The Ancient Magus’ Bride is an anime adaptation based on the fantasy manga by Kore Yamazaki. The manga started serialization in 2013 and was adapted into an anime that premiered in 2017. This series is known for its dark fantasy themes, intricate world-building, and profound character development. The story follows Chise, a young girl who meets Elias, a mysterious mage, during a time of...
“Feast of Amrita” is an animated feature film released in 2023, directed, animated, written, and composed by Saku Sakamoto, who also wrote the screenplay and music. The movie is a horror/suspenseful story with a dark and fantastical atmosphere, rich in both art direction and music that captivate the senses. It features meticulously detailed visuals and a unique narrative, embodying the deep thematic elements that...
“HELLSING” is a Japanese manga and anime by Kota Hirano, serialized from 1997 to 2008. There were 10 volumes.It was adapted into an animated TV series in 2001 and an OVA in 2005. It was also announced that a live-action film adaptation in Hollywood is scheduled for March 2021. In the U.S., seven English translations of the book have been published since 2003, and...
“Dead Mount Death Play” is based on the manga written by Ryohgo Narita and illustrated by Shinta Fujimoto. The anime adaptation was released in 2023, directed by Manabu Ono, and produced by GEEKTOYS. This unique series blends dark fantasy with modern drama, depicting the story of a necromancer who reincarnates into a boy’s body. The anime captivates viewers with its intricate plot, action-packed scenes,...
“Record of Ragnarok” is an action-fantasy anime based on the manga by Shinya Umemura (original story), Takumi Fukui (composition), and Ajichika (art). The manga began serialization in 2017 and quickly gained popularity. The anime adaptation was released in 2021, capturing attention with its intense battle scenes and the theme of gods versus humanity. The story centers around battles for the survival of humanity, featuring...
Hell’s Paradise is based on the manga by Yuji Kaku, serialized from 2018 to 2021 in Shonen Jump+. The story is set in the Edo period, where death row convicts and executioners are sent to a perilous island in search of the Elixir of Life. The anime adaptation was announced in 2023, captivating fans of action and dark fantasy. It features intense battle scenes...
“Sorcerous Stabber Orphen” is a fantasy anime based on the light novel by Yoshinobu Akita. First published in 1994, the novel gained widespread popularity as a classic in the fantasy genre. The initial anime series aired in 1998, followed by reboots and new series over the years. The story, which incorporates magic, adventure, and character growth, has captivated audiences for decades. Animation production is...
“Platinum End” is an anime adaptation of the manga by Tsugumi Oba (story) and Takeshi Obata (art), known for their works “DEATH NOTE” and “Bakuman.” The series was adapted into anime in 2021, directed by Hideya Takahashi and Kazuchika Kise, and produced by Signal.MD. The story follows Mirai Kakehashi, a boy who once lived in despair and is saved by an angel, only to...
