Queen's Blade: The Exiled Virgin English Sub & Dub

About Queen's Blade: The Exiled Virgin

Meet Queen's Blade: The Exiled Virgin (クイーンズブレイド 流浪の戦士), an action, adventure and ecchi anime by ARMS (2009). Here is the premise in a nutshell. At its core: 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.

Also worth knowing: Fortunately, while defeat could spell one's doom, her life is saved by a formidable 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. Voice work is led by Atsuko Tanaka as Claudette Vance and Aya Hirano as Nanael. Think of it as a pick for viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. With 12 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with ARMS, which means the visual identity of Queen's Blade: The Exiled Virgin follows that studio's craft. Within the action category, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. With a 5.6/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. Voice casting, including Atsuko Tanaka as Claudette Vance, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. It aired in 2009, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.