Sherlock Hound Season 1 Episode 1 The Four Signatures

The episode "The Four Signatures" is the first episode of the first season of the animated series Sherlock Hound. The series, based on the famous detective Sherlock Holmes, is set in an anthropomorphic world where all characters are depicted as animals.

In this episode, we are introduced to Sherlock Hound, a dog detective who lives at 221B Baker Street, along with his assistant, Dr. Watson, who is a cat. The story begins with a series of burglaries happening in London, where the only clue found at each crime scene is the signature of the thief, a paw print. It's initially assumed that it's the work of a "Paw Print Gang". However, things take a turn when a fourth signature is discovered and it's unlike the other three paw prints, suggesting a separate culprit.

Sherlock Hound takes up the case and sets out to investigate the matter. With his astute observation skills and deductive reasoning, he quickly finds out that the fourth crime is a decoy intended to divert attention from the true motive of the original culprits. He finds a connection between the stolen items and a famous inventor, Professor Moriarty, who happens to be an enemy of Sherlock.

Meanwhile, Dr. Watson manages to uncover some crucial evidence which leads Sherlock Hound to Moriarty's hideout. After a thrilling chase, they finally catch Moriarty and his gang while they were in the process of planning yet another burglary. With his excellent skills in judo, Sherlock Hound successfully overpowers Moriarty and his gang, bringing them to justice. In the end, we see Sherlock and Watson relaxing as they celebrate their success in solving the case.

The episode is an interesting and engaging watch, especially for fans of Sherlock Holmes. The animation is beautifully executed, with vibrant colors and interesting character designs that keep the viewer's attention. The background score effectively sets the mood of the story, adding to its excitement and thrill.

Sherlock Hound's character is well-written and charming, with an air of humor reminiscent of the original Sherlock Holmes stories. His friendship with Watson, who is also his partner in crime-solving, is both entertaining and heartwarming. The villains in the story are smart and cunning, which adds to the thrill of the chase.

Overall, "The Four Signatures" episode of Sherlock Hound successfully sets up the tone and style of the series, introducing us to its main characters and their world. It's a great start to an entertaining and intelligent animated series, which doesn't take itself too seriously but still manages to keep the viewer engaged.