Kimera

About Kimera

Kimera (祈明羅) blends action, horror and sci-fi by Animate Film and Artland (1996). Below is a fresh retelling of what the story is about. The premise: Strange "lifepods" have crashed in the western mountains, bringing with them supernatural beings previously found only in the realm of folk-lore and fantasy. Vampires walk the Earth, at war with Humanity an each other, driven by the most terrifying of genetic imperatives.

Another thread: Like wasps seeking a spider, they have come to this planet for only one purpose: to perpetuate their species.

As an action title, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Kimera (Nobuo Tobita) and Kianu (Juurouta Kosugi) are two of the characters you will meet early. This one is best suited to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. At 1 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by Animate Film and Artland, so the studio's house style defines how Kimera looks and moves on screen. Because it leans on action, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. With a 4.4/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. On the casting side, Nobuo Tobita voicing Kimera gives the lead role a recognizable voice. It aired in 1996, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.