zom 100

Okay, let's dive into the action-packed, darkly comedic, and surprisingly insightful world of "Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead" (ゾン100～ゾンビになるまでにしたい100のこと～, Zom Hyaku: Zombie ni Naru Made ni Shitai 100 no Koto)!

**What is Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead?**

•   **Original Title:** ゾン100～ゾンビになるまでにしたい100のこと～ (Zom Hyaku: Zombie ni Naru Made ni Shitai 100 no Koto)

•   **Based on:** The manga of the same name written by Haro Aso and illustrated by Kotaro Takata. (Haro Aso also created *Alice in Borderland*)

•   **Studio:** BUG FILMS (known for *Komi Can't Communicate*)

•   **Genre:** Zombie, Action, Comedy, Slice of Life

•   **Aired:** Summer 2023

•   **Episodes:** 12 (faced production delays, similar to *Uncle from Another World*)

**Synopsis:**

Akira Tendo is a 24-year-old office worker who is utterly burnt out by his soul-crushing corporate job. He works long hours, endures constant harassment from his boss, and feels completely dead inside. One morning, he wakes up to find that a zombie apocalypse has erupted in Japan.

Instead of despairing, Akira experiences a sense of liberation. He is finally free from the daily grind and the oppressive demands of his job. Embracing the chaos, Akira decides to create a "bucket list" of 100 things he wants to do before he becomes a zombie himself.

The series follows Akira as he embarks on a journey to fulfill his bucket list, encountering other survivors, battling zombies (often in creative and humorous ways), and rediscovering his zest for life.

**Key Characters:**

•   **Akira Tendo:** The protagonist. He is a former office worker who embraces the zombie apocalypse as an opportunity to live life to the fullest.

•   **Kencho (Kenichiro Ryuzaki):** Akira's best friend from college. He is initially more hesitant about embracing the apocalypse but eventually joins Akira on his journey.

•   **Shizuka Mikazuki:** A strong and intelligent woman who has been preparing for the apocalypse for years.

•   **Beatrix Amerhauser:** A young German woman and fellow survivor with the unique "Zomtourist" title.

**Key Themes:**

•   **Finding Freedom:** The series explores the theme of finding freedom from oppressive systems and living life on your own terms.

•   **Embracing Life:** The series encourages viewers to embrace life.

•   **Redefining Success:** The series challenges traditional notions of success and encourages viewers to define their own goals and values.

•   **Friendship and Connection:** The series emphasizes the importance of friendship and human connection in times of crisis.

•   **Satire of Corporate Culture:** The series satirizes corporate culture and the dehumanizing effects of overwork.

**Why is Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead Worth Watching?**

•   **Unique Premise:** The premise of a zombie apocalypse freeing someone from the monotony of their life is unique and humorous.

•   **Action-Packed Battles:** The series features action-packed battles with zombies.

•   **Humorous Moments:** The series is full of comedic moments that provide a welcome respite from the serious themes.

•   **Positive Message:** The series promotes living life to the fullest and finding meaning in the present moment.

•   **Visually Appealing:** The animation is visually appealing and stylish.

•   **Well-Developed Characters**: The characters are very complex and well-developed

•   **It's relatable**: Many viewers can relate to Akira's feelings of burnout

**Things to Consider Before Watching:**

•   **Zombie Violence:** The series contains a significant amount of zombie violence.

•   **Ecchi Elements:** The series contains some ecchi elements.

•   **Inconsistent Production:** Much like "Uncle from Another World", it had serious production delays

**Where to Watch:**

•   **Streaming Services:** Check Crunchyroll, Hulu, Netflix, or other anime streaming platforms in your region. Availability may vary.

**In summa