Hero Tales English Sub & Dub

About Hero Tales

Looking for background on Hero Tales (Juushin Enbu: Hero Tales)? This action, fantasy and shounen series by Studio Flag (2007) starts out like this. In short: For citizens of the Ken Empire, justice is a myth. Lord Keiro, the deranged Shogun of the Imperial Army, blazes a trail of terror across the countryside in search of the sacred sword that will make him a god.

More of the story: Standing in his way is Taito, an omnipotent star reborn in human form—a young hero who vows to use his celestial strength to avenge those slaughtered by the villainous Shogun. Taito's mystical gifts steer him toward a violent showdown with Keiro, and if used recklessly, his newfound abilities could shred the very fabric of his being. To master the art of control and become a heroic martial artist, Taito must seek the guidance of others like him: the seven star-born warriors with the strength to shatter a corrupt empire.

With action at the core, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. If you count yourself among viewers who like fast, high-impact fights, put it on your list.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by Studio Flag, so the studio's house style defines how Hero Tales looks and moves on screen. Because it leans on action, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. With a 6.9/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. It aired in 2007, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.