TV-Series
Description
"Blood Lad" is a supernatural action-comedy anime set in a world where various demon realms coexist with the human world. The protagonist, Staz Charlie Blood, is a powerful vampire who rules the Eastern District of the Demon World. Despite his fearsome reputation, Staz is more interested in human culture, particularly manga, video games, and junk food, than in maintaining his dominion. His life takes an unexpected turn when a human girl named Fuyumi Yanagi accidentally wanders into the Demon World and is killed by a monster. Staz, feeling responsible for her death, vows to bring her back to life.

Fuyumi becomes a ghost, and Staz, determined to restore her, embarks on a journey to find a way to resurrect her. Along the way, they are joined by a half-werewolf named Wolf and a spatial magician named Hydra Bell. The group travels through various demon realms, encountering allies and adversaries, including Staz’s older brother, Braz D. Blood, who seeks to exploit Fuyumi’s unique condition for his own gain. The narrative explores themes of redemption, loyalty, and the clash between human and demon worlds, blending humor with moments of tension and action.

The series balances its supernatural elements with comedic undertones, often highlighting Staz’s eccentric personality and his obsession with human pop culture. Fuyumi’s ghostly state serves as a central plot device, driving the characters’ motivations and interactions. The dynamic between Staz and Fuyumi evolves from one of obligation to genuine camaraderie, while the supporting cast adds depth to the story through their unique abilities and personal stakes. The anime concludes with an open-ended resolution, leaving room for further exploration of the Demon World and its inhabitants.
Information
Blood Lad
ブラッドラッド
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 10
Movie/Episode length: 24 min.
Date: 07/07/2013 – 09/08/2013
Categories
Genre
ActionGhost StoriesComedy
Tags
DemonsGhostsVampire
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1She's a Skeleton Now
2Back Home, But Not Really
3You Had It All Along
4To Demon World Acropolis
5Unidentified Demon Object
6That's Friendship
7Liz, for the First Time
8Two is a Treasure
9Sins of the Eye Glasses
10The Dark Hero Rises
11I'm Not a Cat
Cast
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Staff
  • Director
    Shigeyuki Miya
  • Script
    Kenji Konuta
  • Unit Director
    Tomoyuki Kurokawa
    Yoshinari Saitō
    Sekijū Sekino
    Tomoya Tanaka
  • Original creator
  • Art Director
    Masaki Mayuzumi
    Toshiyuki Sakae
  • Animation Director
    Toshimitsu Kobayashi
    Toshiharu Murata
    Shigeyuki Miya
    Kenji Fujisaki
    Shigenori Taniguchi
    Yoshinari Saitō
    Mariko Emori
    Mika Saitō
    Yoshihiro Kanno
  • Director of Photography
    Shinichiro Tate
  • Producer
    Hiromichi Oishi
    Takashi Imamoto
  • Series Composition
    Kenji Konuta
  • Storyboard
    Kiyoko Sayama
    Shigeyuki Miya
    Yoshinari Saitō
    Tomoya Tanaka
  • Music
    Yūki Hayashi
  • Character Design
    Kenji Fujisaki
  • Chief Animation Director
    Kenji Fujisaki
  • Sound Director
    Satoki Iida
  • Executive producer
    Takeshi Yasuda
Production
  • Production
    The Klockworx Co., Ltd.
    Flying Dog
    Docomo Anime Store
    D.N. Dream Partners
    Kadokawa Shoten
    Blood Lad Production Committee
  • Animation Production
    Brain's Base