Creator Sofia Alexander, previously a storyboard artist for Infinity Train, tells Polygon, “I hope that the love I have for Mexico and our culture and heritage is translated correctly.” Onyx Equinox is a Mexican-American animated streaming television series created by Sofia Alexander for Crunchyroll.It is based on the mythologies of Mesoamerica, featuring deities of Aztec, Maya and Zapotec myth, while also making references to the Olmecs. Creator Sofia Alexander, previously a storyboard artist for Infinity Train, tells Polygon, “I hope that the love I have for Mexico and our culture and heritage is translated … In a CBR-exclusive clip from Crunchyroll's Onyx Equinox, Yaotl summons Quetzalcoatl to discuss his doubts about Izel, only to discover another shock. A group of gods assign Quetzalcoatl to close the gates of the underworld that were opened by Mictlantecuhtli, ... First episode is important to a show’s reputation, and this first episode of Onyx Equinox is a bumpy ride from the animations to the main character. Parents need to know that Onyx Equinox is an adult-oriented anime series set in ancient Mesoamerican history, and features some of the mythology and cultural practices of the time. The god Quetzalcoatl (“Plumed Serpent”), voiced by Zeus Mendoza in Onyx Equinox. He makes the bet with Tezcatlipoca to find the human champion to close the five Underworld gates. Onyx Equinox follows Izel, an Aztec boy who is saved from death by the gods and forced to act as “humanity’s champion” in a journey that takes him across ancient Mesoamerica. Onyx Equinox‘s opening scene throws the audience into the middle of a blood war between gods. report. A lot of why I like Onyx Equinox S1 is because of the Mesoamerican mythology. It gave me the type of mythological quest I’m interested in. Quetzalcoatl. Posted by 19 days ago. Just joined today and wanted to let you guys know that I really dig this show. Quetzalcoatl and Tezcatlipoca make a side bet to see if the "lowest-of-the-low" can serve as humanity's champion to save the human race. And I’m glad I did. This recap contains spoilers for the Onyx Equinox episode “Jaws of The Jaguar.” Onyx Equinox gets its main plot underway this week in “Jaws of The Jaguar.” The show’s second episode serves two functions: to kick off the central narrative, and secondarily to introduce deuteragonist Yaotl. Onyx Equinox Season 1 Episode 1: The Last Day Summary: As Mictlantecuhtli initiates a blood war, the other Gods consider destroying humanity altogether. Here, blood is a commodity. Onyx Equinox is an American animated web series created by Sofia Alexander for Crunchyroll.It is based on the mythologies of Mesoamerica, featuring deities of Aztec, Zapotec and Mayan myth. As a special gift for fans around the world, Crunchyroll is going to deliver all episodes of Onyx Equinox on Saturday, December 26 so fans can fully enjoy the entire series over the winter break. And warm, like that same blood, like the skin when it shudders at the peak of passion, like the entrails when they girdle his rigid sex, like the mouth that offers itself to his kisses and devours. [art courtesy Crunchyroll] The god Tezcatlipoca (“Smoking Mirror”), voiced by Arin Hanson in Onyx Equinox. 1 comment. However, he can’t due do this due to said gates being made of obsidian, which is toxic against the gods. Mictlantecuhtli. ... Quetzalcoatl and Tezcatlipoca make a side bet to see if the "lowest-of-the-low" can serve as humanity's champion to save the human race. VA: Castulo Guerra . Onyx Equinox is a good show that’s produced by Crunchyroll Studios that shows a lot about Mesoamerican societies.From the ulama game to the cities, it was an enlightening experience to learn about the old societies. The end of Episode 1 of the Crunchyroll original series, Onyx Equinox, left series protagonist Izel at the bottom of a (literal) pit of despair after the sacrifice of his older sister, Nelli. EXCLUSIVE: Onyx Equinox Clip Reveals Yaotl's Growing Doubts About Izel. WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Episode 2 of Onyx Equinox "Jaws of the Jaguar," now streaming on Crunchyroll.. Quetzalcoatl, a serpente emplumada ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ~ Em ordem: Onyx Equinox; Fate/Grand Order - Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia (via Aniplex USA); Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid; Onyx Equinox (2020– ) Episode List. In Uxmal, a tragic decision sets Izel's destiny