Haruka Sakura has no interest in weaklings, only the strongest fighters. Starting at Furin High, a school known for student brawlers who protect their town, Haruka seeks to battle his way to... Read allHaruka Sakura has no interest in weaklings, only the strongest fighters. Starting at Furin High, a school known for student brawlers who protect their town, Haruka seeks to battle his way to the top.Haruka Sakura has no interest in weaklings, only the strongest fighters. Starting at Furin High, a school known for student brawlers who protect their town, Haruka seeks to battle his way to the top.
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The setting is truly ridiculous. Each school district is a gang turf. You've got students that attend these schools, but there are no teachers to be found or classes being held. It's basically one giant hangout for gangsters. You got these massive street brawls involving dozens of people, but cops are non-existent. In fact, the townspeople rely on the gangs themselves for protection. Gratefully so. The members of these gangs are also incredible fighters. I'm talking pro level MMA, veteran kickboxing, highly-trained combatants. Throw in over-the-top drama along with some superficially deep philosophy on having "conversations with your fists", or what it takes to get to the top and you've got a pretty good idea on what this show is all about.
And yet despite all that, it's entertaining. If you can accept the absurdity for what it is and don't think too hard about it there's a decent show here. The animation alone is worth your time. It's utterly superb. A lot of animators take shortcuts when it comes to action scenes because it's easier to draw. As long as the audience gets the basic gist, that's good enough. Well, not in this series. They really went the extra mile for these fights. More than that, each major character has a unique fighting style, and they go through the trouble of showing that in great detail. Besides being visually stunning, it gives these people an extra layer of substance that elevates what would otherwise be something closer to generic or two-dimensional. I mean, they're still pretty generic, but since combat is a major feature of the show fighting style becomes a part of their personality. It definitely helps.
There's nothing novel about this series. They use familiar tropes you'll recognize immediately. The story is also nothing to write home about. However, they put these elements together so well that you won't really mind. This is a fun, easily digestible show. It doesn't need to be any more than that.
And yet despite all that, it's entertaining. If you can accept the absurdity for what it is and don't think too hard about it there's a decent show here. The animation alone is worth your time. It's utterly superb. A lot of animators take shortcuts when it comes to action scenes because it's easier to draw. As long as the audience gets the basic gist, that's good enough. Well, not in this series. They really went the extra mile for these fights. More than that, each major character has a unique fighting style, and they go through the trouble of showing that in great detail. Besides being visually stunning, it gives these people an extra layer of substance that elevates what would otherwise be something closer to generic or two-dimensional. I mean, they're still pretty generic, but since combat is a major feature of the show fighting style becomes a part of their personality. It definitely helps.
There's nothing novel about this series. They use familiar tropes you'll recognize immediately. The story is also nothing to write home about. However, they put these elements together so well that you won't really mind. This is a fun, easily digestible show. It doesn't need to be any more than that.
Say what you will about the characters or story. Though there been a couple parts that have got me in my feels.
The thing I want to rave about though is the fights. They are so well done that the only words I can thing to describe them is "beautifully Choreographed" I know they are drawn, but that's how good they are.
It's martial arts fighting styles, a Kung fu anime! I love it and have to give props to the animators. Animating the body moving like that and making it look so amazing takes so much talent! Can't wait to see more.
If you liked the fights in samurai Champloo I think you'll love this. And the "I didn't know the human body was so warm" I almost cried. Someone hug that kid for God sakes!
The thing I want to rave about though is the fights. They are so well done that the only words I can thing to describe them is "beautifully Choreographed" I know they are drawn, but that's how good they are.
It's martial arts fighting styles, a Kung fu anime! I love it and have to give props to the animators. Animating the body moving like that and making it look so amazing takes so much talent! Can't wait to see more.
If you liked the fights in samurai Champloo I think you'll love this. And the "I didn't know the human body was so warm" I almost cried. Someone hug that kid for God sakes!
I was looking for a new anime to enjoy. This is a really good show to watch. A decent plot and some awesome fight scenes. I'm halfway through the season and it's been good to watch and enjoy. The characters are interesting and it's not the typical story with the normal story line. It is a fascinating fighting anime. If you enjoy a good action sequence and character development you'll enjoy this one. Did I mention this anime isn't about mystical creatures, alien invasions, just some students wanting a better community for better living and a better school and will to fight to get it all at all cost.
Good for a start. It has good graphics. And the story is not bad in its genre. The characterization of the main character is convincing. But I hope the characterization of the other characters is also convincing. The pace of the story seems slow. The story is not very deep but it can be entertaining. The variety of characters is not bad, but the logic of the story is not convincing in my opinion. The story is a bit like Tokyo Revengers. The reason for the characters to fight is not enough at all. And even the main character's reason for fighting is cliche. The main character's goals are not interesting but tolerable. Overall, this anime can be watched for fun.
The other reviewer who gave a 2/10, fun fact he also gave the Vinland Saga season 2 a negative review. So, please ignore his words.
This anime is going to be great. Especially, if you liked the Tokyo Revengers early on. This anime is the same theme but better direction and MC. Having read the manga, I know the character development that is coming, and trust me you want to be around for that.
And my absolute FAVORITE thing about this anime is that all the characters are good. The side characters or supporting characters won't be annoying for no reason. It's going to be a fun ride so stick around. Even the antagonists are well written and makes you feel for them as well, which mediocre animes cannot accomplish.
This anime is going to be great. Especially, if you liked the Tokyo Revengers early on. This anime is the same theme but better direction and MC. Having read the manga, I know the character development that is coming, and trust me you want to be around for that.
And my absolute FAVORITE thing about this anime is that all the characters are good. The side characters or supporting characters won't be annoying for no reason. It's going to be a fun ride so stick around. Even the antagonists are well written and makes you feel for them as well, which mediocre animes cannot accomplish.
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- TriviaBased on an yankee manga written and illustrated by Satoru Nii. It began serialization on Kodansha's Magazine Pocket manga website in January 2021.
- ConnectionsReferenced in The Nite-Cap: Hangin' - Chillin' - BS'in (2025)
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