Seraph of the End Review: An epic tale of the battle between vampires and humans

Seraph of the End: An epic tale of the battle between vampires and humans

Seraph of the End is a TV anime series based on the manga by Takaya Kagami and Yamato Yamamoto. It aired from April 4 to June 20, 2015, and was available on Tokyo MX and MBS. It has 12 episodes, each 30 minutes long, and was animated by WIT STUDIO. It is directed by Daisuke Tokudo, and the copyright belongs to Takaya Kagami, Yamato Yamamoto, Daisuke Furuya/Shueisha, and the Seraph of the End Production Committee.

story

The story of "Seraph of the End" begins with a mysterious virus called the "Apocalypse Virus" that suddenly attacks humanity. This virus kills all humans except for children under the age of 13, dealing a devastating blow to the world. However, the adults who were supposed to be dead are resurrected as vampires and come to dominate humanity. The protagonist, Yuichiro Hyakuya, is a boy who survived in an orphanage after his family was killed by vampires. He decides to fight with his friends to free humanity from vampires.

The story depicts how Yuichiro and his friends grow and deepen their bonds as they fight vampires. It not only focuses on the fight against vampires, but also delves deeply into themes such as the inner world of humans, conflicts, friendship and love. In particular, the relationship between Yuichiro and the vampire Mikaela is at the core of the story, and the friendship and conflict between the two add excitement to the story.

character

There are many fascinating characters in "Seraph of the End." Below are the main characters.

Yuichiro Hyakuya

The protagonist. A boy whose family was killed by a vampire, swears revenge. He fights vampires with his friends. He has a strong will and a sense of justice, but sometimes gets carried away by his emotions.

Saotome Yoichi

Yuichiro's best friend. He fights vampires alongside Yuichiro. Although he has a calm and rational personality, he is prepared to risk his life to protect his friends.

Shion Sannomiya

Yuichiro's childhood friend. She is someone who supports Yuichiro and gives him emotional support. She is a kind, yet strong-willed woman.

Michaela Hyuga

A vampire boy. He is Yuichiro's childhood friend, and even after being turned into a vampire, he cannot let go of his feelings for Yuichiro. His friendship and conflict with Yuichiro are important elements of the story.

Krul Tepes

A vampire girl. She holds a high position among vampires. Although she has a cold-hearted personality, she begins to have special feelings for Yuichiro.

Animation and Music

The animation of "Seraph of the End" is a work that highlights WIT STUDIO's high technical capabilities. It is full of visual appeal, such as the power of the battle scenes and the detailed expressions of the characters. In particular, the scenes depicting the battle between vampires and humans are impressive for their speed and power of movement. In addition, the depiction of the backgrounds and worldview is beautiful, and has the power to draw the viewer into the world of the story.

Music is also an important element in adding excitement to the story. The opening theme, "XU," is a powerful song by SawanoHiroyuki[nZk] that heightens the tension of the story. The ending theme, "scaPEGoat," is sung by actor Ishikawa Kaito, and features a memorable, sad melody that reflects Yuichiro's feelings. The background music is also used skillfully to match the development of the story, stirring the emotions of the viewer.

Evaluation and Impressions

"Seraph of the End" is an epic story about the battle between vampires and humans, but it is also praised for its depiction of character growth and the deepening of human relationships. In particular, the friendship and conflict between Yuichiro and Mikaela strikes a strong chord with viewers. It is also highly praised for its pursuit of realism as a human drama while incorporating the fantasy element of vampires.

However, some viewers feel that the story unfolds a little too quickly. In particular, some feel that the characters' inner lives and relationships are not explored enough, with the battle against vampires taking center stage. In addition, some have pointed out that there are differences in content between the original manga and the anime, but these are due to the anime's unique interpretation and direction, and viewers' opinions are divided.

Recommendations and related works

Seraph of the End is recommended for those who like vampires and fantasy elements, and those who enjoy human drama and character development. You may also enjoy other vampire-themed works. Here are some related works:

• "Tokyo Ghoul": A dark fantasy that depicts the battle between humans and ghouls who have disguised themselves as humans. It is a work that depicts the inner lives of characters and their relationships in depth.
• "Attack on Titan": A grand story about the battle between Titans and humans. The animation is produced by WIT STUDIO, the same studio that produced "Seraph of the End."
• "Blood Lad": A comedy about the coexistence of vampires and humans. Recommended for those who want to enjoy the world of vampires.

summary

"Seraph of the End" is an appealing work that depicts the epic story of the battle between vampires and humans, but also the growth of the characters and the deepening of human relationships. The animation quality and music have also been highly praised, and it has the power to draw the viewer into the world of the story. This work is recommended for those who like vampires and fantasy elements, and those who want to enjoy human drama and character growth. You can gain a deeper understanding and be moved by watching related works as well.