Brave 10
Brave 10 is a manga series by Kairi Shimotsuki, serialized in Media Factory's Comic Flapper from 2007 to 2010. The series was resumed on June 15, 2011 and retitled Brave 10 Spiral, better known as Brave 10 S, serialized in Monthly Comic Gene. An anime adaptation by Studio Sakimakura and TMS Entertainment began airing on January 8, 2012. The original manga series is licensed by Tokyopop, though no volumes have been released as of 2012. The series is based on the legendary Sanada Ten Braves, a group of ninja that assisted warlord Sanada Yukimura during the Sengoku period of Japan. The series had been licensed for streaming on Crunchyroll.
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Plot Summary
In the Sengoku period, the Iga ninja Saizo is tasked with assassinating Isanami, a noblewoman from the Hidden Village of the Kai. However, upon meeting her, he discovers she possesses a mysterious power that makes her a target for many factions. Saizo, along with a group of ten legendary ninja known as the 'Brave 10', must protect Isanami and uncover the truth behind her abilities and the escalating conflicts of the era.
Critical Reception
Brave 10 received a mixed to positive reception, often praised for its action sequences and character designs, but criticized for its pacing and a somewhat convoluted plot. Audiences generally enjoyed the blend of historical fantasy and supernatural elements, though some found the adaptation rushed compared to the manga.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its dynamic animation and well-choreographed fight scenes.
- Appreciated for its intriguing premise involving historical ninja and supernatural powers.
- Some viewers found the narrative to be rushed and difficult to follow at times.
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Fun Fact
The anime series is an adaptation of the manga of the same name by Kairi Shimotsuki, which itself is loosely based on a historical novel and folktales surrounding the legendary ten Sanada retainers.
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