Alternative TitlesEnglish: Shakugan no Shana Synonyms: 灼眼のシャナ, Shana, Shana of the Burning Eyes Japanese: 灼眼のシャナ
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Type: TV
Episodes: 24
Status: Finished Airing
Aired: Oct 6, 2005 to Mar 23, 2006
Duration:
25 min. per episode Rating:
PG-13 - Teens 13 or older
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StatisticsScore: 8.081 (scored by 27364 users)
Ranked: #2822
Popularity: #25
Members: 43,536
Favorites: 1,876 1 indicates a weighted score
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SynopsisHe had thought his normal days would last forever, until they were ended abruptly by an encounter with a girl with red hair and eyes. He named her Shana.
Not long after he enters high school, Sakai Yuji’s normal days come to an end. He sees something bizarre on his way home: people are frozen in a strange fire, and a monster that looks like a large doll is attacking them. Just when he's about to be killed, a girl in a dark cloak wielding a large sword appears, and slices the monster in half. Although Yuji survives the strange encounter, the girl informs him of a desolate truth: " 'You' don’t exist anymore. "
She calls herself a Flame Haze who hunts “Guze no Tomogara”; intruders from another world. She explains to him that he is a "Torch”, a substitute of Yuji whose “existence” has already been devoured. She also told him that he is a special Torch, “Mystis”, which contains a precious item in it. When he looks at his chest, he sees within himself a faint flame, just as she said.
It is in this way that his eternal struggle alongside the girl begins. (Source: AnimeNFO) |
Related AnimeAdaptation: Shakugan no Shana, Shakugan no Shana
Spin-off: Shakugan no Shana Specials
Side story: Shakugan no Shana Tokubetsuhen: Koi to Onsen no Kougai Gakushuu!, Shakugan no Shana: Naze Nani Shana
Summary: Shakugan no Shana Movie
Sequel: Shakugan no Shana II
Character: Dengeki Bunko 2007 Movie Festival Special
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kaminakun
113 of 149 people found this review helpful
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24 of 24 episodes seen
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"You are not a human. You are an object."
If you were told the above, what would your reaction be? Sakai Yuji, the male protagonist of Shakugan no Shana, was thrown precisely into this chaotic situation one day while walking home from school. At the same time, viewers were introduced to the main theme of the anime. What if no one will ever remember your existence in this world. Being dead is one thing, but if everything about you will be erased from this world when you die (that includes people's memory of you), the thought alone could be terrifying to many.
While at first glance Shakugan no Shana may seem like just another anime with the protagonist being thrown into a world he never thought existed. It really make itself standout from the rest if for no other reason than the spectacular introduction to the theme of the story. The story develop itself rather slowly midway through the series as the viewers were taken back in time for some background learning that lead us to understand certain characters better (more on that in the character section). Overall there was no rush to the story as events unfold themselves in a very elegant and comprehensive manner.
It should, however, be noted that since this is just an introductory season to the Shana saga (there is a season 2 to Shakugan no Shana and there will most likely be more in the future), not a lot of questions were answered ... but many were raised and leave people in confusion at the end.
Though it can't be considered a masterpiece in animation, it is in fact still pretty top notch, especially the battle effects (flames for example, were animated in great detail and looked very awesome). If there's anything to complain about, it would be the over-sized eyes on most characters. But once that's accepted, everything else about the animation should not hurt your eyes.
While the OP were very catchy, I didn't quite like the ED much (personal taste). Sound tracks were great as they match well with the intended scenes, some can even help drive your emotion a bit. In addition, the seiyu are quite famous:
Shana voiced by Rie Kugimiya whose famous for her role in Full Metal Alchemist as Alphonse Elric, Nena Trinity in Gundam 00, and Louise Françoise in Zero no Tsukaima. Kazumi Yoshida voiced by Ayako Kawasumi who voiced in Fate/stay night as Saber, Kanokon as Chizuru Minamoto, and Otoha Sakurano in Sky Girls.
