Watch JUNI TAISEN: ZODIAC WAR

2017
1 Season

JUNI TAISEN: ZODIAC WAR is a Japanese light novel series created by Nisio Isin and illustrated by Hikaru Nakamura. The series was adapted into an anime television series by Graphinica, and it aired in 2017. The show is set in a world where 12 warriors representing the animals of the Chinese zodiac are chosen to fight a battle to the death every 12 years. The winner of the tournament is granted one wish by the host of the battle, a mysterious entity known as the God of All Things.

The story follows the 12 warriors as they fight each other in a battle royale that takes place in an abandoned city. Each warrior has their own unique abilities and weapons, and they are all fighting for their own reasons. Some are fighting for personal gain, some for revenge, and some for the greater good.

The characters in the show are all well-developed and have interesting backstories. The main character, Ino, is a rabbit warrior who is fighting to avenge her fallen friend. She is skilled in martial arts and has the ability to create illusions.

Other characters include Monkey, a warrior with superhuman strength and agility; Rat, a cowardly warrior who relies on deception and trickery; and Boar, a powerful warrior who uses brute force and has a tragic past.

As the battle progresses, alliances are formed and broken, and the warriors are forced to confront their own beliefs and motivations. The show explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the consequences of violence.

The animation in JUNI TAISEN: ZODIAC WAR is excellent, with detailed character designs and fluid action sequences. The fight scenes are intense and well-choreographed, and each warrior's abilities are showcased in a unique and visually interesting way.

The soundtrack is also noteworthy, with a mix of orchestral and electronic music that adds to the show's intense and dramatic atmosphere.

Overall, JUNI TAISEN: ZODIAC WAR is an intense and thrilling anime that is perfect for fans of action and violence. The well-developed characters and interesting world-building make it a must-watch for anyone looking for an exciting and thought-provoking anime.

JUNI TAISEN: ZODIAC WAR is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (12 episodes). The series first aired on October 3, 2017.

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Seasons

12. The One Wish That Must Be Granted, and the Ninety-nine That Can Be Done Without

December 19, 2017

Nezumi, Warrior of the Rat, is an ordinary high school student in his normal life. He used his ability, Hundred Paths of Nezumi-san, to become the Taisen's lone survivor, and in the process learned the wishes of the battle's other participants.

11. To Treat a Man to Beef From His Own Cow

December 12, 2017

The Warrior of the Ox, Ushii, is seen by other fighters as extremely powerful. The genius combatant uses his systematic killing style to slaughter any enemy he comes across.

10. A Tiger May Die, But It Leaves Its Skin

December 5, 2017

Warrior of the Tiger, Tora, once met a warrior who seemed to brim with righteousness. She joined the Juni Taisen in order to meet that warrior again, and now, it seems her dream of a duel with him may be granted

9. The Man Who Chases Two Rabbits Catches Neither

November 28, 2017

Warrior of the Rabbit, Usagi, is a Necromantist who makes other warriors into his "friends." Warrior of the Ox, Ushii, and Warrior of the Tiger, Tora, end up facing off against two of these "friends," the Tatsumi Brothers.

8. In Like a Dragon, Out Like a Snake (Part 2)

November 21, 2017

Warrior of the Dragon, the elder Tatsumi Brother, is an arrogant but cool-headed warrior who acts as commander when working with his brother. Using his "Heaven's Holding" ability to fly, he watches over Snake and waits for his chance to join the battle.

7. In Like a Dragon, Out Like a Snake (Part 1)

November 14, 2017

Warrior of the Snake, the younger Tatsumi Brother, is a dangerous individual who would have become a pyromaniac if he hadn't become a warrior. On their way to the Juni Taisen, he remembers the day his brother saved his life.

6. Even a Champion Racehorse May Stumble

November 7, 2017

Warrior of the Horse, Uuma, has trained his body to its limits to acquire the ultimate defensive technique, "Stirrup." But his confidence in that ability faltered during his meeting with the Warrior of the Ox.

5. A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing

October 31, 2017

Warrior of the Ram, Hitsujii, is a legendary warrior and winner of the 9th Juni Taisen. In this new Taisen, Hitsujii ranks the other warriors by their abilities and plots a scheme using the poison Juseki crystal.

4. The Enemy, a Noble Primate

October 24, 2017

Warrior of the Monkey, Sharyu, is a powerful fighter able to manipulate the three states of matter, but uses her power to bring peace around the world. She seeks peace at the Juni Taisen as well, until her lone ally asks if people are really worth saving.

3. Cutting a Chicken with a Beef Cleaver

October 17, 2017

Warrior of the Chicken, Niwatori, isn't as powerful as the others, but her ability to see with a birds-eye-view has helped her survive many battles. She can also betray without feeling any remorse, until she first meets the Monkey Warrior, Sharyu.

2. Tricks Both Mongrel and Fowl

October 10, 2017

Warrior of the Dog, Dotsuku, is known for his powerful bite, "Mad Dog's Vise." However, he has a secret skill: the ability to create and secrete a variety of poisons from his body. This gives him an advantage when all of the participants are poisoned!

1. Even Boars May Become Pigs After Seven Generations

October 3, 2017

The Juni Taisen takes place every twelve years. The participating warriors must kill each other until only one remains. Inonoshishi, Warrior of the Boar and the daughter of the last Taisen's winner, ends up fighting her first enemy in an unexpected way.

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