Shadow Skill: Kurudaryuu Kousatsuhou no Himitsu
Synopsis
The story takes place in warrior kingdom where a deadly martial art called Shadow Skill is practiced to defend the continued existence of the kingdom. Dreaming of becoming an invincible warrior one day, like the legendary warrior named Scar Face who has defeated 2,000 opponents, the boy named Cau Ban trains hard with his older adopted sister Elle who has mastered Shadow Skill. A deadly combat breaks out when a rouge pack of intruders suddenly assaults the castle to steal a box that contains a secret... (Source: ANN)
Audience Consensus
The OVA is not highly regarded. The animation and music are significant detractors, overshadowing any thematic depth. It's primarily recommended for those with a specific interest in 'weird bad stuff' due to its unnerving liminal vibe.
Strengths
- Voice acting is good.
- Direction has some thought and effort in moments.
Weaknesses
- Plot is hard to follow.
- Animation is early 3D and difficult to watch.
- Music is repetitive and drives you insane.