ASSASSINS PRIDE
In the world only the aristocrats have the power to fight the monster - mana. Even though Melida Angel was born in an aristocracy and studies at an academy developing mana users, she has no mana. To find her talent for mana, Kufa Vampir was sent to be her tutor but at the same time, he was ordered to assassinate her if she has no talent for mana. He makes a cruel decision to assassinate her because he thinks that it is a wasted effort that people who have not any mana are working hard in this world... However, he asks her, "Do you want to try to entrust your life to me?" He is not as an assassin nor a tutor. He is someone betting on his pride as an assassin tutor, to show the world what Melida is capable of!
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Plot Summary
In a world where mana is essential for survival and nobility is determined by mana, Kufa Vampir is sent to an academy on the island of Tolumbia. His mission is to tutor the young noble, Melida Angel, and if she proves to have no talent for mana, he is tasked with assassinating her. Kufa, a vampire, senses a hidden potential within Melida, despite her lack of visible mana.
Critical Reception
Assassins Pride received a mixed to negative reception. While some viewers appreciated the fantasy setting and character designs, many criticized the predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and pacing issues. The anime adaptation was often seen as failing to fully realize the potential of its source material.
What Reviewers Say
- The anime's world-building and character designs are visually appealing.
- Plot progression is often predictable and suffers from pacing problems.
- Character development feels rushed, leading to a lack of emotional investment.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Assassins Pride are generally lukewarm, with many finding the story and characters to be uninspired. Some viewers enjoyed the action sequences and the supernatural elements, but the overall sentiment points to a disappointing experience due to a weak narrative and underdeveloped characters.
Fun Fact
The anime is based on a light novel series written by Kei Amasawa and illustrated by Tomomi Usuba, which began publication in 2016.
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