Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas (season 1+season 2) English Sub & Dub

About Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas (season 1+season 2)

If you are hunting for a new action series, Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas (season 1+season 2) (Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas - Meiou Shinwa) deserves a look (2009). The setup goes like this. What the story covers: A Holy War, from ancient mythology, where the Goddess Athena and Hades have fought against each other while defending the earth repeatedly over the span of 200 years. The story takes place in 18th century Europe, 243 years prior to the original "Saint Seiya" Three small children, Tenma, Alone, and Sasha have all shared a very happy childhood together.

Next up: Tenma who is quite aggressive but upstanding has moved to Sanctuary to become a saint. It is there that he is reunited with Sasha who is the sister of Alone and learns that she is the reincarnation of Goddess Athena. Alone, who is kind, gentle and loves painting was chosen for the body of adversary King Hades.

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 TMS Entertainment, so the studio's house style defines how Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas (season 1+season 2) looks and moves on screen. Within the action category, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Viewers rate it 8.0/10, which signals strong word of mouth. It aired in 2009, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.