Ninja Scroll: The Series
Synopsis
Fourteen years after defeating the immortal warrior Himuro Genma and thwarting the Shogun of the Dark's evil plans, Kibagami Jubei continues to roam all over Japan as a masterless swordsman. During his journey, he meets Shigure, a priestess who has never seen the world outside her village. But when a group of demons destroys the village and kills everyone, Jubei becomes a prime target after acquiring the Dragon Jewel—a stone with an unknown origin. Meanwhile, Shigure—along with the monk Dakuan and a young thief named Tsubute—travels to the village of Yagyu. And with two demon clans now hunting down Shigure, Dakuan must once again acquire the services of Jubei to protect the Priestess of Light. (Source: ANN)
Audience Consensus
The anime series is largely considered a disappointing adaptation of the Ninja Scroll movie. Viewers criticize the simplistic story, uninspired characters, and inferior animation quality compared to the film. While some appreciate the action sequences and nostalgic feel, the consensus leans towards the series being a mediocre and forgettable entry in the ninja anime genre. Many suggest watching the movie instead.
Strengths
- Some found the action entertaining.
- The music/soundtrack was generally well-received.
- Jubei's character remains consistent with the movie.
Weaknesses
- Story is basic, unoriginal, and sometimes nonsensical.
- Characters are one-dimensional and uninteresting.
- Animation quality is significantly lower than the movie.
- Episodic feeling and lack of overall plot depth.
- Ending is confusing and unsatisfying.
- Excessive and unneeded sexual violence.
- Villains are not interesting