Hellsing: The Dawn

About Hellsing: The Dawn

Here is what Hellsing: The Dawn is about, retold in plain terms: an action, supernatural and seinen anime by Graphinica (2011). The premise: During the height of World War II, Nazi Germany seeks to strengthen their soldiers with technology crafted under the influence of vampiric biology. Out of fear of this technology turning the tide of war in the Axis's favor, Sir Arthur Hellsing enlists his butler and soldier Walter C.

Another thread: Dornez and vampire Alucard to put a stop to the German plot, sending the two men into a conflict that will scar them both forever.

In an action series like this, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Think of it as a pick for viewers who like fast, high-impact fights.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Graphinica, which means the visual identity of Hellsing: The Dawn follows that studio's craft. Because it leans on action, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. At 7.2/10 it earns a solid reception, a safe pick for fans of the genre. It aired in 2011, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.