Sengoku Basara


Sengoku Basara: Samurai Kings

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Japanese: 戦国BASARA
English: Sengoku Basara: Samurai Kings
German: Sengoku Basara Samurai Kings
French: Sengoku Basara: Samurai Kings
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Type: TV
Episodes: 12
Status: Finished Airing
Aired: Apr 2, 2009 to Jun 18, 2009
Premiered: Spring 2009
Broadcast: Thursdays at 01:29 (JST)
Licensors: Funimation
Studios: Production I.G
Source: Game
Genres: ActionAction, FantasyFantasy
Themes: HistoricalHistorical, Martial ArtsMartial Arts, SamuraiSamurai
Duration: 23 min. per ep.
Rating: PG-13 - Teens 13 or older

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Score: 7.321 (scored by 6625166,251 users)
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Ranked: #27042
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Popularity: #1499
Members: 164,943
Favorites: 957

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Hotblooded crazy samurai and ninja being all hotblooded and crazy in humorous over the top fashion. You expected something serious and vaguely realistically historical? Not here, baby. (Sengoku Basara does hold the distinction of actually being enjoyable however) 
report Recommended by StreetFighter
Both have the same characters, albeit BASARA is male-centric while Otome (as the name states) is female-centric. The story lines are more or less the same though Otome includes comedy that is lacking in BASARA, and is more casual and light with some added hints of yuri. 
report Recommended by sarroush
Though in terms of plot/settings Basara and TTGL are nowhere similar, they both feature over-the-top action that suspends belief and kicks logic to the curb, not to mention they have characters that are full of manly high spirited charisma.  
report Recommended by Kantarou
There is war. There are kingdoms. There are leaders. There are GARness and EXTREME fights. Cao Cao looks like Nobunaga. So, yes. both series are about wars. Both set in different countries and time. 
report Recommended by Kyo_Kagami
Both focus on the Sengoku (Warring States) Era and feature a number of historical figures with major changes made to them. Sengoku Basara features ridiculous weapons and personality traits among the various famous generals and other figures, and has a general theme of "turn off your brain and enjoy the over-the-top badassery, instead of questioning things." Oda Nobuna no Yabou features a number of genderswitched historical figures, such as the title character, Oda Nobuna, and also employs the use of a boy from the future accidentally landing in the past and accidentally killing another historical figure so he ends up trying to keep history from  read more 
report Recommended by Numi
Over the top, hot blooded manliness at it's best. If you watch shows for men who test their souls in battle, then this is for you. 
report Recommended by Shiroth
Both have tons of over-exaggerated super-powered hot-headed battles between red and blue in a civil war about young warriors trying to take over the world, plus, the main villains are considered to be God-like and they're both related to Honnoji Also, the music of both shows are made by the same person 
report Recommended by justice0
Similar but Different ♥ A perfect combination to describe them differing from any other samurai story. - Both series evolve around an awesome and epic samurai period. - Of course, battles with swords wont miss in either of them. - Main characters have the same badass side in both series, obviously. - Now, it may be not be important for someone but i think is another good point to mention: the main characters (Mugen and Masamune) have been both played by the same voice actor (Nakai Kazuya) which makes high up the level of their charism even more. Okay, all the above stuff maybe can be found in little doses  read more 
report Recommended by EtnaEraclea
Both are adaptation of a popular hack'n'slash games about Sengoku Period. Both have Sanada Yukimura as a one of the main characters. Although Sengoku Musou is a bit more close to the history. 
report Recommended by AntonKutovoi
These two series aren't very similar at all except that both have quite a lot of fighting scenes. Sengoku Basara has a samurai theme with historical names while Senran Kagura has a high school ninja theme with a bunch of ecchi added in. The reason why Senran Kagura reminded me of Sengoku Basara is because Homura is like a female Date Masamune, wielding 6 swords the same way and her personality is a bit similar too. xD 
report Recommended by KaamosWolf
Both have: - a colorful historical Japan setting with samurai - rule of cool elements in action sequences - epic music by Hiroyuki Sawano - a funny guy who sometimes speaks English (if watching subbed) - a lot of style and expressive characters These are both a fun watch if you don't care very much about everything making sense, especially if it's easy for you to get engaged in a well-animated show filled with emotion. 
