Initial D Extra Stage

About Initial D Extra Stage

If you are hunting for a new action series, Initial D Extra Stage (頭文字[イニシャル]D EXTRA STAGE) deserves a look (2000). The setup goes like this. At its core: The Lancer EVO-driving group "Emperor" have defeated every racing team they've met in the Gunma region. Now they're out to challenge the duo of Mako and Sayuki and their SilEighty - the Impact Blue of Usui Mountain.

With action at the core, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Voice work is led by Takehito Koyasu as Ryousuke Takahashi and Tomokazu Seki as Keisuke Takahashi.

If you count yourself among viewers who like fast, high-impact fights, put it on your list. The run is 2 episodes in total, so you know what you are signing up for.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Pastel and Shaft, which means the visual identity of Initial D Extra Stage follows that studio's craft. Within the action category, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. A 7.1/10 score points to a dependable, well-liked series. On the casting side, Takehito Koyasu voicing Ryousuke Takahashi gives the lead role a recognizable voice. Released in 2000, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.