Samurai Gun
Synopsis
It is the beginning of the industrial revolution, and feudal Japan is in turmoil. The ruling Shogun are wielding their abusive powers to instill fear and dominance over their oppressed subjects. Beatings, imprisonment, rape and even murder are the adopted tactics chosen to maintain their reign. The bloodshed must end. A group of Samurai have banded together, and, with the development of new weapons and new technology, they have both the will and the hardware to stand up and fight. Ichimatsu is one of these fighters. By day, he works incognito at a local tavern, in the evenings he frequents the brothels, and by the dark of night, he doles out some big-time, gun-barrel justice. He is here to help. He is Samurai Gun. (Source: ANN)
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed. Some appreciate the unique concept and action, while others criticize the weak storyline, inconsistent animation, and historical inaccuracies. The anime seems to appeal to those seeking a quick, less demanding watch, but disappoints viewers who prioritize plot and quality. Overall, the series doesn't leave a strong positive or negative impression.
Strengths
- Unique spin on the samurai genre with the use of guns.
- Some find the characters and their costumes unique and enjoyable.
- The story shows a transition of weapons.
Weaknesses
- Story is uninteresting and episodes become repetitive.
- Animation quality is inconsistent, with looping and bad animation.
- Characters are not well-developed and unexplored.
- Historical inaccuracies are present.