report Recommended by Phoebe3315
Gangs, Leaders, Clans! Both anime have 3+ clan tribe leaders with rivalry and has one wicked gang tribe leader that everyone wants to kill or be friends with. Blue Vs. Red conspiracy also happens in both of the anime.  
report Recommended by 10makunn
What do these two series have in common you ask? Well, great animation, great writing, great characters, great action... And a whole truck load of homosexual subtext that might as well be text. Both series are living in transparent closets and it's amazing to watch. You can call it bromance if you want but...eh, you're not fooling anyone. Both of these series are awesome, with incredible traits that make them quality anime regardless of whether you like practically-BL, so you can pretend the male main characters aren't in love if it makes you feel better, just watch them. If you like one you'll like the other,  read more 
report Recommended by noirgrimoir
War, clans/kingdoms fighting for power in Japan (Sengoku Period) and China (Warring States), extreme fights and a struggle to unify the land under one ruler. 
report Recommended by LiuXian
The story in Sengoku Basara and DOGS is very different from each other but both feature cool action scenes and pull you in! Also Badou in DOGS instantly reminded me of Date Masamune in Sengoku Basara somehow - I guess the main reason is the eyepatch. But both also have this kind of awesome charismatic, confident personality when fighting and talk in a very funny/entertaining way, mixing in some English here and there. 
report Recommended by KaamosWolf
A lot of fighting and main characters from the edo period. I do feel that Drifters focuses more on tactics in battle.  
report Recommended by jbruisten
Both feature manly men fighting with superhuman strength in over the top battles in legendary lands where panty sniveling weaklings do not form a major part of the male population (at least none are featured) I think both titles can be recommended to manime fans. 
report Recommended by Estefan
I can't really say I understood the story of these titles. But I enjoyed them both for similar reasons. The kind hearted and somewhat dumb protagonists are maybe somewhat cliché. But the crazy megalomaniac antagonists were pretty fun. And I loved the action scenes. Where a man can dry the sea by a beat of his fist (Sengoku Basara) or a woman can pull a part of the moon toward the earth surface with a chain (Symphogear)... I'm loving it I recommend these titles for some nonsensical over the top action. 
report Recommended by Estefan
Sengoku Basara seems to at times either inflate characters to such unrealistic proportions that the result might not be as expected (which might be due to relying on an arc for episodes, where other anime like Inuyasha tend to go on at length and so it isn't a burst as such). 
report Recommended by Quirky_analysis
If you *really* like taking Sengoku Era history to the extreme, you might enjoy Sengoku BASARA. Filled with historical references but flamboyantly contemporary, Sengoku BASARA is an outrageous anime that will have fans laughing and crying in the same episode. 
report Recommended by nexu101
These are both over the top historical fictions based around samurai. Sengoku Musou is not nearly as wild, but it is based on the same time period even sharing several characters between the series. 
report Recommended by TheZarrox
Both are over-the-top shonen action series based to some degree on feudal Japanese society, but with heavy anachronisms. Both are heavy with homoerotic subtext. Both have somewhat similar art styles 
report Recommended by blueprincen
similar genres. the only difference is that Sengoku Basara involves super powers. while Shura no Toki keeps it simple. 
report Recommended by johan0122
Swords, boys, light beams, intense action choreography, Japanese history, and both are based on games... these two shows are surprisingly similar. Sengoku Basara has a brighter palette and a more positive feel, whereas Katsugeki is much darker. Outstanding action in both shows, Katsugeki being the more polished of the two with very good utilisation of CG. Neither are exactly shows to watch for plot or character depth, but if you're a fan of the games or are looking for some fast paced shiny action fuelled by shouting, give Basara or Katsugeki a try. 
report Recommended by Lemon
Both are in the same Edo era. Both have major lodes of bishouen. Both have samurai warriors. And the artwork is similar. 
report Recommended by TotallyDude
Both of these Animes take place in Sengoku Era, both has the same characters. 
