Blood-C
Synopsis
Peaceful schoolgirl by day, fearsome monster slayer by night, Saya Kisaragi is leading a split life. Equipped with a ceremonial sword given to her by her father for sacred tasks, she vanquishes every monster who dares threaten her quiet little village. But all too soon, Saya's reality and everything she believes to be true is tested, when she overhears the monsters speak of a broken covenant—something she knows nothing about. And then, unexpectedly, a strange dog appears; it asks her to whom she promised to protect the village, curious as to what would happen if she were to break that promise. Tormented by unexplainable visions and her world unraveling around her, we travel with Saya through her struggle to find a way to the truth in a village where nothing is as it seems. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is highly polarized, with many criticizing the slow plot, weak characters, and excessive gore, while some appreciate the unique atmosphere, fight choreography, and art style. The series is considered a disappointment by many fans of the Blood franchise due to its poor story execution and lack of connection to previous installments. However, some viewers found enjoyment in the mystery and shocking twists that occur towards the end, redeeming the series to some extent.
Strengths
- Well-animated and choreographed fight scenes, especially in the first episode.
- Creative and gruesome action scenes.
- Intriguing mystery and suspenseful atmosphere, particularly in the latter half.
- Visually appealing character designs by CLAMP and high production value from Production I.G.
Weaknesses
- Weak and slow-paced story with little plot progression in the initial episodes.
- Repetitive monster-of-the-week format with boring dialogue.
- Poorly developed and uninteresting characters with little to no personality.
- Excessive and comical gore that goes over the top.
- Lazy plot twists and farfetched explanations.
- Inconsistent animation quality with noticeable drops in later episodes.
- Heavy censorship of gore in some versions, diminishing the viewing experience.
- Lack of connection to previous Blood series, disappointing long-time fans.