Ai No Kusabi (2012) (dub) Apr 2026

: The genetically engineered elite who rule the capital city, Tanagura.

The story is set in a dystopian future on the planet , ruled by an authoritarian supercomputer named Jupiter. Society is governed by a strict caste system based on hair color: Ai no Kusabi (2012) (Dub)

: The dark-haired underclass who live in the slums of Ceres. : The genetically engineered elite who rule the

The 2012 remake of is a four-episode Original Video Animation (OVA) series based on the sci-fi yaoi novel by Rieko Yoshihara . Produced by Anime International Company (AIC), it updates the classic 1992 OVA with modern CGI-blended animation and a new voice cast. Setting and Plot The 2012 remake of is a four-episode Original

The narrative follows , a "mongrel" gang leader, who is saved from death by Iason Mink , a high-ranking Blondie. In exchange for his life, Riki becomes Iason's " pet "—a legal sex slave. The relationship sparks scandal because Iason keeps Riki far longer than socially acceptable, defying the sterile and voyeuristic norms of the Elite class. English Dub Production

While the 2012 version is praised for being more faithful to the original novels' world-building and character nuances, it is widely known for its . Originally planned for 12 episodes, production was halted due to financial difficulties, leaving the series to end abruptly after only four episodes.

Licensed by Media Blasters , the English dub was released in December 2017. The production was handled by Kocha Sound , with direction and scriptwriting by Brittany Lauda and Matt Shipman. Iason Mink : Todd Haberkorn Riki : Darren Mitchell Guy : Ricco Fajardo Katze : Michael A. Zekas Raoul Am : Chuck Huber Kirie : Bryson Baugus The Remake's Legacy