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Visionaries: Knights of the Magical Light

 
 

 

 

 

Prod. Notes:


 

September 1987 - December 1987,  syndicated

Marvel, Sunbow, Hasbro-Claster, TMS

 

Cast:

 

Leoric ............................................................................................... Neil Ross

Cryotek ............................................................................... Bernard Erhard

Feryl .......................................................................................... Beau Weaver

Galadria .......................................................................................... Susan Blu

Cindarr ....................................................................................... Peter Cullen

Mortredd .......................................................................... Jonathan Harris

Ectar ........................................................................... Michael McConnohie

Lexor .......................................................................... Michael McConnohie

Witterquick ........................................................................... Jim Cummings

Bearer Of Knowledge ....................................................... Jim Cummings

Arzon/Wisdom Owl .................................................................... Hal Rayle

Darkstorm .................................................................................... Chris Latta

Cravex ........................................................................................... Chris Latta

Reekon .......................................................................... Roscoe Lee Browne

Merklyn ........................................................................ Roscoe Lee Browne

Narrator ............................................................................. Malachi Throne

 

 

 

Synopsis:

 


 
When the many suns of the planet of Prysmos came into alignment, the results were catastrophic. The planet was thrust back into the Dark Ages, where magic equaled power. Because of the cataclysm, the planet was split into two warring factions - the evil Darkling Lords and the Knights of the Magical Light (who also went by "Spectral Knights" and "Visionaries"). Merklyn, a master of magic, assembled the group, in hopes of bringing peace to the planet that had been torn asunder by the catastrophic event.

The Knights and Darklings had on their armor a holographic chestplate, created by Merklyn. Through the wizard's power and after proving themselves through a series of tasks, the warriors were able to transform into the animal represented on their chestplates. The specific animals were assigned based on the bearer's own traits - a cheetah for speed, a lion for bravery, etc. Several of the warriors (both good and evil) also carried holographic staves, which could discharge the powers of speed, decay, and more through the reading of a rhymed incantation. The only catch was that each staff needed a recharge after every use, and Merklyn didn't give away his magic to just anyone.

Not all technology had been destroyed in the planet-alignment catastrophe, and many warriors chose to master machinery instead of (or in addition to) magic. A fleet of tactical and assault vehicles were used in Prysmos' battle between good and evil, and many of these had magic capabilities as well.

Visionaries: Knights of the Magical Light was co-produced by Marvel, and much like that company's Transformers, the series laced its action with humor, much of it self-effacing. For instance, one recurring gag had the all-knowing oracle putting everyone to sleep with his long-winded speeches.

Also like many 80's cartoons, Visionaries came with its own action figure line, complete with vehicles and holographic chestplates and staves. Despite the cool holographic gimmick, neither toy nor cartoon stuck around for very long. The animated Visionaries aired only 13 episodes, but that was more than enough to make an impression on the young fantasy buffs who watched.

 


 

 
 
Episodes:
 

 

The Age of Magic Begins

The Dark Hand of Treachery

Quest for the Dragon's Eye

The Price of Freedom

Feryl Steps Out

Lion Hunt

The Overthrow of Merkylnn

The Power of the Wise

Horn of Unicorn, Claw of Dragon

The Trail of the Three Wizards

Sorcery Squared

Honor Among Thieves

Dawn of the Sun Imps

 

 

 

 

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