in motion. VA: Zeus Mendoza . But, with the gods Quetzalcoatl (Zeus Mendoza) and Tezcatlipoca (Arin Hanson) distrusting of each other, they have asked for Yaotl, Tezcatlipoca’s champion to oversee the quest and ensure that there are no tricks or cheating involved. - Here's a video delving deep into Onyx Equinox's Mesoamerican influences! Forums; ... Quetzalcoatl has varied interpretations. Quetzalcoatl's power is sweet, sweet like the blood of sacrifices. Onyx Equinox, the third Original production by anime-distributor Crunchyroll, is a blood-spilling animated fantasy series steeped into the temples, gods, and rituals of Mesoamerican history and mythology. The Lore and Mythology Of Onyx Equinox EXPLAINED! Quetzalcoatl (Onyx Equinox) Tezcatlipoca (Onyx Equinox) Xolotl (Onyx Equinox) Introspection; Character Study; Summary. 30. The gods of Onyx Equinox. Quetzalcoatl and Yaotl’s conversation contains quite a bit of new information for us, some of it pulled directly from the Aztec religion, some of it the work of Onyx Equinox itself. After watching and reading about more well-known mythologies like Greek and Norse, it’s super refreshing to see the Mesoamerican mythologies – Aztec, Mayan, and Olmec in particular – see some earnest representation. 31. Quetzalcóatl's power is … Home / Series / Onyx Equinox / Absolute Order / Season 1 / Episode 1 ... As Mictlantecuhtli initiates a blood war, the other Gods consider destroying humanity altogether. Watch Onyx Equinox Episode 1, ... Quetzalcoatl and Tezcatlipoca make a side bet to see if the “lowest-of-the-low” can serve as humanity’s champion to save the human race. The series focuses on an adolescent Aztec boy named Izel. The show’s main plot is the apocalyptic conflict that forces a … Quetzalcoatl As the “feathered serpent” god, his first appearance in a human shell is laden with feathers and scales. The concept of the five suns is alluded to in Onyx Equinox, where Quetzalcoatl claims that the gods made humanity four times before. Onyx Equinox an original animated series from Crunchyroll. Created by Sofia Alexander, Onyx Equinox takes the classic myths and ledges, and gives it a new twist. Onyx Equinox begins when the Aztec god of the underworld, Mictlantecuhtli, levels a Zapotec city after stealing blood sacrifices from the other gods. There is lots of fantasy violence, including gory scenes of people covered in blood, missing limbs, committing suicide, and having necks slashed as part of ritualistic human sacrifices. This prompts god Quetzalcoatl to close the gates to the underworld. Onyx Equinox, the third Original production by anime-distributor Crunchyroll, is a blood-spilling animated fantasy series steeped into the temples, gods, and rituals of Mesoamerican history and mythology.. Current Episode (aired 26 Dec. 2020) The Bet. But I just had to sketch Quetzalcoatl. Tezcatlipoca seeks to end the current human era, since he believes humans are too greedy and waste their blood in battle rather than as sacrifices. hide. Hey, I’m new to the subreddit. Onyx Equinox wastes no time in getting down to business, cramming all that into the first ten minutes of the first episode, and while it’s a lot to take on board when you’re watching it, it certainly gets things started with a bang. The show follows an Aztec boy named Izel as he is chosen by the god Quetzalcoatl to close five gates to the underworld and save humanity from potential doom. Be the first one to add a plot. Go To. 29 points. The cycle of humanity’s ages will be new to anyone not versed in their Aztec creation myths. … Onyx Equinox (Image: PR) With all 12 episodes in Onyx Equinox season 1 currently available to stream on Crunchyroll, I decided to binge-watch the latest Mexican-American animated series. For Onyx Equinox, it's the Olmec civilization, which was a real civilization that experts consider to be the cornerstone of Mesoamerican culture, but which we know extremely little about. 2 comments. Although he's generally considered the Big Good of the nahua mythology, he's still generally depicted as being loyal to his family. The hardest part of his entire plan is pretending that he doesn’t care. Language: English Words: 659 Chapters: 1/1 Comments: 6 Kudos: 23 Bookmarks: 3 Hits: 99 Quetzalcoatl and Tezcatlipoca make a side bet to see if the “lowest-of-the-low” can serve as humanity’s champion to save the human race. save. I haven’t drawn fanart in forever. 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