Ep 1. Prelude To Despair

In the first episode of Blassreiter, we are introduced to a world where humans have discovered a way to merge their flesh with machines, creating cyborgs known as "demoniacs." These demoniacs possess incredible power, but with that power comes a risk; the more they use it, the more they risk losing control of their humanity and becoming monstrous creatures known as "blassreiters."

We follow the story of a young motorcycle racer named Gerd Frentzen. After a fateful accident, Gerd is left paralyzed and disillusioned with his former passion. However, when he is approached by a mysterious woman named Amanda Werner who offers to give him the ability to walk again in exchange for becoming a demoniac, Gerd hesitantly agrees.

As Gerd undergoes the procedure that will transform him into a demoniac, we see glimpses of his past and the people who were important to him, including a childhood friend named Malek who is now a police officer. Meanwhile, other demoniacs around the city begin to lose control and wreak havoc, forcing Malek and his fellow officers to try and contain the situation.

As Gerd awakens to his new life as a demoniac, he is pursued by a group of other demoniacs who seem to be under the control of an unknown mastermind. Gerd's first battle as a demoniac is intense and brutal, but he manages to come out victorious with the help of Amanda.

However, Gerd soon discovers that his new powers and abilities come at a cost. He must constantly battle against the urges of the blassreiter within him, and even the slightest misstep could cause him to lose control and become a monster. As Gerd struggles to come to terms with his new existence, Malek and the other officers continue to investigate the demoniac attacks and try to stop the mastermind behind them.

Overall, the first episode of Blassreiter sets the stage for a dark and intense series. The world-building is intriguing, with the concept of demoniacs and blassreiters creating a fascinating dynamic for the characters to explore. Gerd's journey from a broken man to a powerful demoniac is compelling, and the action sequences are well-executed and thrilling. It's clear that Blassreiter is not a show for the faint of heart, and fans of darker sci-fi and action will likely find a lot to enjoy in this series.