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I really, really loved Hatenkou Yuugi. I always enjoy a historical anime, so I planned to watch it immediately after I heard about it.

Each episode is comprised of the three main characters helping someone out on their journey. The stories are very different and keep you hooked. One thing I enjoyed especially about this show is that it isn't afraid to be dark; sometimes everything doesn't go perfectly and things turn out unexpectedly. My one complaint regarding the episode layout was that the characters are not clearly introduced in the first episode; the second man who joins them, Baroqueheat, simply seems to appear out ... of nowhere. After I re-watched that episode, I could recognize him helping out Rahzel, but it still doesn't explain how he joined them and is extremely confusing to a person who had never seen the show before, but after episode one, the story is flawless.

The art is not anything too out of the ordinary, but it is pretty good. One thing to note are Rahzel's outfits, which change each episode and are always interesting and unique.

The characters are where this anime truly shines. They are truly unique and endearing. Rahzel doesn't play the damsel-in-distress and is resourceful and absolutely hilarious. She views the world differently and is always optimistic even in dismal situations. Her relationships with the two men are wonderful, and they are loyal to each other throughout the series.

Hatenkou Yuugi is extremely unique. The stories are complex and entertaining and you will find yourself laughing at odd moments. The characters are interesting and it is impossible to find their equals. It's a great show to spend a bad day watching; it will cheer you up and leave you begging for more! My one and only complaint is that it is only ten episodes!