Short answers, pulled from the story.
Kurau Phantom Memory is a Japanese science fiction anime series that follows a young woman named Kurau after she is fused with a sentient energy being called a Rynax. It explores themes of inter-familial relationships and the ethics of science.
Kurau Phantom Memory was broadcast in Japan by the anime television networks Animax and TV Asahi from June to December 2004.
Kurau Phantom Memory was produced by the Japanese studios Bones and Media Factory.
In Kurau Phantom Memory, a Rynax is a sentient life form made of pure energy that exists in Pairs and is channeled from an alternate dimension. When a Rynax fuses with a human the result is called a Ryna sapien, and the usual outcome of that fusion is a slow, agonizing death for both.
Kurau Phantom Memory received mixed but generally positive reviews from critics. T.H.E.M. Anime Reviews gave it five out of five stars, while IGN rated the first DVD 6 out of 10 and called it "Passable."
A.D. Vision licensed Kurau Phantom Memory for North American release for $960,000, with the deal in place since the first episode aired in Japan. In 2008 the license transferred to Funimation Entertainment, along with more than thirty other titles.