Onimaru: Senjou ni Kakeru Itsutsu no Seishun
鬼丸 戦場に駆ける五つの青春
Synopsis
Five mercenary warriors in medieval Japan gain a princess who falls for their leader.
During the Onin wars in Japan's medieval Muromachi era, five powerful warriors hire out their services to the highest bidder. Onimaru is the leader; Bo handles demolitions; Saru is as agile as a monkey; Osamu is a cool tactician; and Kiri is the sexy swordswoman. The group gains an extra member when Onimaru rescues Princess Aya who naturally falls in love with him and refuses to go away. (Source: The Anime Encyclopedia)
Would You Love or Hate This?
AI-powered analysis tailored to your taste
Based on your preference for character-driven stories with layered emotional arcs, this title's exploration of identity and belonging would deeply resonate. The pacing mirrors series you've rated highly, and its thematic depth aligns with your appreciation for nuanced storytelling...
However, the slow initial episodes might test your patience given your history of dropping shows that don't hook you early. The art style shift in the middle arc could also be a concern...
Watch Order & Related
Explore the Onimaru: Senjou ni Kakeru Itsutsu no Seishun universe