Appliyama 470
Appliyama 470 (アプリ山４７０, Apuriyama Yon-Nana-Maru; lit. "Appli Mountain Four-Seven-Zero") is an idol group in Digimon Universe Appli Monsters. Established by L-Corp, it has 470 members, each associated with a different app. Karan Eri joins the group after being inspired by its leading member, Kagurazaka Izumi.
The group's catchphrase, "There are as many idols as there are apps" (アプリの数だけアイドルがいる, Apuri no kazu dake aidoru ga iru), echoes the slogan "There are as many monsters as there are apps" associated with Appmon. Its members wear individual variations of a blue outfit with yellow stars. The group holds popularity elections in which fans vote for their favorite members. It is a reference to the real-life idol group AKB48.
Organization[edit]
The nine highest-ranking members are known as the 9 GODs (９人ゴッド / ９人ＧＯＤ, Kyūnin Goddo). Kagurazaka Izumi is the group's leading idol and ranks first in the election shown in the anime. The name "9 GODs" alludes to the "Kami 7" designation associated with AKB48.
Election results determine the members' rankings. During the election shown in the anime, Karan Eri briefly appears to take first place because Calcumon manipulates the votes. After the interference is uncovered, Izumi returns to first place and Eri finishes tenth.
Members[edit]
- Kagurazaka Izumi
- Ougimachi Sakura
- Onomichi Hikari
- Ichinomiya Komaki
- Tsukushi Miyako
- Himeji Umi
- Yachimata Iyo
- Gion Maiko
- Sagamihara Minako
- Karan Eri
- Yugawara Maho
- Mashiro Arisu
- Kibayashi Erena
- Shinonome Tsubame
- Anan Yoshino
- Towada Anzu
- Kureha Nagisa
- Amese Hotaru
- Akiu Aoba
- Tatakigawa Akari
- Utsumiya Ichigo
- Hokuto Kaede
- Nakashima Keiko
- Azusagawa Kurumi
- Kiryuu Mayu
- Gojou Yae
- Kitsuji Misachi
- Ketsushiro Hitachi
- Housu Usagi
- Kaniwa Momo
- Harumaki Sanae
Appearances[edit]
Anime[edit]
Digimon Universe Appli Monsters[edit]
Karan Eri decides to become an idol after watching a performance by Kagurazaka Izumi. Izumi encourages her during the auditions, and Eri joins Appliyama 470. Eri later hopes to perform alongside Izumi at a concert featuring the 9 GODs. Although she is not selected, she meets Izumi and thanks her for inspiring her.
The group's annual popularity election becomes the target of Calcumon, which manipulates the votes to place Eri ahead of Izumi in the provisional results. Once Calcumon's interference is stopped, the rankings are corrected. Later, L-Corp decides to disband Appliyama 470.
Manga[edit]
Digimon Universe Appli Monsters[edit]
Karan Eri, a member of Appliyama 470, appears in the manga alongside her Buddy Appmon, Dokamon. The group itself does not play a documented role in the manga's story.
Appli Monsters: Appmon Academy!![edit]
Video Games[edit]
Digimon Universe Appli Monsters[edit]
Appliyama 470 appears in advertisements for smartphone apps, including one displayed at a convenience store in Yongendori. Although Kazuki/Itsuki shows some familiarity with the group when examining the advertisement, they fail to recognize Karan Eri when meeting her in person.
During the subquest "Lady Eri is Here", Eri introduces herself as an Appliyama 470 idol and performs her signature catchphrase and pose, but neither helps Kazuki/Itsuki identify her. Realizing she is not yet universally known, she resolves to continue working toward becoming a top idol. She appoints Kazuki/Itsuki as her temporary manager and bodyguard, asking them to recover a missing accessory from her Appliyama 470 stage costume.
Eri's popularity is demonstrated by Ryouji and the Mihama Gang, who compete for the opportunity to serve as her manager and bodyguard. After conceding the role to Kazuki/Itsuki, they express their happiness at simply being able to speak with her.
During the Exchange Festival, Eri faces Naoto and attempts to overwhelm him with her idol Dokkan Punch. However, Naoto neither knows nor takes an interest in Appliyama 470, leaving him unaffected by her appeal.
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