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ReleasedApril 21, 2005Runtime25 minutesElfen Lied (: エルフェンリート,: Erufen Rīto) is a Japanese series written and illustrated. It was originally serialized in 's from June 2002 to August 2005, with the 107 chapters collected into twelve volumes. Elfen Lied revolves around the interactions, views, emotions, and differences between human beings and the Diclonii, a species similar to humans in build but distinguishable by two horns on their heads and 'vectors', transparent controlled arms that have the power to manipulate and cut objects within their reach.

The series is centered on the teenage Diclonius girl 'Lucy' who was rejected by human beings and subsequently wants revenge.The series' title is German as well as Dutch for 'Elves' Song' or more formally 'song of the elves' and takes its name from the song ', which is featured in the story. Elfen Lied involves themes of, and the value of. It is also noted for the, emotional themes of how the characters change through, and the overall subject matter of the whole story.

A 13-episode television series adaptation was produced by the studio and broadcast on from July to October 2004. The anime began airing before the manga was complete; as a result, the plot differed between the two, especially the ending. The manga is licensed in North America. The anime series has been licensed in North America by and in Australia. ADV Films said the series was one of their bestselling and 'most notorious' releases of 2005.

See also:Elfen Lied takes place in and, and focuses on the 'Diclonius', a newly mutated species. Their appearance is similar to humans, but with several differences, namely horn-like protrusions on the forehead and the presence of telekinetic invisible arms called 'Vectors'.

One such Diclonius, is the main character of the series: Initially held in a facility built for experimentation, located off the coast of Kamakura, she manages to escape and wreak havoc, but is injured in the process, an event which causes her to develop a secondary, childlike personality known as Nyu.Lucy is found by two locals, Kouta, who studies at the local university, and his cousin Yuka. A segment from Lucy's escape scene in the first episode of the anime, which is notorious for featuring nudity, graphic violence and themes. Here, Lucy is using the beheaded body of a secretary as a shield.In comments made by director Mamoru Kanbe on the Elfen Lied website, he stated that he intended for the anime to question and discuss values relating to the way in which humans divide each other by difference, as well as the belief that atrocities such as those committed by Lucy in the series are strongly influenced by the way in which people are treated by their fellow beings. The series frequently discusses the events and treatment which define the human character in such a way, and the problems which arise from discrimination, as well as the wild contrasts between compassion and vengeance between fellow humans, through the strong vengeance of Lucy compared with her past memory of Kohta. Many of the themes are mentioned at the teasers at the ends of episodes.Themes such as genocide and the attempts to 'purify' the earth from each other also appear in the anime.

Both Diclonius and the human species feel the need to populate the earth with their own and wipe the other out. Kanbe quoted this in relation to the desire of humans to cast each other out and segregate one another.Throughout the series, there is a great deal of blood and gore, as well as. One of the most prevalent motifs of the series is the humanity of the Diclonius, especially contrasted against the inhumanity of ordinary people. One reviewer described the series as 'devoted to quite a few of the darker, more callous factors of human nature.'

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Throughout the series there are various incidences of casual beatings, cruel experimentation, and outright killing. Also, is present when two young boys mercilessly beat Lucy's puppy until it dies; though the act is off-screen, a copious amount of blood is shown. The introduction scenes of the Elfen Lied anime are a reference to 's artwork such as his paintings.Most of the episodes contain graphic violence, including instances of torture, and at one point the series addresses consequences of the rape of a child. The series also includes scenes that present female nudity and strong language (specifically in the English dub).

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The series juxtaposes many different tones and genres and was described by Bamboo Dong of as 'mixing insane amounts of violence with a heavy dose of ultracuteness.' The series balances its darker themes with romantic as well as many comic moments. Elfen Lied has been described as similar to, or borrowing elements from,. Cultural references The opening and ending sequences feature artistic drawings of the principal characters.

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These characters are drawn in a style based on 's paintings, including, and others with similar imitating poses, colors, and patterns. In promotional art as well as in the series itself, characters make use of a famous hand symbol of outstretched fingers with the middle and ring fingers connected. The ('Elf Song') appears in the manga and is credited to the composer. A poem by is the basis for Wolf's version. It is taught to Nyu by the manga-only protagonist.Media Manga.