Bungo Stray Dogs 4
文豪ストレイドッグス
“A master swordsman seeking bodyguard work meets an eccentric mystery-solving genius, a meeting that births the Armed Detective Agency.”
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A master swordsman seeking bodyguard work meets an eccentric mystery-solving genius, a meeting that births the Armed Detective Agency.
Yukichi Fukuzawa, a master swordsman seeking a new path beyond his military past, attempts to establish himself as an independent bodyguard-for-hire. His solitary venture takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Ranpo Edogawa, a brilliant but eccentric young man with an extraordinary gift for solving mysteries. Their fateful meeting occurs during a peculiar murder investigation, which ultimately leads to the birth of the Armed Detective Agency—a unique organization that brings together individuals with exceptional talents to tackle cases beyond the reach of conventional law enforcement. As the agency takes on increasingly complex cases, Ranpo's unmatched deductive skills are put to the test when they confront adversaries wielding dangerous supernatural abilities. The team must navigate a shadowy world where gifted individuals use their powers for both justice and crime, all while establishing their reputation in a society that views them with suspicion and fear. This marks the beginning of the Armed Detective Agency's journey as they forge their identity, build their team, and take their first steps into a world where intellect and supernatural abilities collide in unexpected ways.
No longer concerned with military affairs, Yukichi Fukuzawa intends to act as a lone bodyguard-for-hire, making use of his deadly swordsmanship. However, things are not going as planned for his freelance business, and that is when he crosses paths with a mouthy boy named Ranpo Edogawa. While their initial interactions are intertwined with a bizarre murder mystery, the aftermath prompts the formation of the Armed Detective Agency. Presently, Ranpo finds himself chasing down a gifted individual with the dangerous ability to execute the perfect crime. But as the great detective unravels the case, he soon discovers an elaborate plot to obliterate the Agency in its entirety. Although forewarned of the trap, the Agency continue their pursuit of the criminals, only to end up framed for the crime themselves. Now branded as wanted terrorists, the remaining members must find a way to prove their innocence—even if they must turn to sworn enemies for assistance.
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7.8/10
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6.4 ptsRecommenders 8.4 · others 2.0
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- 9/10 “This season kept me hooked from start to finish with its compelling exploration of the Armed Detective Agency's origins and deep dives into characters like Akiko. There are no notable flaws to...”
- 8/10 “This season represents a massive leap forward for the series, delivering a more serious tone, a cohesive central plot, and essential backstories for the Armed Detective Agency. There are no notable...”
- 8/10 “This season excels by providing an in-depth exploration of Ranpo and Yosano’s backgrounds while successfully shifting toward a more mature, tense tone. While the first half leans heavily into the...”
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Reel · 01 Cat. №BS-21382
- Format
- 13 × 23′
- eps × min
- Total runtime
- 4h 59m
- all episodes
- Aired
- Jan 2023 – Mar 2023
- Winter 2023
- Source
- Tv
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- Rated
- R
- 17+ (violence & profanity)
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- BS-21382
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