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Peanutchamp · 2012-04-23, 18:27

I am looking for an anime series that has medieval characteristics (Western-styled). It does not necessarily have to be set in that time frame. However, I am particularly interested in the weaponry being of western medieval (Basically, not samurai type series). I do not mind there being “Magic”. I don’t mind any particular genre; however I would like to avoid comedies. I tend to enjoy the more serious (have a meaning behind it) story lines. I really enjoyed the series Claymore and would love to have an anime series similar to that one.

What I have seen that resembles what I am looking for:
Claymore

What I have downloaded already and will see soon:
Berserk

Thank you for your time,
JT

Kirito · 2012-04-23, 18:43

The ones I can think of are Sacred Blacksmith & Prism Ark.

That's all...for now.

Kirito · 2012-04-23, 18:51

Ignore the choices I've previous posted because those ones have a fan service comedy feel to them and that's not what you're looking for. Sorry.

Here's some great ones that meet your requirements and will definitely be worth your while!

Ahem:
Tears to Tiara, Guin Saga, Scrapped Princess, and Murder Princess.

AbZeroNow · 2012-04-23, 18:52

If you already haven't seen Spice & Wolf, then I highly recommend that you watch it. It takes place in Medieval Europe, and it involves a little bit of romance and you'll learn a little bit about economics too. Some just watch it for the economics.

Plus, Holo(or Horo) the Wise Wolf is quite a character.

Echoes · 2012-04-23, 19:37

Spice and Wolf is indeed an amazing choice, though since you specifically brought up Western-style weapons, it bears mentioning that the series doesn't have much action to speak of. A lot of exciting stuff happens, but there are few actual battles. It really delves into the setting in a way that few other shows do, and as AbZeroNow mentioned, Horo is an absolute delight.

The European medieval setting is one of my favorites, but it sadly doesn't show up too often in anime. Glad you enjoyed Claymore, I think that more than anything I should just urge you to start watching your Berserk as soon as possible.

Stealther · 2012-04-24, 06:36

Guin Saga, Claymore and Berserk fits the best. Maybe Utawarerumono too.

MisaoFan · 2012-04-24, 07:21

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Originally Posted by Stealther

Guin Saga, Claymore and Berserk fits the best. Maybe Utawarerumono too.

While there's some comedy and a little amount of fanservice, Utawarerumono still has serious atmosphere in it. Same goes for Tears to Tiara.

xxanimefan4_ever · 2012-04-24, 07:39

Slayers TRY for the weapon thing but I personally think slayers NEXT is better.

So watch slayers next then slayers try then slayers. well whatever you do, watch slayers next first.

This show does have comedy in it but it does have serious parts like towards the end of the series. There's some really bad ass characters. It's just a really well-done anime that mixes drama, comedy, seriousness/badassness. It's called a classic because it's really good and not just because it's old

Peanutchamp · 2012-04-24, 08:24

Thank you all for the swift replies. I'll look into the many choices you have posted. I appreciate it.

I was looking into "Slayer". Didn't know there were more sequels or prequels.
My friend (who got me into anime) said Fate/Zero and Fate Stay Night are viable choices. Might looking these two as well.

If anymore pop into your head, please feel free to post them. I'm always looking for more. I tend to marathon my way through each series. HAHA.

Cheers,
JT

AbZeroNow · 2012-04-24, 13:41

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Originally Posted by Peanutchamp

Thank you all for the swift replies. I'll look into the many choices you have posted. I appreciate it.

I was looking into "Slayer". Didn't know there were more sequels or prequels.
My friend (who got me into anime) said Fate/Zero and Fate Stay Night are viable choices. Might looking these two as well.

If anymore pop into your head, please feel free to post them. I'm always looking for more. I tend to marathon my way through each series. HAHA.

