Star-racers - Oban

The series underwent a rigorous six-year development period followed by two and a half years of intensive production.

Set in the year 2082, the story takes place 25 years after a near-extinction event following a Crog invasion. Oban Star-Racers

: The show utilizes a distinct visual style where characters lack pupils and prominent noses, creating a unique anime aesthetic. Races are brought to life through 3D ships rendered by the French studio Pumpkin 3D , while characters and backgrounds remain in traditional 2D. The series underwent a rigorous six-year development period

: It was an unusual international venture, with the artistic team from Sav! The World moving to Tokyo to work in "perfect osmosis" with the Japanese studio Hal Film Maker . Races are brought to life through 3D ships

: The soundtrack features scores by Taku Iwasaki and opening/closing themes by legendary composer Yoko Kanno . 2. Narrative Framework and Setting