If you guys watched Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru simply because "Hey, there is a time travel element on it! Might be interesting to watch!", then don't.
Remember, they already repeated this line in each episode and even in their web:
"This anime is about a certain Citadel and certain Sword Warriors in the cheerful daily lives."
So, non-Touken Ranbu fans will probably have a hard time liking it.
Story: 8
Well, personally up until now I find the story not too bad. Being a daily lives anime, it doesn't have any specific goals or anything. But I think the story is focusing on how Yamatonokami and Kashuu develop as a person and as a sword, with the help of the others around them and with the happenings around them.
Art: 9
I'm glad that Doga Kobo does not destroy the original character design. That's all. The 3D CGs in the endings are especially beautiful.
Sound: 6
Sorry, but I found the music unmemorable, except for the Citadel BGM (since it always plays in the game)
Character: 9
Each sword have their own personality and emotions, and I'm glad that it does not differ much from the game itself. However, since there are too much characters (originally it is around 50 or more), it might be hard to go in-depth with them, if we only have 12 episodes. Thus, I personally think Doga Kobo will focus on Kashuu's and Yamatonokami's character development since they are the protagonists.
Enjoyment: 9
I find this anime enjoyable, really do. I look forward to every episode in order to find out who will come next.
Overall: 8
I rate this anime 8 overall. So will I recommend it: Yes, if you are a Touken Ranbu fan! For those who don't know Touken Ranbu, it might be best to know about it firsthand before watching. You don't have to play the game, but at least know their personality and gags so you won't be so confused in the anime.
That's all and thanks!
