Like the Clouds, Like the Wind English Sub & Dub

About Like the Clouds, Like the Wind

Like the Clouds, Like the Wind (雲のように風のように) blends action, adventure and drama by Studio Pierrot (1990). Below is a fresh retelling of what the story is about. At its core: The country of Sokan is in turmoil. Following the death of the Emperor, a strength struggle over the line of succession ensues.

Soon after, to cement the crown prince's rule, he needs to find a suitable bride. So, the hunt for a new empress begins! Ginga is a straightforward, lively country girl who joins the competition for the emperor's hand.

With action at the core, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Voice work is led by Ryouko Sano as Ginga and Emiya Ichikawa as Koryuun. This one is best suited to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. With 1 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

Studio Pierrot is the studio behind Like the Clouds, Like the Wind, and its direction shapes everything from character design to motion. Within the action category, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. With a 6.4/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. On the casting side, Ryouko Sano voicing Ginga gives the lead role a recognizable voice. Released in 1990, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.