Shakugan no Shana also stars Hitomi Nabatame, Shizuka Itou, Mamiko Noto, and many many more talented voice actors/actresses.
Characters are what make this anime shine like a star. Due to the "non-rushing" nature of the show, each character (even the supporting casts) present their own background history and overtime we get to know their personality more and their "behind thoughts". This result in a very real and believable group of fantastically designed characters (both in terms of the "realism" and the "looks"). Definitely not something you see often in anime these days. The drawback is that some viewers may find it boring or made the stalled the story development.
While not quite a masterpiece level anime, Shakugan no Shana is still a show that is very successful in every single aspect. Personally, this show started out quite a bit like Busou Renkin and Bleach (while others say it is similar to Fate/stay night), but it ultimately delivered a much stronger impression on me than the ones mentioned. read more
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xenith
29 of 39 people found this review helpful
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24 of 24 episodes seen
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10 |
| Story |
9 |
| Animation |
9 |
| Sound |
9 |
| Character |
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Okay, for my first ever review, I thought I'd review one of my all time favourites, Shakugan no Shana.
Before I start, let me say that this anime is not everyone's cup of tea. Some people love it, some hate it and some are in between. As for me, I love it to bits so if my review seems a bit biased, I apologise right off the bat.
First off, the storyline, I'm sure there are a few anime out there featuring parallel worlds or dimensions but I really enjoyed the way it's portrayed in this anime. The main reason for this being that, with such a grim and mature-ish beginning to the anime that gave it such a depth to storyline, the anime does also get lighter by mixing it with some other elements as well and I enjoy these lighter moments as much as the more intense parts of the anime. And mind you, this anime does seem to make the world around the main protagonist, Yuji, to seem hopeless at the start but it grows to become more light-hearted while still maintaining its original premise.
The artwork is rather good in my honest opinion. The characters are reasonably well drawn, although they are of the large-eyed variety as seen in many anime, they are still pretty decent to look at. In my opinion, the artwork shines the most during the fight scenes. The fight scenes never seem to leave you disoriented since it is laid out in such a way that makes it simple and yet, an enjoyment to watch.
For the sound of the anime, I have found nothing I am particularly unhappy about when it comes to the overall sound of the anime. Basically, everything sounds alright, with no flaws or anything that I have found. The voice acting was also pretty decent, and I know some people would beg to differ right here but I liked the way that Rie Kugimiya voiced Shana to be very child-like to mirror Shana's original age and her true child-like self. I did also really enjoy the opening and ending themes of the series. The animations during these are pretty decent as well.
Now for my favourite part, the characters. The characters really do grow on you in this anime. They also really do have some growth, even the less important ones do have some development to a certain degree. The most of development however must happen to the main characters and this series does not disappoint. First off, the main male protagonist, Yuji Sakai, there is a good deal of development especially at the early stages of the series when he is thrust headlong into a reality that seems so hopeless for him, and yet, he grows to understand and accept his situation. Second, there's Shana, the main female protagonist. Being a tsundere(wiki it if you're wondering what this means) character, she does have a lot of development as a character in the story throughout the series as she grows less cold toward Yuji, as she originally viewed him as little more than an object, and instead begins to grow more fond of him and these feelings really confuse her as she still has to maintain her duty as a Flame Haze.
Now for the enjoyment factor, I really did enjoy it. Especially in the later parts of the anime, the plot and the characters did leave me feeling more and more attached to the anime. Most of all, I enjoyed watching the development of Yuji and Shana's relationship together since it's not your typical boy likes girl, girl likes boy drama, it's a lot more complicated than it appears.
Overall, this is a great anime to watch with characters that begin to grow on you after a while. I definitely would recommend watching it. And it's also a must watch for any tsundere fan out there as well. read more
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This is a must see once you see it you will see why
Similar protagonists, both voiced by the same seiyuu, Rie Kugimiya.
