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

About Queen's Blade: The Exiled Virgin

Here is what Queen's Blade: The Exiled Virgin (クイーンズブレイド 流浪の戦士) is about, retold in plain terms: an action, adventure and ecchi anime by ARMS (2009). What the story covers: 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.

Next up: Fortunately, while defeat could spell one's doom, her life is saved by a powerful 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. At 12 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by ARMS, so the studio's house style defines how Queen's Blade: The Exiled Virgin looks and moves on screen. 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. On the casting side, Atsuko Tanaka voicing Claudette Vance gives the lead role a recognizable voice. It aired in 2009, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.