TV-Series
Description
"Kekkai Sensen," also known as "Blood Blockade Battlefront," is set in a fictional version of New York City called Hellsalem's Lot, which has been transformed into a chaotic melting pot of humans and supernatural beings after a sudden rupture between Earth and the Beyond. The city is sealed off from the outside world, and its inhabitants must navigate a precarious coexistence between the two realms. The story centers on Libra, a secret organization tasked with maintaining order and preventing catastrophic conflicts between humans and the otherworldly entities that now inhabit the city.

The protagonist, Leonardo Watch, is a young photographer who gains the "All-Seeing Eyes of the Gods" after a mysterious incident involving his sister, who loses her sight in exchange. Drawn to Hellsalem's Lot in search of answers and a way to restore his sister's vision, Leonardo becomes entangled with Libra. Despite his lack of combat experience, his unique ability to see through illusions and perceive hidden truths makes him a valuable asset to the organization.

Libra is composed of a diverse and eccentric group of individuals, each with their own supernatural abilities and quirks. Notable members include Zapp Renfro, a brash and hot-headed swordsman; Chain Sumeragi, a stoic and efficient werewolf-like investigator; Klaus von Reinherz, the noble and imposing leader of Libra; and Steven A. Starphase, a calm and calculating strategist with ice-based powers. Together, they tackle threats ranging from rogue supernatural entities to criminal organizations, often with a mix of humor, action, and unexpected camaraderie.

The narrative unfolds through episodic adventures that highlight the team's missions and the challenges of living in a city where chaos is the norm. Amidst the action, the series explores themes of coexistence, identity, and the blurred lines between good and evil. Leonardo's personal journey to understand his powers and protect his sister serves as an emotional anchor, while the larger story delves into the mysteries of Hellsalem's Lot and the forces that seek to exploit its unique conditions.

The series balances its high-stakes action with moments of levity and character-driven storytelling, creating a dynamic and engaging narrative. The interplay between the members of Libra, their individual backstories, and the evolving threats they face contribute to a rich and immersive world. "Kekkai Sensen" stands out for its inventive setting, vibrant characters, and seamless blend of supernatural intrigue and urban chaos.
Information
Blood Blockade Battlefront
血界戦線
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 12
Date: 04/04/2015
Categories
Genre
ActionDramaGhost StoriesComedy
Settings
Sci-Fi
Tags
Vampire
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Secret Society in the Sealed City
2Get That Phantom Ghost Wagon
3A Game Between Worlds
4BLOOD LINE FEVER
5The Tremorous Blood Hammer
6Don't forget to Don't forget me
7A No-Holds-Barred Eden
8Z’s Longest Day (Part 1)
9Z’s Longest Day (Part 2)
10Run! Lunch!! Run!!!/to the end.
11Paint It Black
12Hello, world!
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Staff
  • Director
    Rie Matsumoto
  • Script
    Kazunao Furuya
  • Episode Director
    Ikurō Satō
    Jirō Fujimoto
    Masashi Abe
    Tomoyuki Kurokawa
    Hideaki Uehara
    Daisuke Tsukushi
    Seung Hui Son
    Masahiro Mukai
    Rie Matsumoto
  • Music
    Taisei Iwasaki
  • Character Design
    Toshihiro Kawamoto
    Kōji Sugiura
  • Chief Animation Director
    Toshihiro Kawamoto
    Kōji Sugiura
  • Sound Director
    Rie Matsumoto
  • Director of Photography
    Masataka Ikegami
  • Series Composition
    Kazunao Furuya
  • Storyboard
    Michio Fukuda
    Yoshikazu Miyao
    Kenji Nagasaki
    Tetsuo Hirakawa
    Kotaro Tamura
    Tomohiko Ito
    Rie Matsumoto
  • Unit Director
    Masashi Abe
    Masahiro Mukai
  • Original creator
  • Art Director
  • Animation Director
    Toshihiro Kawamoto
    Kōji Sugiura
    Kenji Mizuhata
    Chiharu Satō
    Takashi Hashimoto
    Takashi Tomioka
    Kōichi Horikawa
    Atsushi Hasebe
    Hitomi Hasegawa
    Kazumi Inadome
    Takashi Murai
    Kōta Moroishi
    Noriko Morishima
    Kouichi Hayashi
  • Cgi Director
    Hiroki Matsuura
  • Producer
    Naoki Amano
    Mai Murakami
    Ryōsuke Mori
    Wakana Okamura
    Toshiaki Kaneko
    Ryu Hashimoto
    Taisuke Furuya
Production
  • Animation Production
    BONES
  • Production
    BONES
    TOHO
    Kekkai Sensen Production Committee
Music
Insert songs
Ep. 2
“Catch Me If You Can”
Ep. 4
“Dust”
Ep. 5
“It's Magic”
Ep. 6
“In the City”
Ep. 6
“On My Own”
Ep. 7
“Just A Game”
Ep. 9
“White Gloves”