The Heroic Legend of Arslan
After having finished Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood (you ought to watch it if you haven't done so yet, for real), I gained a lot of respect for the mangaka Hiromu Arakawa, the mangaka of FMAB. Naturally, I grew interested into this new anime called Arslan Senki that came out a little while ago. While the manga orientates after Arakawa's character designs, Arakawa is not credited with the story. In fact, the anime is based on a novel series from the 80s and has already once been adapted into a manga and six OVAs.
Brief Synopsis
In the prosperous kingdom of Pars lies the Royal Capital of Ecbatana, a city of splendor and wonder, ruled by the undefeated and fearsome King Andragoras. Arslan is the young and curious prince of Pars who, despite his best efforts, doesn't seem to have what it takes to be a proper king like his father.
At the age of 14, Arslan goes to his first battle and loses everything as the blood-soaked mist of war gives way to scorching flames, bringing him to face the demise of his once glorious kingdom. However, it is Arslan's destiny to be a ruler, and despite the trials that face him, he must now embark on a journey to reclaim his fallen kingdom.
(Source: Kodansha USA)
Novel Series
The novel, written by Yoshiki Tanaka, has been first published way back in 1986, and is still ongoing with 14 volumes (makes me wonder how the anime will end).
Manga
So, there are two mangas. The first one was drawn Chisato Nakamura in the nineties and covered 13 volumes; the second one is drawn by Hiromu Arakawa and has so far 3 volumes.
left: first manga (1991-1996)/right: second manga (2013-ongoing)
OVA
Since the first manga was very popular, six OVAs have been released from 1991-1995. The first two were apparently movies and were done by Studio Animate Film. The last four were half as long (each 30 min) and were done by Studio J.C. Staff. I've never watched the OVAs, but I'm sure a few others did as it has also been dubbed.
Anime(2015)
Currently, the 24-episode anime Arslan Senki produced by Studio Liden Films and Sanzigen is airing in Japan; so far, seven episodes have been released.
So far, I've only watched the anime. Very enjoyable in my eyes, and I particularly love the cast. Anyone, who's a sucker for historical animes, should try this out.
Trailer
Edited by trang95, 18 May 2015 - 06:39 PM.
But got no time... I started too many things these days XD
Yeah from the moment we saw Black. Impossible not to put Kagura there.
