview introduced a scene that differed from previously released trailers, showcasing Kirei bringing her friend Azami Kurotani to meet her boyfriend, Shuichi, at the station. Upon encountering Azami, Shuichi feels an unusual tension, referring to it as the ‘spiral,’ before fleeing with Kirei. The latter part of the preview features Azami confronting Shuichi about a crescent-shaped scar on her forehead.

Disclaimer: This article may contain potential spoilers for the Uzumaki anime series.

Uzumaki Anime Episode 1 Preview: Introducing Azami Kurotani

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The preview for the episode opens with Kirei and Azami Kurotani making their way to the station. Kirei suggests that Azami might meet or at least walk with Shuichi, her boyfriend. As they enter the station, a group of boys attempts to engage with them, but the girls dismiss them.

When Shuichi steps off the train and is introduced to Azami as Kirei’s classmate, he senses an unsettling presence from Azami and hurriedly excuses himself, clutching Kirei’s arm as he departs.

Kirei, taken aback by Shuichi’s abrupt departure, questions him about his behavior. Shuichi reveals that he perceived a ‘spiral’ emanating from Azami, cautioning Kirei to remain vigilant of her in the future.

Uzumaki Anime Episode 1 Preview: Azami Reveals Her True Colors

Azami as seen in the trailer (Image via Drive & Akatsuki)

As Shuichi wanders through town, Azami confronts him, questioning why he hasn’t been charmed by her, despite other boys falling for her easily. Shuichi collapses and points to a crescent scar on her forehead, which Azami reveals she possesses.

Since Shuichi hasn’t succumbed to her allure, Azami resolves to utilize her mysterious scar known to captivate others. Shuichi exclaims that this scar is a ‘spiral,’ a curse that haunts their village and claims lives, including that of his parents. He urgently advises her to flee from the village.

In a fit of rage, Azami confesses her obsession with Shuichi, declaring that he occupies her thoughts constantly. A flashback reveals Shuichi’s father’s mania with spirals as he hurriedly escapes from Azami.

Uzumaki Anime Episode 1 Preview: Analysis

Shuichi as seen in the trailer (Image via Drive & Akatsuki)

The animation style employed by the anime’s studio features a blend of grayscale with high-quality CGI, which successfully captures the essence of the original manga series. Furthermore, the preview suggests that the first episode will adapt the third chapter of the manga, hinting that the anime may encompass five chapters per episode, aligning with the total of 20 chapters across the four-episode series.

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