“Ordinary student Yashiro is framed for murder, uncovering his hidden identity amid supernatural Kings and clan warfare.”
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Synopsis
Ordinary student Yashiro is framed for murder, uncovering his hidden identity amid supernatural Kings and clan warfare.
In a world where extraordinary individuals known as "Kings" wield supernatural powers and command loyal clans, an intricate balance of power exists between these factions. Each King bears the responsibility of protecting their clan members' lives and honor, creating a delicate web of alliances and rivalries. The story begins when an ordinary high school student, Yashiro Isana, finds himself suddenly accused of a violent crime he has no memory of committing. As evidence against him spreads across the city, he becomes the target of multiple factions seeking justice—or perhaps something more sinister. During his desperate attempt to clear his name, Yashiro crosses paths with Kurou Yatogami, a formidable swordsman bound by duty to his late master's final wishes. As the hunt intensifies, Yashiro discovers that nothing about his life is as it seems. Questions arise about his identity, his past, and even his closest relationships. The various Kings and their clans begin to take notice of the situation, each with their own hidden agendas. What starts as a simple case of mistaken identity gradually escalates into a complex conflict that threatens to shatter the fragile peace between the clans. Caught between powerful forces beyond his understanding, Yashiro must navigate a dangerous world of supernatural abilities, ancient grudges, and shifting allegiances while trying to uncover the truth about himself and the conspiracy that has turned his life upside down.
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Community consensus
Derived from 208 sampled reviews
What 208 viewers settled on.
Polarized
σ 1.83 · split reception
4.8 pts
Recommenders 8.5 · others 3.6
↓ 0.48
Running avg · Oct 2012 → Jun 2025
- 10 “I liked this anime a lot. I thought that it was exciting. I know that many people say that they thought that it was not that good, but I loved it. I cannot wait to watch the next season to see more...”
- 10 “I really enjoyed this series. Isana,Kuro, Fushimi, and Munakata were my favorites out of this series. I happen to think that there could have been more episodes to show what happened after the 13th...”
- 9 “I loved the plot and the story but don't watch this story if you don't like sad endings. The following is a spoiler The red king dies, the colorless king dies, and you don't know is the silver king...”
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A Tv Production · Fall 2012
GoHands.Starchild Records · Mainichi Broadcasting System
- Format 13 × 24′ eps × min
- Total runtime 5h 12m all episodes
- Aired Oct 2012 – Dec 2012 Fall 2012
- Source Tv media type
- Rated PG 13 - Teens 13 or older
- Ref. BS-7112 catalog
Produced by
- Starchild Records Producer
- Mainichi Broadcasting System Producer
- KlockWorx Producer
Licensed by
- VIZ Media Licensor