Awesome anime! The characters in general are one of the best parts of this anime.
Shana = Louise, not just the same voice but exactly the same personality.
These two are ALOT alike. Both have lolicon characters doing the main role, both fall in love but are too shy to talk about it and both have a bit idiotic guys they like :P
both shows are fiction-based, and both contain protagonist that are female with flat chest, which is where the humor comes in. both are good show, but zero no tsukaima is funnier. on the negative side, both have shitty endings, but its they are still worth watching
Featuring Rie Kugimiya and Satoshi Hino in similar leading roles, Shakugan no Shana and Zero no Tsukaima tell the story of male high school students drawn into the unfamiliar and encountering flat-chested, ill-tempered girls. While both shows are produced by the same studio and based on a series of light novels, Zero is meant to be more fun and light-hearted compared to Shana.
Main character personalities are very much the same and the whole show has the same feel
louise = kugimiya rie = shana
tsundere protagonist that's good at beating the crap out of their love interest and defeating some enemies (louise blows them up while shana slices them down). they also have huge tendencies to become jealous and is very much possessive of their love interests.
saito = saoshi hino = yuuji
forced to adapt to change after being thrust to live in a different aspect of life (saito was hurled in a new world and yuuji found out he was dead). they do their best to protect their love interest. generally idiotic/dense and are easily attracted by other women which results in them being punished by their love interests (saito receives the whip while yuuji receive urusai)
Some of the voice actor are the same... Shana and louise got the same Personality. Romance and other stuff....
Louise -> Kugimiya Rie <- Shana
They are both Tsundere protagonist that are good at beating the crap out of their love interest and defeating some enemies, Louise blows them up while Shana cuts them down with a fiery sword. They also become jealous easily and are very much possessive of their love interests.
Saito -> Saoshi Hino <- Yuuji
Both are forced to adapt after being thrust to live in a different aspect of life, Saito was hurled in a new world, and Yuuji found out he was no longer alive and that he is just a replacement. They do their best to protect their love interest. Both are generally idiotic or dense and are easily attracted by other women which results in them being punished by their love interests. Saito receives more physical abuse, countless beatings with a whip from Louise. While Yuuji on the other hand receives a more verbal one, Shana's tendency to lash out urusai upon urusai.
I also recommend Zero no Tsukaima.
They're EXACTLY the same..
nd they both also have awsomeness.
Same seiyuus, same studio, same style.
it's really similar....
for example
-the love triangle between 1 boy and two girls
-magic related anime
-the boy meets the magical girl then bacomes related to the girl
The first similarity is probably the character's personalities, the very flashy and colorful art and a great mix of romance comedy, action and supernatural.
Same voice actor and Louise and Shana got alot in common.
Shakugan no Shana is more action based.
Both male & female character from Zero no Tsukaima and Shakugan no Shana have the same seiyuu..
Shana = Kugimiya Rie = Louise
Yuuji = Satoshi Hino = Saito
Both Shana and Louise are tsundere characters too... Shana likes Yuuji, and Louise likes Saito ...
If you want the romance + battle anime , watch both of them , you'll like it... Even though Shakugan no Shana has more battle, and Zero no Tsukaima has more romance...
Not only are there a lot of the similar cast, but also Louise and Shana both act alike. They both always go "shut up! shut up! shut up!". They also are very violent towards the guy they like (Saito and Yuugi) and they seem to be semi-oblivious about it (like you think they notice, and then they dont). It also both involves magic and fighting.
Well, for a start the protagonists for both have the same Seiyuus along with the same tsundere, loli main female role - the same jealousy. BUT, Zero has (in my opinion) a better romantic character development, though this may just be due to Shakugan no Shana being unfinished. It has more humour and action, if you 'like' Shakugan no Shana you will 'love' Zero no Tsukaima.
Characters and feel of the show are shared between these two shows.
Shana and Louise basically have the same personality. If you enjoyed Shana's cuteness, firey attitude, shyness, and her unawareness of the emotion called "love" you will love Zero no Tsukaima.