report Recommended by Eldyn
Both Scryed and Sengoku Basara share the constant fight to get stronger, while boasting good quaility and story. Within both the main characters fight each other to keep getting stronger. Moral Lines become blurred in both stories; friends become enemies and enemies become friends. Both featuring hot blood. Sengoku Basara boasts "HORSE MOTORCYCLES OF GLORY AND ACTION PACKED PUNCHES OF NUCLEAR PROPORTION". 
report Recommended by Deicard
Samurai. Manly. Epic. Funny. Both are amazing series that dare to go beyond the impossible and provide an infinite amount of entertainment. 
report Recommended by myungsoo
Both are Tales of War with their own twists. 
report Recommended by samseison
In my opinion, that's what Ikkitousen should've been. Re-telling of famous war periods (the Three Kingdom era for Ikkitousen and the Sengoku era for Sengoku Basara). Different factions that beat the crap out of each other but with LOTS of action and more exciting fights in the case of Sengoku Basara. However, there's not as much fanservice as in Ikkitousen. And Sengoku Basara is pretty much GAR and over the top. 
report Recommended by BlackRicePoutine
So much Engrish, SO MUCH.. arguably the most entertaining aspect of both shows. 
report Recommended by FukouDa
In my opinion, that's what Ikkitousen should've been. Re-telling of famous war periods (the Three Kingdom era for Ikkitousen and the Sengoku era for Sengoku Basara). Different factions that beat the crap out of each other but with LOTS of action and more exciting fights in the case of Sengoku Basara. However, there's not as much fanservice as in Ikkitousen. And Sengoku Basara is pretty much GAR and over the top. 
report Recommended by BlackRicePoutine
Both have - Historical setting - Characters with super powers - Needless fighting - Lots of action - Warring clans 
report Recommended by Volturnus
Same style of "all-out" comedy and fights but both still rely on a serious story-line to carry the series. 
report Recommended by UrbanFlare
Koihime Musou is basically the same thing as Sengoku Basara. The few differences are that in Koihime Musou it is all girls and also in Koihime Musou the "special" moves aren't extremely over the top like they are in Basara but still over the top. 
report Recommended by skullking123
Both these anime forgo much logic choosing to take the path of fun ridiculous campyness over srs bsns realism. Not for those unable to allow themselves a good time, but sure to be enjoyed by the rest of us.  
report Recommended by StreetFighter
Both are packed with action but also light humour in between. They aren't too deep but oh so enjoyable! And they leave you with a positive feeling after you watch them. I also found that the two main characters resemble each other greatly.  
report Recommended by flyingpardin
Both are they set in a historical era, with lots of wars and fights for freedom. The main characters are leaders/great warriors, but in Sengoku Basara they're more centered on the personal fighting than in Utawarerumono. They give off the same feeling and they can both be a bit boring sometimes, but if you liked one of them you'll most likely like the other one. 
report Recommended by Emlott
Sengoku Basara is based off of the Sengoku era of Japan while Koutetsu Sangokushi is based off of the Three Kingdom era of China. The main focus of both shows is that the country is at civil war and is looking for a new leader to unify it. They both take a twist on the (historical) characters of the show and adds over the top fantasia to them. Although Koutetsu Sangokushi has more drama than Sengoku Basara, it still has plenty of action scenes to satisfy. 
report Recommended by LtBiggs
Both are about different groups with GAR, charismatic leaders trying to seize control of a given area. Lots of violence (more sex in Tokyo Tribe 2) and crazy, over the top fight scenes. No real difference other than one is set in modern Tokyo and the other in late 16th century Japan. (Sengoku Basara is a bit lighter and slightly less twisted.) 
report Recommended by lisnoire
both have loads and loads of characters, and with ludicrous amount of ridiculously awesome action. 
report Recommended by slax
These anime are so similar it starts off a little different but starting from the second half of the first season, Kingdom is so much like sengoky basara. you got armies fighting to conquer the land in a feudal age. Only a hand full of fighters in every army matters and everyone else is a worthless peon. The fights and characters are way over the top with the peons constantly being blown away by the fighters that matter. Id say it kingdom is a little better than sengoku basara, since theres a little more strategy in their wars. 
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