Ikki Tousen: Extravaganza Epoch

About Ikki Tousen: Extravaganza Epoch

If you are hunting for a new action series, Ikki Tousen: Extravaganza Epoch (一騎当千 Extravaganza Epoch) deserves a look (2014). The setup goes like this. The setup: Kansai fighters have begun raiding the Kanto area in order to pillage sacred beads. As members of all three of the main schools come under attack, Ryuubi and friends try to figure out a solution that results in the fewest casualties.

In an action series like this, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Hakufu Sonsaku (Masumi Asano) and Koukin Shuuyu (Satoshi Hino) are two of the characters you will meet early.

Think of it as a pick for viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. With 2 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by ARMS, so the studio's house style defines how Ikki Tousen: Extravaganza Epoch looks and moves on screen. Within the action category, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Its 6.1/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. Voice casting, including Masumi Asano as Hakufu Sonsaku, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. It aired in 2014, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.