Cheers,
JT

Fate/Zero is an excellant anime. But I recommend that you watch Fate/Stay Night first since Fate/Zero will spoil a lot of F/SN for you(for example F/Z tells you right off the bat who Saber is, but F/SN keeps that a secret for its first half and it's pretty epic when you find out just who Saber is). Also F/SN is not as good as F/Z IMHO so you get an upgrade when you finish F/SN and go to F/Z.

Peanutchamp · 2012-04-24, 15:30

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Originally Posted by AbZeroNow

Fate/Zero is an excellant anime. But I recommend that you watch Fate/Stay Night first since Fate/Zero will spoil a lot of F/SN for you(for example F/Z tells you right off the bat who Saber is, but F/SN keeps that a secret for its first half and it's pretty epic when you find out just who Saber is). Also F/SN is not as good as F/Z IMHO so you get an upgrade when you finish F/SN and go to F/Z.

Thank you for the heads up, I appreciate it. I'll watch F/SN first.

kitten320 · 2012-04-24, 15:49

Berserk is a really good starting point. F/SN and F/Z too.

Inuyasha might suit too since they have huge weapon variety, get better as it goes. Long lasting series though but finished.

Romeo + Juliet is set in knight period but it's mostly swords.

Sengoku Basara are samurai series but despite that they still use more than just katanas. Worth taking a look.

Hmmm, maybe Tales of the Abyss? They used swords and archery in addition with some magic and technology.

Tears to tiara are fully set in knight period.

ranran · 2012-04-24, 17:09

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Originally Posted by kitten320

Inuyasha might suit too since they have huge weapon variety, get better as it goes. Long lasting series though but finished.

Inuyasha is not medieval though...isn't it?

I recommend Tales of Symphonia.

kitten320 · 2012-04-25, 14:32

^I guess not, but there are no samurais and weapons are quiet interesting.

Aqua Knight · 2012-04-27, 13:13

Try Break Blade

Echoes · 2012-04-28, 00:18

Not only is Break Blade not medieval, it is a mecha show.

Silvance · 2012-04-28, 03:15

Since no one has mentioned it yet, I'd suggest Densetsu no Yuusha no Densetsu. Combat involves sword fights and magic.

Aqua Knight · 2012-04-28, 10:10

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Originally Posted by Echoes

Not only is Break Blade not medieval, it is a mecha show.

Then what setting is there?Future? I think Break Blade has a medieval setting.
OP said nothing about mecha...

Echoes · 2012-04-29, 12:28

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Originally Posted by Aqua Knight

Then what setting is there?Future? I think Break Blade has a medieval setting.
OP said nothing about mecha...

You can call it whatever you want, but it's nothing like what people would associate with the word "medieval."

The mechs are the weapons. Hence a mecha show doesn't fit the request.

Aqua Knight · 2012-04-30, 03:59

The suggestions don't exactly fit the request nearly always.
Break Blade is itself a good thing to watch - very entertaining.

2012-04-23, 18:27	Link #1
Peanutchamp Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2012	Medieval setting / Type of Weaponry I am looking for an anime series that has medieval characteristics (Western-styled). It does not necessarily have to be set in that time frame. However, I am particularly interested in the weaponry being of western medieval (Basically, not samurai type series). I do not mind there being “Magic”. I don’t mind any particular genre; however I would like to avoid comedies. I tend to enjoy the more serious (have a meaning behind it) story lines. I really enjoyed the series Claymore and would love to have an anime series similar to that one. What I have seen that resembles what I am looking for: Claymore What I have downloaded already and will see soon: Berserk Thank you for your time, JT

2012-04-23, 18:43	Link #2
Kirito Enjoying Snack Time! Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Where It's Legal to Marry Clara and Alice Age: 35	The ones I can think of are Sacred Blacksmith & Prism Ark. That's all...for now. __________________

