A preview and story for Episode 8 of the TV anime Orb: On the Movements of the Earth, titled "Becoming Icarus," airing on Saturday, Novenber 16, have been released.

Orb: On the Movements of the Earth - Episode 8 Story

In Episode 8, titled “Becoming Icarus,” characters Badeni and Oczy approach Yorenta after she solves a complex astronomical problem. Although Yorenta initially denies authorship, Badeni recognizes her intellect and invites her to join him in exploring the forbidden “heliocentric theory.” Yorenta is torn, not only by the ideological taboo but also by her connection to the influential Count Piast, the head of her astronomy institute and a staunch defender of the geocentric view.

Part 2 Footage Released!

The second chapter depicting those who inherit the truth of the world that Rafal risked his life to believe in and entrust has been unveiled. The first chapter ended with a shocking conclusion—Rafal, who believed the heliocentric theory to be the truth, sacrificed his life to connect this belief to the future. Ten years later, the one who found the stone box containing Rafal's conviction was Oczy, who had despaired of the world and could barely read. He brought together Badeni and Yolenta, both possessing uncontainable intellectual curiosity, just like Rafal. The heretic Hubert and Potocki spun the heliocentric theory—a truth that could overturn the universe—connecting it to Oczy through the rogue Glass. The footage shows Oczy advancing to prove the heliocentric theory together with Badeni and Yolenta.

Can they overturn the geocentric theory, which is considered the truth of the world? Expectations are high for the future developments!

About Orb: On the Movements of the Earth

Orb: On the Movements of the Earth is based on the manga of the same name by Uoto, serialized in Big Spirits Comics (published by Shogakukan). It is a highly acclaimed work, having won the Grand Prize at the 26th Tezuka Osamu Cultural Awards.

Set in 15th-century Europe, during a time when heretical ideas were punished by burning at the stake, the story follows those who risk their beliefs and lives to prove the heliocentric theory, which challenged the dominant geocentric worldview.

The prodigy Rafał is expected to major in theology, but one day, a mysterious man researching a "heretical truth" appears before him.

Streaming Platforms

Distributor: Netflix
Streaming Start Date: Oct 5
Last Updated: Every Saturday
Please note that availability may vary by region. Check official sources for details.

Source : ORICON NEWS