Samurai Spirits 2

About Samurai Spirits 2

Here is what Samurai Spirits 2 (SAMURAI SPIRITS 2 〜アスラ斬魔伝〜) is about, retold in plain terms: an action and fantasy anime by Ajiado (1999). The premise: One hundred years after their deaths at the hands of a former colleage, six legendary holy warriors are reborn to seek justice against the teammate who betrayed them into the hands of an evil god. Based upon one of the most popular video games of all time, Samurai Shodown is a sprawling feature-length saga of reincarnation and revenge, featuring some of the most spectacular battle sequences ever animated!

Also worth knowing: Join Charlotte, Wan Fu, Nakoruru, Galford and Tamtam as they search the feudal province of Edo questing for their lost comrade, Haohmaru, and their sworn nemesis Shirou Amakusa. Will the followers of the divine light triumph over the forces of the dark, or is the course of history destined to repeat itself? Before their hundred-year quest has ended, six samurai will prove that the only thing stronger than their holy blades is the steel of their wills!

With action at the core, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. At 2 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by Ajiado, so the studio's house style defines how Samurai Spirits 2 looks and moves on screen. Because it leans on action, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. With a 5.7/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. It aired in 1999, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.