Fire Force
Overview
Year 198 of the Solar Era in Tokyo, special fire brigades are fighting against a phenomenon called spontaneous human combustion where humans beings are turned into living infernos called "Infernals". While the Infernals are first generation cases of spontaneous human combustion, later generations possess the ability to manipulate flames while retaining human form. Shinra Kusakabe, a youth who gained the nickname Devil's Footprints for his ability to ignite his feet at will, joins the Special Fire Force Company 8 which composes of other flames users as they work to extinguish any Infernals they encounter. As a faction that is creating Infernals appears, Shira begins to uncover the truth behind a mysterious fire that caused the death of his family twelve years ago.
Fire Force blends the spectacle of supernatural combat with a grim post-apocalyptic setting. The premise revolves around specialized brigades tasked with putting down humans who spontaneously transform into burning infernos. Gakuto Kajiwara voices Shinra, a protagonist defined by his unique ability to ignite his own feet, placing him at the center of a volatile secret war.
The series distinguishes itself by mixing intense action with a critical look at institutional rot. While the characters operate under the banner of the Special Fire Force, they frequently navigate a world shadowed by a corrupt church and a calculated terrorist threat. This setting elevates the show above standard shounen fare, forcing the team to solve the mystery of Shinra’s family tragedy while balancing explosive power with deeper political intrigue.
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- First Aired
- July 05, 2019
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episode Runtime
- 24 minutes
- Origin
- JP
- TMDB Votes
- 593