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Name: Utawarerumono
Genre: Anime, Action & Adventure
Released: April 3, 2006
Cast: Rikiya KoyamaRyôka YuzukiJohn Gremillion

TV-14
2006
1 Season
7.0 (455)

Utawarerumono is a Japanese anime television series that first aired on TV Asahi in 2006. It is a fantasy adventure based on a visual novel with the same title. The story takes place in a fantasy world with magic and mythical creatures. The protagonist of the series is a man named Hakuoro. He wakes up in a village with no memory of his past. The villagers take him in and treat him with kindness. Later, the village gets invaded, and Hakuoro comes to the rescue. He discovers his ability to fight and strategize, revealing that he is a capable warrior. Hakuoro, together with his new companions, set out into the world to figure out his past and eventually find out that he is destined to help the people of his land. Along the way, they encounter other characters who join them on their journey. One notable aspect of the show is the character design. The characters are beautifully crafted with intricate details and bright colors. The characterizations are well fleshed out, each having their distinctive personality and backstory. The plot of the Utawarerumono series is complex and multi-layered. The series has a lot of political intrigue, wars, and conspiracies. The kingdoms are at war with each other, and the series follows the political relationships and dynamics between the different nations. It is a political thriller that keeps the audience engaged and guessing. Throughout the series, Hakuoro and his companions face many challenges, both physical and emotional. They go through a lot of character development, and it is a treat to see how each character grows throughout the show. It is not only Hakuoro but also his companions who shine in this show. A stand-out character is a young girl named Yuzuha. She is the headstrong daughter of a tribal chief who initially opposes Hakuoro's ways. However, she recognizes his leadership skills and slowly becomes one of his allies. She represents the younger generation who are tired of being trapped in the old ways and want to embrace change. Another fantastic character is the calculating Emperor Tusukuru. He is a political mastermind who manipulates people to achieve his goals. He is the perfect antagonist and makes the audience love to hate him. The music in Utawarerumono is also noteworthy. It has a variety of ethnic music that fits the fantasy theme perfectly. The opening and closing themes, in particular, are fantastic. In terms of animation quality, Utawarerumono is a well-animated series with attention to the details of the world that it presents. The colors are vibrant and the animation is smooth. Overall, Utawarerumono is a fantastic anime series that is well worth watching. It is a well-crafted series with a fantastic plot, intricate characters, and beautiful animation. It is a series that fans of the fantasy genre will enjoy.

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Seasons

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26. The One Being Sung

September 25, 2006

After a climatic battle and the final pieces of Hakouro's past being revealed, Hakouro makes a very difficult decision that will forever have an impact on the future.

25. Ancient Traces Of Dreams

September 18, 2006

The episode begins with the fate of Kuuya being revealed. Hakuoro rushes to Onkami Yamukai to rescue Kamyu, but all is not as it seems. Hakouro's true identity is confirmed and he remembers more of the Iceman's heartbreaking story.

24. Those That Fall Into Ruin

September 11, 2006

With the help of the rebels and Genjimaru's military command the Tusukuru empire stops Kunnekamun and soon turns the tables of the war. Inside the castle of Kuuya the final battle ensues, but there are more factions at work than just Tusukuru and Kunnekamun...

23. The Heart's Whereabouts

September 4, 2006

The first heavy defeat in battle with Kuuya in the previous episode slows down the war. In the next, relatively calm, days Hakuoro remembers some of his past. Who really is the Iceman? Why does this "Mikoto" in his memories resemble ErurÅ« so much? Genjimaru leaves Kunnekamun since he knows they are on a path to annihilation. He joins Hakuoro offering his guide for the armies. Genjimaru seems to be betraying Kuuya, but he acts this way since he wants to save her from the war. Understanding that, Hakuoro accepts his help. The first step is unite all the rebels left by Kunnekamun's passage. In order to do that, Hakuoro arranges a mission to rescue the Oruyankuru. The old man is saved, but then he declares that Urutorii is the new Oruyankuru and retires.

22. Contract Of Mourning

August 28, 2006

As the forces of Emperor Kuuya descend upon Tusukuru's capital, Hakuoro realizes that the evacuation is going to take longer than they have, and so decides to sacrifice himself to draw their attention away. However, Aruruu isn't prepared to let this happen, and shows up riding Mukkuru. The immortal Mutikapa is able to attack the Avu-Kamuu without being hurt, but Aruruu is hit with a single blow and died. However, the pool of blood growing behind Aruruu begins to bring back Hakuoro's memories, and new questions start arising in his mind: What is he? What unknown powers does he harbor?

21. Large Seal

August 21, 2006

Kuuya, convinced by her bloodthirsty advisers, starts a war against every nation in order to unite the whole continent. Soon the war reaches Hakuoro's empire. The avu-kamuu of Kuuya seem unstoppable, and Hakuoro decides to evacuate the capital.

20. First Battle

August 14, 2006

Kuuya talks again with Hakuoro. Later she reveals her plans of war with the other countries. Thus Hakuoro is left with the decision to help her or not. Hakuoro tries to dissuade her, but to no avail.

19. Farewell

August 7, 2006

Derihouri, with the aide of Hakuoro and his party and a secret from Karura's past, infiltrate the capital of Nan-tunk, only to discover that the Kenam rebellion was formed with ulterior motives.

18. Released Army

July 31, 2006

Karura's younger brother Derihouri is leading a revolt in a neighboring country though his small army is no match for the force he is trying to oppose. It will take the aid of Hakuoro, Karura and the several others to overcome the emperor.

