(Note: The review follows the anime until ep 62 only)
Story: 10
This is the best part in RuroKen. The plot is really fleshed out without dragging or boring the viewers. The anime has three phases (or seasons, whatever): the introduction phase, where main characters Kenshin and Kaoru are acquainted (this is a love story after all) as well as other characters that will be important to the overall structure. Then comes the main plot phase: with the main villain Shishio. Lastly is the filler phase. I didn't really watched this because the ending of the main plot feels like the true ending of the anime, but this phase just means more Kenshin and more action (though the villains are quite ridiculous).
Art: 9
Well, this anime was released almost two decades ago so the art is really outdated when compared to the animation now. In their own time however, this is one of the most beautifully crafted animes.
Sound: 9
I don't really know how to criticize the sound in an anime. But if I may try, the background music is thrilling through the action and suspense, and soothing through the emotional and lovey dovey scenes. OP and ED themes are also great.
Character: 10
As with the story, this one receives a 10 for me because of the way every character was handled. The way the characters are used and how you can see their way of thinking (because of flashbacks and other into stuff) is handled thoroughly it would seem that everyone of them is important to the overall plot. There are no pushover characters.
Enjoyment: 10
Rurouni Kenshin is part comedy part action part love story. Surely it brings enjoyment in watching it.
Overall: 10
Honestly, this anime is a classic. The reason I gave this a 10 aside from it being my most favorite anime ever is that it really is one of the best ever up until now. The 2-part New Kyoto Arc massacred the plot and characters in my opinion. So if you have no anime to watch, consider trying this one.