The plot in these two stories are very different, but the character relations are very similar. How are they similar? Well lets just say the female character dominates the male character....=/
I've never seen such a close comparison:
Shakugan no Shana
Talking amulet
Love between powerful girl and someone no longer human which whishes to become stronger.
Zero no Tsukaima
Talking sword
Love between powerful girl and someone no longer huma which wishes to become stronger.
Of course, Louise (main girl of ZnT) and Shana have the same seiyuu.
I think this is just the tip of the iceburg.
Very similar in many ways. Main female characters have the same personality and fall for the main male character.
the mood and characters are pretty much similar. Girl falls for boy boy falls for girl. The girl however is pretty stubborn, but it all works out. If you liked this, youll definately like Zerno tsukaima, vise versa
Both are very similar.
Have the same synchro and the same character - qualities.
In these animes aim is to fight the evil ... whether with magic or a sword.
But the love is not too short and in both animes.
The anime also has what funny, the comedy is there, too.
These are very very similar.
shana and louise have the same voice actor and yuji and saito have the same voice actor too.
not only that, shana and louise has EXACTLY same personality and they fell in love with the main MALE character (aka yuji/saito) .
So if you like Shakugan no Shana, you would like Zero no Tsukaima. :D
There are little issues what resemble each others. In Zero no Tsukaima is talking sword, in Shakugan no Shana is talking amulet (+ book). In Zero no Tsukaima the maincharacter girl is powerful and fanatic, so in Shakugan no Shana. In Shakugan no Shana the maincharacter boy has got thought little... accident and is following the girl. Also, he want to become stronger. And so is in Zero no Tsukaima too.
And also, Shana and Louise has the same seiyuu, but also Saito and Yuuji has the same one so if you just listen to them, it's hard to tell which anime you're watching now.
Characters are very similar. The voice actors are also the same.
Similar character relations and similar characters voiced by the same seiyuus. Powerful girl + guy who wants to become stronger. Both shows have quite the same feelings and I loved both of them.
-In both storys the mainchara is thrown out of his normal world
-2 girls fight over his love
-The guy gains great strength
Not only do they both star a prepubescent girl who’s supposedly very powerful, but her power hasn’t been fully awaken yet, they also feature a clueless guy who basically follows her orders. And of course they both somehow fall in love with each other, but have a hard time expressing so.
Actually, they're very similar. Main characters are really alike. The way they defeat enemies, all about proud, love and attitude. They're both awesome series.
Both female main characters are the strong ones. The guy main character starts off weak. However, unlike Zero no Tsukaima, it's not really a harem... since only two girls like the guy.
Same Seiyuus for the main characters...
Saito and Louise have pretty much in common with Yuji and Shana.
This two shows are essentially the same in every aspect aside from the setting. You have your male lead who is powerless and the female lead that looks down on him because of his lack of power at first. The male then becomes stronger in order to protect the female all the while getting abused and whipped by the female... and eventually they fall in love. Even the voice actors of both the male and female leads are the same people in both shows. If you have watched Shana, and you start to watch Zero, you will be expecting an "Urusai Urusai Urusai" at just about every point int the show. it's a little disappointing that it never comes :)
If you liked Shana, you will like Zero no Tsukamia and vice versa. There is no ands, ifs, or buts.
Same main voice actors :P
Shana and Louise are tsundere type
It a fantasy story in both.
Two worlds meet and clash together !
Comedy, Romance and Action are mostly similar !
Both series were enjoyable =]
The two main characters share the same voice actors. Shana is also a tsundere like Louise; looking at one reminds me of the other.
Both of them shares the same seiyuus, contains a Tsundere as the lead character, similiar character developments, same enjoyment, etc.
Zero no Tsukaima has more ecchi,comedy,and medieval settings. while Shakugan no Shana has more battles and modern settings.