17. Young Emperor

July 24, 2006

Kuuya and Hakuoro have a long talk alone about the world they live in and the state of affairs. Later, Oboro is suffering from a hangover and must take ErurÅ« revolting medicine in order for it to pass quicker. Also, the trader from before comes back to sell them a MikyÅ«m which is a rare and extremely valuable animal. Finally, Hakuoro has yet another private discussion with Kuuya where he discovers that the masked emperor is in fact a young girl.

16. The End Of The War

July 17, 2006

Hakuoro is still haunted by what Niwe said to him and has nightmares about it. Later a duel between Benawi and Oboro takes places to see how strong each is. Near the end of the episode, Hakuoro is introduced to another emperor named Kuuya.

15. The End Of The Party

July 10, 2006

A final decisive battle between Hakuoro and Niwe begins in Shikeripetim's capital.

14. Ravages Of War

July 3, 2006

More helpless villages in Tusukuru are attacked by Niwe, the emperor of Shikeripetim, as he advances through the countryside. Hakuoro hatches a desperate plan in order to defend his nation.

13. The Bloody War

June 26, 2006

Hakuoro's plan to defeat the Kuccha Keccha succeeds and he confronts Emperor Orikakan; the result of their encounter however, is quite unexpected.

12. Unrest

June 19, 2006

Kuccha Keecha turns out to be a more formidable opponent than originally anticipated, more so now that they have the support of the Evinkuruga Touka. Hakuoro tries to find another way to attain victory.

11. The Eternal Promise

June 12, 2006

Kuccha Keccha attacks ErurÅ«'s former village and massacres the inhabitants. In response to continued attacks, Tusukuru is forced to declare war with them.

10. Mercenary

June 5, 2006

A powerful mercenary is brought to the castle and held captive until she is able to show her worth as a fighter and joins Hakuoro's army.

9. Taboo

May 29, 2006

As the large country of Shikeripetim threatens invasion, Hakouro devises a cunning plan to hold off Shikeripetim's emperor, Niwe, and his far superior military force.

8. The Arbitrator

May 22, 2006

Several Onkami come to Hakuoro's castle as arbitators and to gather more information on his new country Tusukuru.

7. Advance Towards The Emperor

May 15, 2006

Finally, Hakuoro's small army reaches the castle of Emperor Inkara, to find, when they arrive, that he had already died by Benawi's blade. After this, Benawi and Kurou join Hakuoro.

6. Power that gathers

May 8, 2006

Hakuoro gains more men at his command and once again has a battle involving Benawi and the men he commands.

5. Daughter of the forest

May 1, 2006

Hakuoro takes over command of the station which he captures, beginning to strategically lead a large-scale rebellion. When rallying troops to rise up against the oppressive government, however, he runs into Benawi, the empire's Samurai leader.

4. Road that you cannot turn back

April 24, 2006

Tusukuru is inadvertently killed and members from the village go on a mission to kill the feudal lord responsible.

3. Purple Amber

April 17, 2006

Tusukuru is thought to be missing from the village though is later found offering aid to a young girl with a strange affliction.

2. King of the Wasted Forest

April 10, 2006

The Queen of the forest, Mutikapa, is angered and begins killing some of the townspeople. Hakuoro works with the others to figure out a way to defeat it.

1. Something Uninvited

April 3, 2006

A strange man is found by a girl and her family and nursed back to health. He appears to have lost all of his memories, and can't seem to remove a mask of bone affixed to his forehead.

Description

Hakuoro, together with his new companions, set out into the world to figure out his past and eventually find out that he is destined to help the people of his land. Along the way, they encounter other characters who join them on their journey.

One notable aspect of the show is the character design. The characters are beautifully crafted with intricate details and bright colors. The characterizations are well fleshed out, each having their distinctive personality and backstory.

The plot of the Utawarerumono series is complex and multi-layered. The series has a lot of political intrigue, wars, and conspiracies. The kingdoms are at war with each other, and the series follows the political relationships and dynamics between the different nations. It is a political thriller that keeps the audience engaged and guessing.

Throughout the series, Hakuoro and his companions face many challenges, both physical and emotional. They go through a lot of character development, and it is a treat to see how each character grows throughout the show. It is not only Hakuoro but also his companions who shine in this show.

A stand-out character is a young girl named Yuzuha. She is the headstrong daughter of a tribal chief who initially opposes Hakuoro's ways. However, she recognizes his leadership skills and slowly becomes one of his allies. She represents the younger generation who are tired of being trapped in the old ways and want to embrace change.

Another fantastic character is the calculating Emperor Tusukuru. He is a political mastermind who manipulates people to achieve his goals. He is the perfect antagonist and makes the audience love to hate him.

The music in Utawarerumono is also noteworthy. It has a variety of ethnic music that fits the fantasy theme perfectly. The opening and closing themes, in particular, are fantastic.

In terms of animation quality, Utawarerumono is a well-animated series with attention to the details of the world that it presents. The colors are vibrant and the animation is smooth.

Overall, Utawarerumono is a fantastic anime series that is well worth watching. It is a well-crafted series with a fantastic plot, intricate characters, and beautiful animation. It is a series that fans of the fantasy genre will enjoy.

Utawarerumono is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (27 episodes). The series first aired on April 3, 2006.

Where to Watch Utawarerumono

Utawarerumono is available for streaming on the TV Asahi website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Utawarerumono on demand at and Crunchyroll.