Slayers

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  • TV-PG
  • 1995
  • 5 Seasons
  • 7.5  (2,431)

Slayers is a long-running anime series that originally hit the airwaves in 1995, and quickly became a fan favorite due to its action-packed storylines, well-drawn characters, and humor. The show was aired on AT-X and has a total of 5 seasons that run until 2009. The show is known for its mix of swords and sorcery fantasy elements, along with an overarching storyline that follows a group of unlikely heroes as they battle evil forces and try to save the world.

The series follows the adventures of Lina Inverse, a powerful and resourceful sorceress who roams the land in search of treasure and adventure. Along the way, she meets a variety of quirky characters, including Gourry Gabriev, a skilled swordsman who becomes her traveling companion, and a colorful cast of villains and allies, who all help to flesh out the world of Slayers.

One of the key strengths of the show is its characters. Lina Inverse is a particularly compelling protagonist, with a quick wit and an even quicker temper. She's fiercely independent and capable, but also vulnerable at times, especially when it comes to her complicated relationships with her friends and enemies alike. Gourry is her polar opposite, a dumber than a bag of hammers, but with a heart of gold and an unrelenting sense of loyalty that makes him a valuable asset to Lina's team.

The supporting characters are equally memorable, including Amelia, the righteous and naive princess who joins the team midway in the story, Zelgadis, a mysterious and powerful warrior who has his own personal agenda, and Xellos, a deceptively charming and sinister figure who keeps the audience guessing until the very end.

The world of Slayers is also expertly crafted, with detailed maps and geography that help to immerse the viewers in the various regions where the action takes place. There are a variety of magical creatures and races that inhabit this world, including dragons, werewolves, and demons, and the show does an excellent job of exploring the different cultures and political dynamics that arise as a result.

Aside from the worldbuilding, the other strength of Slayers is its storytelling. The show strikes a delicate balance between action and humor, with plenty of comedic moments that help to balance out the more serious elements. There are also several overarching storylines that run through the series, which help to keep the audience invested in the characters and their journey.

Overall, Slayers is a classic anime that has stood the test of time. It's hard not to fall in love with the characters and their world, and the show's blend of action, humor, and drama make it an addictive watch. Whether you're a fan of swords and sorcery fantasy or just looking for a well-crafted story with memorable characters, Slayers definitely delivers.

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Seasons
Zero hour : those heading for destruction !
13. Zero hour : those heading for destruction !
April 6, 2009
Shabranigdo has been revived, and Lina and the gang struggle to hold out against him. Pokota holds him off while Lina readies the Giga Slave, the spell she used to defeat him before.
Yesterday's memory, the regained days
12. Yesterday's memory, the regained days
March 30, 2009
Having finally been revived, Rezo the Red Priest awakens the people of Taforashia and cures the disease. However, Lina, Gourry and Xellos question Rezo and find out that his soul is still host to a fragment of Shabranigdo, the Dark Lord.
Xeno, the master of resurrection!
11. Xeno, the master of resurrection!
March 23, 2009
Accepting the fact that Rezo must have his body, Pokota steals the Hellmaster's Jar and goes with Ozzel to Taforashia with Lina and the gang in pursuit. Xellos attempts to stop the ceremony, while Ozzel struggles with her own feelings.
Wisdom, wishing for times lost forever!
10. Wisdom, wishing for times lost forever!
March 16, 2009
Zelgadis steals the Hellmaster's Jar and reveals the true nature of Rezo. Rezo confirms this for Pokota and tells him that in order to save Taforashia, he must inhabit Pokota's body. Meanwhile, Zelgadis learns the truth about chimeras.
VOICE! What`s inside the jar?
9. VOICE! What`s inside the jar?
March 9, 2009
Having obtained the Hellmaster's Jar, Lina and the party hear Rezo's voice inside. Following random instructions, they go through several tasks before finding Ozzel and the jar stolen by some bandits.
UNCOVER! The darkness unveiled!
8. UNCOVER! The darkness unveiled!
March 2, 2009
In order to lure Zuuma out, Radock, Abel, and Lina's crew go on a business trip. While they stop, Zuuma, Gduza, Duguld, and an army of monsters attack. Lina and company learn that Radock was Zuuma all along, but he is killed by Xellos.
TOWN SCAPE! Because it`s a thing made by people.
7. TOWN SCAPE! Because it`s a thing made by people.
February 23, 2009
In order to find out more information on the Hellmaster's Jar, Lina, Gourry and Pokota follow Ozzel, encountering Zuuma along the way. Meanwhile, Amelia and Zelgadis are attacked by Gduza and Dugld while guarding Radock.
SEEK! Who is the target?
6. SEEK! Who is the target?
February 16, 2009
Upon Zuuma's demand, Lina and company go to Vezendi and find out that a merchant named Radock has the Hellmaster's Jar. As a target of Zuuma, he hires them to be his bodyguards, but they are attacked by two monsters, Gduza and Dugld.
RAIDER! A voice from the darkness!
5. RAIDER! A voice from the darkness!
February 9, 2009
Nama finally leads the gang to ruins where the jar that sealed her soul into the armor lies. Unfortunately, as Xellos notes, this is not the real Hellmaster's Jar, and the Hellmaster's Jar lies in Zuuma's possession.
QUALITY TIME? A loving life?
4. QUALITY TIME? A loving life?
February 2, 2009
Kuppi, the fishwoman captured by the pirates, comes to Gourry under the pretext that he is the father of her two children. Madness ensues as Lina fights to get Gourry back.
PARTNER! They`re sharing a body?
3. PARTNER! They`re sharing a body?
January 26, 2009
Amelia and Nama get separated from the crew and Amelia ends up stuck inside of Nama. The two then hear about a dragon from a nearby village and decide to take it on.
OH MY HEAD! Where did it go?
2. OH MY HEAD! Where did it go?
January 19, 2009
Nama leads the crew to a village that has been being harassed by a headless knight named Hans. When they capture him, he offers one of his jars in exchange for them helping him find his missing head.
NEW COMER? A new voyage!
1. NEW COMER? A new voyage!
January 12, 2009
Lina and her friends search for the Hellmaster's jar to bring Rezo back so he can help revive the people from the plague. Meanwhile they run into a woman whose soul was forged into armor.
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  • Premiere Date
    April 7, 1995
  • IMDB Rating
    7.5  (2,431)
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