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Description
"Sengoku Busho Retsuden Bakufu Doji Hissatsuman" is a historical fantasy anime set during Japan's Sengoku period, blending historical figures with supernatural elements. The narrative centers on Bakufu Doji, a young warrior who wields the mystical Hissatsu sword, a weapon imbued with the power to vanquish evil spirits and demons. The story unfolds as Bakufu embarks on a quest to restore peace to a war-torn Japan, battling malevolent forces that threaten both the physical and spiritual realms.

The plot intertwines the political turmoil of the Sengoku era with a supernatural conflict. Various daimyos and warlords, including historical figures like Oda Nobunaga and Toyotomi Hideyoshi, are depicted as both political rivals and allies in the fight against demonic entities. These entities, led by the malevolent demon lord Shuten Doji, seek to exploit the chaos of the era to plunge Japan into darkness. Bakufu, guided by his sense of duty and the teachings of his mentor, must navigate the treacherous landscape of feudal Japan, forging alliances and confronting enemies both human and supernatural.

Key characters include Bakufu Doji, the determined protagonist whose journey is marked by personal growth and the burden of wielding the Hissatsu sword. Shuten Doji serves as the primary antagonist, a powerful demon with a vendetta against humanity. Supporting characters include historical figures reimagined within the fantasy context, such as Oda Nobunaga, portrayed as a cunning and ambitious leader, and Toyotomi Hideyoshi, depicted as a pragmatic and resourceful strategist. The series also features a cast of original characters, including fellow warriors and spiritual guides who aid Bakufu in his mission.

The narrative is structured around episodic battles and overarching story arcs, with each episode advancing Bakufu's quest while exploring themes of loyalty, honor, and the clash between human ambition and supernatural forces. The series balances action-packed sequences with moments of introspection, delving into the moral complexities of war and the sacrifices required to achieve peace. Through its blend of historical drama and fantasy, "Sengoku Busho Retsuden Bakufu Doji Hissatsuman" offers a unique perspective on the Sengoku period, reimagining its conflicts through the lens of supernatural warfare.
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Sengoku Busho Retsuden Bakufu Doji Hissatsuman
戦国武将列伝 爆風童子ヒッサツマン
Type: OVA
Anime Episodes: 3
Date: 06/22/1990 – 10/25/1990
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Staff
  • Director · Hiroshi Sasagawa
  • Script · Hidemi Kamata
  • Episode Director · Kazuhiro Mori
  • Music · Kaoru Mizutani
  • Character Design · Yoshitaka Amano
  • Character Design · Chūji Nakajima
  • Art Director · Kazushige Takatoo
  • Animation Director · Chūji Nakajima
  • Mechanical design · Shinji Aramaki
  • Sound Director · Fujiyama Fusanobu
  • Director of Photography · Akihiko Takahashi
  • Executive producer · Tadatsugu Hayakawa
  • Producer · Atsushi Sugita
Production
  • Animation Production · ARTMIC Studios