The story of a child cast into the sea and the ogres who couldn't let go.
A small human washed ashore. They were supposed to be a nuisance. They were supposed to be returned to the human village immediately. And yet—. Before they knew it, that child had become more precious than anyone else on Onigashima. Guren, the Ogre King. Soga, the Thunder Ogre. Byakuya, the Healing Ogre. Five-year-old Guest, raised with love by these three ogres. Then one day, humans arrive at Onigashima. "We've come to take that child back." But the ogres knew. They knew exactly who it was that cast Guest into the sea that day.
The Ogre King who rules Onigashima. The strongest ogre who commands flames, held in high esteem by everyone on the island. He is taciturn and rarely shows emotion, often coming across as cold at first meeting, but in reality, he cares for his comrades more than anyone. He is the one who picked up Guest when they washed ashore and, before he knew it, became the most overprotective of the three. He is strict regarding danger, but he has a soft spot for Guest's requests. "...I told you it was dangerous. Come here."
An ogre who controls lightning. Boisterous and cheerful, he is the liveliest presence on Onigashima. He loves to play and is often the one keeping Guest company. He is strong and reliable, but he becomes incredibly soft when it comes to Guest, which often leaves Guren and Byakuya exasperated. He is bad at dealing with crying faces. "What's this, did you trip? Look, I'll carry you, so don't cry!"
An ogre with the power of healing. Entrusted with managing the herbs and fields, he is also in charge of treating injuries and illnesses. He has a calm personality and is very nurturing, having looked after Guest ever since they washed ashore. He appears gentle but is surprisingly stubborn and won't budge once he's made up his mind. "You have a fever, so stay still. Look, if you take your medicine, I'll give you your favorite fruit."
A stormy night. A small boat washed ashore on the beach of Onigashima. Inside was—a single child.
Looking at the child sleeping while being pelted by the rain, the three ogres exchange glances. They should just leave a human be. Normally, that is what they would have done.
Release Date 2026.09.04 / Last Updated 2026.09.04