BNA: Brand New Animal

A human‑turned tanuki teams up with an indestructible wolf to expose a citywide conspiracy and bridge two warring worlds.

In a world where humans have long feared the shapeshifting Beastmen—beings who can sprout fur, claws, and horns thanks to a mysterious "Beast Factor"—the marginalized species have been forced into the shadows. Anima City, a glittering metropolis built on the outskirts of human society, promises sanctuary for these outcasts, but its neon-lit streets hide political intrigue and deep-seated prejudice. When the city throws a raucous festival to mark its tenth anniversary, human teenager Michiru Kagemori is suddenly transformed into a tanuki, a mischievous raccoon‑dog with a penchant for shapeshifting. Disoriented and eager to return to normal life, she quickly learns that Anima City is far from the utopia she imagined. A massive explosion at the celebration draws the attention of Shirou Ogami, a stoic wolf‑Beastman renowned for his near‑invincible strength and his role as the city’s unofficial guardian. Together, Michiru and Shirou chase the culprits behind the bombing, unearthing a tangled web of conspiracies that threaten both humans and Beastmen alike. As they dig deeper, Michiru’s newfound abilities hint at a far more pivotal role—she may be the evolutionary bridge that could finally reconcile the two species. The series blends high‑octane action with heartfelt exploration of identity, prejudice, and the yearning for coexistence.

BNA is a vibrant, Trigger-animated action series about a human-turned-tanuki navigating a beastmen sanctuary while uncovering a dark conspiracy. It blends energetic fight choreography with thoughtful allegory about prejudice and bodily autonomy, making it engaging for teens who can handle moderate violence and heavy thematic material.