Orchid Emblem (1997)
A 1997 Japanese adult anime OVA in which Rei-Lan confronts her violent past and a dangerous criminal boss in a world of power and desire.
Orchid Emblem - Series Information
- Original Title: オーキッド☆エンブレム
- First Air Year: 1997
- Last Air Year: 1997
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 1
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- Alternative Titles: 麗蘭 (CN), Rei-Lan: Orchid Emblem (US)
Orchid Emblem - Plot
The Trident Foundation controls the world's back alleys and darkest corners. Its boss, the ruthless Tojo, has an un-quenchable thirst for violence, sex and power. When he meets Rei-Lan, his sexual prowess takes her beyond her wildest fantasies. Four years later, they meet again as enemies. Will Rei-Lan extract her revenge on Tojo, or will their sexual bond prove too potent to resist?
Orchid Emblem - FAQs
What is Orchid Emblem about?
Orchid Emblem follows Rei-Lan, a woman drawn into the criminal underworld controlled by the Trident Foundation and its violent boss Tojo. After a charged encounter, they reunite four years later as enemies, and Rei-Lan must decide whether revenge or their powerful bond will define her fate.
Is Orchid Emblem based on a manga or source material?
Orchid Emblem is adapted from the adult manga series by Itaba Hiroshi, originally published in Japan. The OVA adaptation condenses the story of Rei-Lan and Tojo into a single episode, drawing directly from the manga's themes of crime, power, and complex desire.
How many episodes does Orchid Emblem have?
Orchid Emblem consists of a single episode released in 1997. It is structured as a standalone OVA (Original Video Animation), presenting a complete narrative arc within one installment rather than across a multi-episode run.
What genre is Orchid Emblem?
Orchid Emblem is classified as an animated series, specifically an adult-oriented Japanese OVA. It blends elements of crime thriller and erotic drama within the anime format, targeting a mature audience familiar with adult animation from the late 1990s.
What language is Orchid Emblem in?
Orchid Emblem was originally produced in Japanese and released as a Japanese-language OVA. It is also known internationally under the title Rei-Lan: Orchid Emblem in the United States, where it was distributed with English-language dubbing and subtitles for Western audiences.
When did Orchid Emblem first air?
Orchid Emblem was released in 1997 as a direct-to-video OVA in Japan. It was part of a wave of adult anime titles produced during the mid-to-late 1990s and later received international distribution under the alternate title Rei-Lan: Orchid Emblem.
What are the alternative titles for Orchid Emblem?
Orchid Emblem is known by several alternative titles across different regions. In Japan it carries the original title オーキッド☆エンブレム, in China it is known as 麗蘭, and in the United States it was released under the title Rei-Lan: Orchid Emblem for its Western distribution.
Is Orchid Emblem still available to watch?
Orchid Emblem is a 1997 OVA with limited current streaming availability. As an older adult anime title, it is primarily found through physical media releases or specialty distributors. Availability varies significantly by region, so checking local anime retailers or digital platforms is recommended.
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