“Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai – The Six Great Generals” (ドラゴンクエスト ダイの大冒険 ぶちやぶれ!! 新生6大将軍), Original Japanese First-Release Movie Poster 1992, B2 Size (c. 51.5 × 72.8 cm) G54
An original Japanese B2 theatrical poster for Nobutaka Nishizawa’s third Adventure of Dai film, released by Toei on 11 July 1992. The 1992 Summer Toei Anime Fair emblem appears at the upper right, identifying its original theatrical programme.
In Excellent condition, with vivid primary colours, richly shaded character artwork and a dramatic fantasy composition.
Film background
Based on the manga written by Riku Sanjo and illustrated by Koji Inada, The Adventure of Dai brought the world of the Dragon Quest games into Weekly Shōnen Jump and animation.
In this theatrical adventure, the ambitious Galvas assembles six new generals to defeat Dai and usurp Hadlar’s position. When Maam’s soul is stolen, Dai and his companions must recover it within a day to save her life. The film features a screenplay by Junki Takegami and music by Koichi Sugiyama, whose compositions are closely associated with Dragon Quest.
Poster design
Dai dominates the foreground in blue armour, sword drawn, with the golden winged Gome-chan beside him. Above, the imposing Galvas holds Maam, while armoured warriors and shadowy monsters surround the central action.
Angular golden lines cross the dark purple background, contrasting with the bright yellow upper panel. The dimensional red title anchors the composition below.
The publicity line calls the young hero into battle.
「静かに忍び寄る6大将軍の魔の手——行け、勇者ダイ!! 闇の戦士を撃て！」
“The sinister reach of the six great generals draws closer—go, brave Dai! Strike down the warriors of darkness!”
Condition
Excellent overall. The artwork retains strong colour and definition. Handling creases are visible, particularly along the upper margin, with scattered surface impressions more apparent on the reverse. Please review the full front, reverse and detail photographs for the condition of this copy.
An original vintage Japanese theatrical poster from Toei’s 1992 first release.
Over 34 years old.
Certificate of Authenticity included.
