Hellsing: The Dawn
Synopsis
During the height of World War II, Nazi Germany seeks to strengthen their soldiers with technology crafted under the influence of vampiric biology. Out of fear of this technology turning the tide of war in the Axis's favor, Sir Arthur Hellsing enlists his butler and soldier Walter C. Dornez and vampire Alucard to put a stop to the German plot, sending the two men into a conflict that will scar them both forever. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Hellsing: The Dawn is visually appealing but ultimately disappointing. Fans appreciate seeing Walter in action, but criticize the short episodes, abrupt ending, and excessive filler content, particularly the Drifters trailer. It serves to fill in some backstory but doesn't live up to the quality of Hellsing Ultimate.
Strengths
- Gorgeous animation, especially in action scenes
- Excellent character models and realistic blood
- Covers plot holes in Hellsing's story
- Walter in action is a sight to behold
Weaknesses
- Alucard has limited screen time
- Story is short and rapidly paced
- Ending is abrupt and unsatisfying
- Unnecessary humor sequences
- Episode 3 is mostly a trailer for another anime (Drifters)