If you like Shakugan no Shana, Zero no Tsukaima is highly recommended unless you're an anti-ecchi.
and if you liked Zero no Tsukaima, Shakugan no Shana should be fine for you.
both guys get a new way of life after meeting the girl,they are both special and both girls have the same character and almost the same looks so you'll get almost the same feeling from both animes....
They seem to have the same air to them, plus Shana and Louise have similar personalities, But as you find out their abilities are quite different.
If you like little annoying girl with magical abilities who is very loud and loves a normal boy (main character) and humiliates him because of that, it's the best thing you can get if we speak about anime. In addition, both of them (Louise Zero & Shana) are shown as very strong warriors or with secret power but in the course of time we can see their helplessness (but in the end they save the world anyway)
the main charecturs are all alike ther ...even thesame voice actors
Shakugan no Shana has a lot of similarities to Zero no Tsukaima: From seiyuu's (Rie Kugimiya, Satoshi Hino, Ayako Kawasumi), flat-chested loli's with great power (Louise, Shana), almost useless guys but with hidden power (Saito, Yuji), love rivals that are completely opposite to the main character (Siesta, Kazumi), magical elements and, of course, romance. Both anime's has also its own atmosphere that would make you love them for its differences.
Both are ecchi anime with some fighting and have about 90% of the same cast.
both female protagonist gets to have a weaker guy by their sides...though these guys are actually the source of their strength...shana and louise also have the same level of "strictness" and behavior when jealous...zero no tsukaima focuses more on magic and sorcery while shakugan no shana involves god-likes and soul eaters...or something like that
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Both are have heavy shounen plot lines mixed with a variety of mythological allegories and a dash of romance. I personally find Shana to be the superior, especially in the romance an umour department, nut F/SN has better fights and mythological connections. Both are great shounens that are not to long, like some of the very popular ones, and are excellent choices if you want a lighter anime with fights and love.
Key factors in the Genre, similar plotlines.
Action-packed anime with magic-girl as leading cast heavily supported by a guy who only looks out for her safety.
if you've seen fate sty night, then you should also see
shakugan no shana
the 2 anime are base on destroy something to acquire something.us It's all about normal people who have to fight even if they dont want to.
Sword Wielding Otherworldly female main characters that are overly obsessed for their duty who eventually fall for a poor unsuspecting man who accidentally met them and feel a duty to protect the female cast. To make it even better, in both anime the main female characters have no clue how love should feel and are confused =P.
Similar kind of action and romance rooted in a developed backstory.
A similar feel, tone, and setting.
Both series start off featuring a male lead whose life is (mostly) normal, until that one moment where he ends up in the wrong place at the wrong time, which results in the addition of a female sword-wielding partner and a battle of life or death. Also in both is a latent ability hidden within each of the male leads not fully exploited until the arrival of said partner, an ability that, when finally tapped, proves useful for overcoming the obstacles each side must face.
Powerful girl + weak guy who strives to become stronger. Romance + action + fantasy
Magic, fighting, colourful art. They both have em and are great watches. Although Fate Stay Night gives off a more colder feel than Shakugan no Shana.
In both, the boy's world is suddenly turned upside down upon meeting a supernatural being that almost had him killed but got saved by a girl, with magical powers, wielding a sword and great fighting skills. This marked the begining of a bizzare relationship.. Also you will find that the boy is also special that caused them to live in a world far from the ordinary
Both are cute girls who battling with sword
Both have a main character who by coincidence (?) found out about secrets of our world by meeting a dutiful female main character with a sword who slowly opens up towards the main character.
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Opening Theme#01: "Hishoku no Sora" by Mami Kawada (eps 1-16)
#02: "being" by Kotoko (eps 17-24)
Ending Theme#1: "Yowake Umare Kuru Shoujo" by Yoko Takahashi (eps 1-14)
#2: "Aka no Seijaku" by Yoko Ishida (eps 15-23)
#3: "Hishoku no Sora" by Mami Kawada (ep 24)
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