Title:Dennou Coil
Type:TV
Released on year:1998
Released in:Spring
Num Episodes:26
In the not-so-distant future, the intertwining of augmented reality into our everyday lives has become a game-changer. Enter young Yasako Okonogi, a mild-mannered middle schooler, along with her family, who have recently relocated to the enigmatic Daikoku City—a place plagued by unsettling rumors of people vanishing without a trace. Unfazed by the unnerving talk, Yasako finds herself caught up in a whirlwind of excitement as her spirited grandmother, affectionately known as "Mega-baa," operates a clandestine emporium called Megasia. This establishment deals in the shadiest yet cutting-edge tools that seamlessly interact with virtual realms. But that's not all—Mega-baa also heads an unofficial detective agency named "Coil," where a group of young sleuths, including Yasako, tirelessly combats the corruption plaguing the virtual landscape. Everything kicks into high gear when Fumie Hashimoto, a cheeky Coil member, comes to Yasako's aid when her loyal cyberdog, Densuke, becomes trapped in the treacherous grips of a perplexing virus lurking within the digital realm. Adding another layer to this tangled web of mystery is a fierce and no-nonsense hacker, Yuuko Amasawa, whom the group affectionately dubs Isako. Join Coil in their quest to unearth the truth behind these enigmatic viruses and the pervasive corruption, but be prepared for unimaginable challenges that could come at a grave cost. Brace yourself for an exhilarating journey through the depths of virtual reality!
The series garnered critical acclaim and achieved an impressive feat by clinching the prestigious Seiun Award in 2008 for its phenomenal impact in the Best Dramatic Presentation category.