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## Production I.G Studio’s New Terminator Animated Series
For those who may not be familiar, the renowned animation studio Production I.G has been involved in the creation of some of the most iconic anime productions in history. They have worked on projects ranging from the original Ghost in the Shell film to more recent releases such as the Star Wars Visions anthology. Now, they are venturing into new territory with the development of an animated series set in the Terminator universe.
The upcoming Terminator series, which has not yet been given an official title, will consist of eight episodes. It is worth noting that this will be the first animated adaptation of the Terminator franchise. The series will be directed by Masashi Kudo, known for his work on the Bleach franchise, with Mattson Tomlin, the writer and showrunner of Project Power and Mother/Android, taking the lead as the writer.
## The Plot of the New Terminator Series
In terms of where the story fits within the Terminator timeline, the official premise is as follows:
“2022: A future war has raged for decades between the few human survivors and an endless army of machines. 1997: The AI known as Skynet gained self-awareness and began its war against humanity. Caught between the future and this past is a soldier sent back in time to change the fate of humanity. She arrives in 1997 to protect a scientist named Malcolm Lee who works to launch a new AI system designed to compete with Skynet’s impending attack on humanity. As Malcolm navigates the moral complexities of his creation, he is hunted by an unrelenting assassin from the future which forever alters the fate of his three children.”
## Exciting Opportunities in the World of Animation
The collaboration between Production I.G studio and the Terminator franchise presents an exciting opportunity for fans of the series, as well as animation enthusiasts. The melding of the studio’s renowned expertise in animation with the iconic narrative of the Terminator universe is sure to create a series that is both visually stunning and narratively compelling.
The decision to explore the Terminator universe through animation opens up new possibilities for storytelling and world-building. Through the medium of animation, creators have the freedom to depict the intense action sequences and futuristic landscapes that are integral to the Terminator universe in ways that may not be achievable through live-action productions.
## Conclusion
In conclusion, the upcoming Terminator animated series by Production I.G studio, with its talented team of director Masashi Kudo and writer Mattson Tomlin, holds great promise for expanding the mythology of the Terminator universe in an entirely new format. As the series progresses, fans can look forward to witnessing the timeless battle between humans and machines unfold in a visually captivating and thought-provoking manner.
(Source: Official press release from the production studio)
