Review of Katanagatari

This series was evocative of a lot of personal favorites (Samurai X and Outlaw Star, in particular), though it carved itself a distinct place that, strangely, made me think of Trigun, a show I think it has very little in common with. The motivations for the actions of its characters remain largely shrouded in mystery or just confusion throughout much of the series, though near its midpoint and definitely towards the end, we see how those motivations are rebuked in a big way, challenging what most series do with these kinds of characters. It was a little slow to get there, but the payoff forthis series is excellent and elevates it greatly.