Queen's Blade: The Exiled Virgin

About Queen's Blade: The Exiled Virgin

Looking for background on Queen's Blade: The Exiled Virgin (Queen's Blade: Rurou no Senshi)? This action, adventure and fantasy series by Arms (2009) starts out like this. In short: In a land where a queen is chosen every few years solely by winning a tournament, there can be no short supply of formidable opponents. For one woman warrior however, an early defeat clearly shows her that she is lacking in experience though she may be bountiful in body.

Another thread: Fortunately, while defeat could spell one's doom, her life is saved by a powerful stranger. Unfortunately for this savior, less-than-pure motives and shrewd family members mean her reward is a prison cell. Her release is prompt when the unseasoned warrior she saved, tired of her current lifestyle of nobility, sets off to prove herself.

As an action title, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by Arms, so the studio's house style defines how Queen's Blade: The Exiled Virgin looks and moves on screen. Within the action category, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. With a 6.2/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. It aired in 2009, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.