2012-04-23, 18:51	Link #3
Kirito Enjoying Snack Time! Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Where It's Legal to Marry Clara and Alice Age: 35	Ignore the choices I've previous posted because those ones have a fan service comedy feel to them and that's not what you're looking for. Sorry. Here's some great ones that meet your requirements and will definitely be worth your while! Ahem: Tears to Tiara, Guin Saga, Scrapped Princess, and Murder Princess. __________________

2012-04-23, 19:37	Link #5
Echoes Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: In line to confess his sins. Age: 36	Spice and Wolf is indeed an amazing choice, though since you specifically brought up Western-style weapons, it bears mentioning that the series doesn't have much action to speak of. A lot of exciting stuff happens, but there are few actual battles. It really delves into the setting in a way that few other shows do, and as AbZeroNow mentioned, Horo is an absolute delight. The European medieval setting is one of my favorites, but it sadly doesn't show up too often in anime. Glad you enjoyed Claymore, I think that more than anything I should just urge you to start watching your Berserk as soon as possible. __________________ MyAnimeList Reviews and stuff

2012-04-24, 07:39	Link #8
xxanimefan4_ever Sorri++ Join Date: Apr 2006	Slayers TRY for the weapon thing but I personally think slayers NEXT is better. So watch slayers next then slayers try then slayers. well whatever you do, watch slayers next first. This show does have comedy in it but it does have serious parts like towards the end of the series. There's some really bad ass characters. It's just a really well-done anime that mixes drama, comedy, seriousness/badassness. It's called a classic because it's really good and not just because it's old __________________ <3

2012-04-23, 18:52	Link #4
AbZeroNow North American Haruhiist Join Date: Oct 2010 Age: 43	If you already haven't seen Spice & Wolf, then I highly recommend that you watch it. It takes place in Medieval Europe, and it involves a little bit of romance and you'll learn a little bit about economics too. Some just watch it for the economics. Plus, Holo(or Horo) the Wise Wolf is quite a character.

2012-04-24, 06:36	Link #6
Stealther Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008	Guin Saga, Claymore and Berserk fits the best. Maybe Utawarerumono too.

2012-04-24, 08:24	Link #9
Peanutchamp Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2012	Thank you all for the swift replies. I'll look into the many choices you have posted. I appreciate it. I was looking into "Slayer". Didn't know there were more sequels or prequels. My friend (who got me into anime) said Fate/Zero and Fate Stay Night are viable choices. Might looking these two as well. If anymore pop into your head, please feel free to post them. I'm always looking for more. I tend to marathon my way through each series. HAHA. Cheers, JT

2012-04-24, 15:49	Link #12
kitten320 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007	Berserk is a really good starting point. F/SN and F/Z too. Inuyasha might suit too since they have huge weapon variety, get better as it goes. Long lasting series though but finished. Romeo + Juliet is set in knight period but it's mostly swords. Sengoku Basara are samurai series but despite that they still use more than just katanas. Worth taking a look. Hmmm, maybe Tales of the Abyss? They used swords and archery in addition with some magic and technology. Tears to tiara are fully set in knight period. __________________ My anime list

2012-04-25, 14:32	Link #14
kitten320 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007	^I guess not, but there are no samurais and weapons are quiet interesting. __________________ My anime list

2012-04-27, 13:13	Link #15
Aqua Knight Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Age: 31	Try Break Blade __________________ I can’t sleep tonight…fish girl, sing me a song!

2012-04-28, 00:18	Link #16
Echoes Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: In line to confess his sins. Age: 36	Not only is Break Blade not medieval, it is a mecha show. __________________ MyAnimeList Reviews and stuff

2012-04-28, 03:15	Link #17
Silvance Storm Vanguard Graphic Designer Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Type-00	Since no one has mentioned it yet, I'd suggest Densetsu no Yuusha no Densetsu. Combat involves sword fights and magic.

2012-04-30, 03:59	Link #20
Aqua Knight Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Age: 31	The suggestions don't exactly fit the request nearly always. Break Blade is itself a good thing to watch - very entertaining. __________________ I can’t sleep tonight…fish girl, sing me a song!