[DerMensch24]

Vampire Hunter D

Synopsis (Courtesy of MAL):
Spoiler (Click to View)10,000 years in the future, the world has become a very different place; monsters roam the land freely, and people, although equipped with high tech weapons and cybernetic horses, live a humble life more suited to centuries past. The story focuses on a small hamlet plagued by monster attacks and living under the shadow of rule by Count Magnus Lee, a powerful vampire lord who has ruled the land for thousands of years. When a young girl is bitten by the Count and chosen as his current plaything, she seeks out help of a quiet wandering stranger, D. It so happens that D is one of the world's best vampire hunters, and he takes it upon himself to cut through Magnus Lee's many minions, and put an end to the Count's rule.

Studio(s): Ajia-Do, Production Reed
Genre(s): Vampire, Action, Horror, Sci-Fi, Supernatural
Aired: Dec 21, 1985
Source: https://myanimelist.net/anime/732/Vampire_Hunters_D
Sub/Dub: Both exist, watched in dub (decent, but the cliche voice acting)

Sequel Discussion Thread: https://hackforums.net/showthread.php?tid=5398511

Movie Trailer:
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One of the notable 1980s works of Toyoo Ashida, Vampire Hunter D was one of the early examples of anime that exploded in the global market (before Akira or Ghost in the Shell debuted). In terms of the story, it is original for its specific concept, however it can be hard to follow at times and does the cliche damsel-in-distress plot. The progression tends to switch between quick, action packed fights and then to (somewhat) dragged out dialogue between characters. The film does (for anyone who remembers) reminisce with the classic game Castlevania.

The art for its time was decently done, very dark but well enough, nothing too notable but still watchable. The soundtrack wasn't noteworthy, however it sufficed for the film and didn't hinder the experience. Character wise none are very noteworthy as many fill archetypal roles, however the only exception being the MC, who is undeniably a badass. Overall this is an average anime, but nevertheless a good watch. I would encourage you all to give it a shot, especially those who are into the vampire genre or those who have a preference for classic anime.

[ankitkhosya]

You sir , sure love to dig up some old stuff.


I love blood coming out of people body in anime , so would i like it?

[DerMensch24]

You sir , sure love to dig up some old stuff.


I love blood coming out of people body in anime , so would i like it?

There was a little bit of it here and there ye. Its more frequent in the newer film however. I did find the newer film more appealing than this one, however I think that was due to watching this film before the newer one as to appreciate how much they "fixed it up" so to speak.