Sirius the Jager Season 1 Episode 1 The Revenant Howls in Darkness
- July 12, 2018
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7.4 (77)
In the first episode of the anime series Sirius the Jaeger, we are introduced to a world where vampires and humans coexist in secrecy, with each side believing the other to be nothing more than myths. However, a group of skilled hunters known as the Jaegers have dedicated their lives to tracking down and eliminating the vampire threat, and our protagonist Yuliy is one of them.
The episode begins with Yuliy and his team of Jaegers infiltrating a government building in retaliation for the kidnapping of one of their own. They successfully retrieve their captured comrade but not before they encounter a group of vampires who are there to retrieve a mysterious device.
While on their way back to their hideout, Yuliy senses something unusual and decides to investigate. He finds himself in an abandoned building where he encounters a lone vampire who is unlike any he has ever seen before. This vampire, known as a revenant, is able to regenerate himself by consuming other beings, and he has been causing havoc throughout the city.
Yuliy engages the revenant in battle and is quickly overpowered. However, he is soon joined by a group of strangers who come to his aid. Yuliy learns that these strangers are members of another Jaeger group who have come to Tokyo in search of the same mysterious device that the vampires were after.
Together, Yuliy and the new group of Jaegers continue their search for the device. Along the way, they encounter more vampires and the epic battles that ensue showcase the unique abilities of each character. We get to see the stylish and deadly fighting skills of the Jaegers, including Yuliy and his comrades, who are all armed with special weapons that can harm vampires. Meanwhile, the vampires' powers include the ability to transform into monstrous creatures, control others, and more.
But the true centerpiece of the episode is the character development. We get to see Yuliy's backstory, which includes the tragic loss of his family by vampires and what instigated his decision to become a Jaeger. Additionally, the new characters introduced include Phillip, who is seen as the group's leader, and Dorothea, a young girl who wears an eyepatch and seems to possess unique abilities. We also get glimpses of the relationships that exist between the various characters and how they have influenced their decisions.
The episode ends with the team finally locating the mysterious device, only to be met with another surprise. This cliffhanger sets up the rest of the season, creating intrigue for what's to come.
Overall, "The Revenant Howls in Darkness" is an engaging introduction to Sirius the Jaeger, which combines elements of action, drama, and supernatural fantasy. It sets up the world that the characters inhabit, their motivations, and the stakes that exist. The animation is fluid and dynamic, with bold colors that add to the series' intense and dramatic atmosphere. It's a must-watch for fans of the genre.