Wolf's Rain

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Synopsis

Humans thought the wolves died off two centuries ago in this bleak post-apocalyptic wasteland. But some survivors lurk among the humans by mentally cloaking their animal bodies. One white wolf, Kiba, scours the land for the scent of the Lunar Flower that will lead them all to Paradise...but will it lead them to a deadly false legend? (Source: VIZ Media)

Publication notes

Wolf's Rain was published in English by VIZ Media from November 9, 2004 to February 1, 2005.

Published

Feb 26, 2003 to Jan 26, 2004

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Wolf's Rain (anime)

Main characters

Kiba1218 fan favorites
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The (more or less) leader of the "pack," Kiba follows his instincts towards Paradise. When he was young, his pack and family were slaughtered when the forest where he lived was burned to the ground by Jagara's troops. He was then raised by a native who told him that he had a purpose, explaining why the forest spared his life. This native told him that he would have a great journey ahead of him, and that journey was to find paradise. Kiba begins his quest for paradise in the hope that there he will finally find peace. He tends to be distrustful of humans, and in the early episodes is reluctant to take a human form, even when it's more convenient. He also has a "love" for Cheza, which may only be due to the fact that she can lead them to paradise. Kiba seems to be an Arctic wolf in the series. (Source: Wikipedia) Kiba's name means "fang" in Japanese.
Toboe588 fan favorites
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Toboe is the youngest of the group often acting more like a puppy. Toboe was raised by an elderly woman as a pet. She gave Toboe his silver bracelets. Although she died, Toboe has an affection for humans that none of the other wolves can understand (with the exception of Blue). Toboe looks up to Tsume and usually follows him when the group splits up. He also seems to have the best hearing out of all of them. Toboe seems to be a Red wolf in the series. (Source: Wikipedia) Toboe's name means "Howling" in Japanese.
Tsume457 fan favorites
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Tsume is a rough, self-reliant wolf. In the past, he was part of a pack. However, one day his pack was attacked by Jagara's troops and many of his friends were killed. During the fight, Tsume attempted to flee, leaving all of his dead and dying brethren behind. Because of this, the rest of his group disowned him and the leader attacked him, leaving him with a large X-shaped scar across his chest. He was filled with shame, and for many years after didn't associate with any other packs. However, he eventually meets Toboe, who at first seems to annoy him. But, deep down, Tsume feels sympathy and compassion for Toboe, who is the one who eventually convinces him to come with the rest of the "pack" to Paradise. He initially doesn't believe the stories of Paradise, and only follows the others out of an instinct to protect them and stay part of a pack. He often fights with Kiba. However, he does eventually become a believer and enjoy the company of his pack mates. After Kiba, he seems to be the best fighter among all the wolves and also seems to be more logical and observant than all the other wolves; thus it can be argued that he is the most intelligent. Tsume seems to be a Grey wolf or tundra wolf in the anime series. (Source: Wikipedia) Tsume's name means "claw" in Japanese.
Hige317 fan favorites
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Hige seems to know how to function the best in human society, even wearing a dog collar, although the true meaning behind his collar is revealed later in the series that is a tag/transmitter . He tends to use his intuition more than the others, but only when he's not thinking with his stomach instead. Hige is quite the ladies' man and is always on the look-out for a nice girl. He has the best sense of smell between the others. Hige seems to be a Himalayan wolf in the series. (Source: Wikipedia) Hige's name means "beard" or "whiskers" in Japanese.
Cheza168 fan favorites
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Cheza is the Flower Maiden, a girl who was artificially created from a Lunar Flower by the noble Darcia the First using the lost art of alchemy. First appearing in a state of suspended animation within a scientific research lab, she was awakened by the smell of wolf's blood spilled in the brief fight between Tsume and Kiba. After the wolves steal her away, she is pursued by various other characters, forcing the pack to protect her constantly. She shares a special bond with the wolves and is the key to finding Paradise. (Source: Wikipedia)
Lord Darcia the Third146 fan favorites
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An heir to a noble family line, Darcia became cursed along with the rest of his family when his grandfather attempted to artificially open the wolves' paradise with a machine. This curse, referred to as 'paradise sickness' throughout the anime, also affected Darcia's lover, Harmona, who is ths rendered into a state of perpetual sleep. Darcia kidnaps Cheza the flower maiden throughout the series to once again attempt to open the wolves' paradise and save himself and Harmona from their misery. He has mysterious powers that involve his wolf's eye, which allows him to turn into a wolf in the OVA. Written by NemoNowAndAlways