May 4, 2024
Historical, fantasy, action, romance(?), and political intrigue. This one is for anime fans who are sick of the isekai sludge that's been dominating the industry for the past few years. And though it may be too early to grant Karasu wa Aruji wo Erabanai any kind of high praise, so far it seems to be a fair contender for the best anime of Spring 2024.
As with many historically themed anime, it is centered around a struggle of succession; a conspiratorial fight between two brothers for the throne. Our young MC finds himself taking the position of attendant to the royal heir, and is promptly
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thrown into a world where death and deceit are the tools for political conquest. What sets Karasu wa Aruji wo Erabanai apart is its fantasy setting, in which the citizens of this world are capable of transforming into giant three-legged crows. This fantasy element has yet to be explored in depth, but there seems to be an interesting connection between social status and the state of transformation - "human" or crow - one is allowed to take on.
If you are a fan of most other historical anime, chances are you will love this one too. The art is gorgeous, the music is great, the pacing has felt appropriate, and most characters have been quite likable so far. These first few episodes have led me to believe that this is an anime of substance.
Reviewer’s Rating: 8
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