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As an enthusiast of the Sengoku Era, I adore finding new works that tell the stories of those people who shaped the land of Japan during their times of strife and war. The tale of Nobunaga has always been a popular one, written many different ways but always encompassing one key detail. His tact for conquest and prowess on the battlefield.

This show embodies this detail flawlessly. I have only managed to watch up to episode 4, as that is what has been dubbed as of this date (8/19). The anime has captured my attention to the fact that I have now heavily contemplated rewatching the ... previous 4 episodes subbed.

I normally watch anime subbed but I was curious to see how Funimation was taking the dub and I will say, they are doing marvelously. The voices fit the faces and they embody the emotion and quirks of all the characters. I will likely continue watching it dubbed but I do believe I will switch to subbed to keep up with the latest episodes (as my impatience for more episodes is getting to me.)

It easily captures you and continues to string you along it's beautifully written story, telling a less know part of Nobunaga's story. The art and animation is simply pleasing to the eye, while the music is fitting and give the proper impact for the parts it trying to illustrate. The characters are well thought out and carefully showcased in a way to move the story.

As an avid reader of the Sengoku era, I find immense enjoyment in this series, excitedly awaiting the next episodes the studio is working to put out for us. I highly recommend this to any people who have a love for the Warring States of Japan, but also those who have heard of the stories of the infamous, Oda Nobunaga.

Now, I had my doubts about this series and to be truthful, I had found it while looking at a 'yaoi list for 2017'. I had read the comments of said listing to find out it wasn't yaoi but I still decided to look into it. From the cover art, I felt it was visually appealing and upon reading what it was about, I felt it could be done well or be total trash.

So I took the gamble, and give this show a try. Now, I was going to attempt watching it subbed, as I do most anime, but I had not been up to ... speed to reading subs as of late to when I found there was a dub, I decided to give that a shot so that I may also give my thoughts on that as well, as many people wish to know how dubs turn out.

So, I think I will talk of that first. As far as dubs go, this was fairly well done. The voice fit nicely, and none were grating on the ears. If you saw the face, it was often the voice you'd think would be there. I will admit that at times, the voices did sound strained, it was mostly when the character should be shouting but were holding their voice back in a more controlled tone. When you think of the setting of the story, it does make sense. Royalty needing to control their emotions so as to not show their true self. So, aside this little bit, I still think it fit in some extent.
If dubs had a rating section, I'd give it a 9.

Now onto the show itself. The story was very engaging, it often had me on the edge of my seat and waiting for more. I wanted to learn more, about the princes, and the royal tutor himself. Even the King, who was a character all of his own and not simply a slid in side character, so to say.
Story has been giving a rating of 9.

The art was very appealing to the eye, having stunning effects and yet keeping a simple and yet elegant touch. I have to say I found myself admiring the hair, both in design and color. As an artist myself, it has inspired me to try and do a similar style.
Art has been given a rating of 10.

The music and effects of the show are very well done. I have to say that I did find myself either humming or singing along with the opening. It fits splendidly with the tone and feel of the show. And it didn't get tedious so that one could listen to it every episode it comes on. The ending was also very pleasing but I have to say that I did not pay as much attention to it, as it had a common feel to it that I often overlook.
Sound has been given an 8

The characters were all diverse and widely presented. No one had a standard personality, every one was unique and different. Even the guards who were simply side characters. I felt a connection with each that easily made the show more enjoyable. And there was clear development, you can easily see it happen with each new episode. And by the final one, you can see how they've all grown.
Character has been given a rating of 10.

I enjoyed it very much, from it's stunning story telling to it elegant flow of events and character development. It was a experience to learn about each character, important and not. And any new character that popped up, always gave an explanation or an idea of what their role could entail. It had me on edge and in depth from start to finish.
Enjoyment has been given a rating of 10.

Overall, I give it a 10 for a thorough presentation and well thought out story. So much so that I will have to look into the manga now that the final credits had rolled. I must learn more about the characters and their world, for it had caught my attention. I hope this review has helped in your choice to watch it.

~Crusnik