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Watching the first episode I was immediately impressed. There aren't many anime out there that start right off with a fight and are successful. Just from the first five minutes you get a glimpse of the setting where the whole anime takes place. Enormous dome-like cities walking on mechanical spider-like legs in a desolate desert wasteland which is populated by some alien creatures that lurk around and threaten the very existence of human kind. It is evident that average humans are no match for these creatures, as some of them are half the size of the domes. On top of that, three heroes called Heavens-Blades show up and start ravaging the beast to shreds.

The plot continues a few years later focusing on a mysterious skilled fighter called Layfon Alseif who just arrived at one of the dome-like cities. In the first three minutes when this guy makes an appearance it is evident that he's one of those Awesome-Main-Characters. Showing incredible strength backfires and he is pulled into the military- the one place where he didn't want to return to.

Art & Animation:

The animation is just awesome. Beautiful scenery, a lot of movement with flashy action scenes creates a very high overall impression.

Sound:

The music in suspense and fight scenes fits perfectly. The opening is one of the best anime openings I've heard. Other sounds such as explosions, cutting, sword clashing etc., are quite decent and it didn't feel like something was missing.

Story: Although incomplete with a lot of plot holes, the idea itself, from my perspective, is very unique and every episode was a real treat to watch, always wanting to know more, but never quite getting your curiosity satisfied.Characters: Although all characters are fairly unique and interesting, the focus is on the main character. There is a huge contrast between the main character and other side characters in terms of their development. That said, character development is average at best. The characters that the viewer is most interested in are the ones left in the dark. Without a second season it seems like a lot of wasted potential.  Value: This is one of those anime where everyone depends on the main character and everything depends on his actions. Everyone likes heroes. Especially if they are as successful and badass as Layfon Alseif.

Enjoyment:

From my part the overall enjoyment overshadows any discrepancies that the story or characters may have posed, leaving me crave for more. I would definitely recommend this as a must-see anime to anyone who enjoys overpowered main characters and action, without being irritated at the lack of explanation for the plot.

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Blood Lad explores how the usual vampire infatuation/romance story can be turned into a  lightweight action comedy. Blood Charlie Staz, the main character, meets a human girl ; Yanagi Fuyumi, who wandered into the demon world through an abandoned Demon Gate. Staz is instantly infatuated, since she comes from Japan, even more so due to the fact that he is insanely obsessed by Japanese culture.  

While his turf in the demon world is invaded, Fuyumi is killed by a demon that snuck past. Staz swears on his otaku honor to bring Fuyumi back to life so he can suck her human blood.

Yanagi Fuyumi dead X_x

Although the anime was a bit short (as I stated in my comment), it was a great enough watch that I'm writing this quick review. I felt the show excelled with what it tried to accomplish, a lightweight action comedy with a oh-so-cliché story. Usually vampires tend to be all sparkly and shit, Staz is just a sleep deprived all otaku obsessed with being awesome and lazy. I thoroughly enjoyed all the parodies (KAAAMEEEHAAA... lol).

The show was really well drawn, highlighting whatever needs to be with a more refined style than the rest, comedic impression was great. Special effects was so over the top that it felt more in line with Gurren Lagann. Lots of explosions and pointless auras. Tthe effects, music and voice acting blended pretty well, feeling quite polished. In tandem with the great visuals, it was a pleasure on the ears and eyes.

Taking the normal cliche vampire story, turning it into a rollercoaster like this, really requires some skill, even though the events feel quite random, in the end it all makes sense. Staz's brother seems to be quite the mastermind, after 10 episodes it does leave quite a big hole for a continuation, especially since the actual story seems chaotic as hell (pun purururin pun).

Although quite a few characters make up the main cast, I only seem to recall a handful of proper memorable characters. Even though Staz's brother played a very prominent role, he felt quite lacking as such an important character. Staz on the other hand, always in the spotlight, feels like he didn't change much except getting some vampire kung-fu (would've guessed he already had most of it from the start, makes you wonder). Most of the characters only develop some attachment to others, respect, love, but almost none of them experience any significant change in their personalities.

Yanagi Fuyumi le'pose

Staz having fun with DBZ

Blood T Liz

It was a great watch inbetween the usuals coming out right now (cough, school life, cough), it felt lacking due to being so short. Almost felt unfinished. If you're into light action comedies, this is for you. If you enjoy over the top attacks and ridiculous twists, give Blood Lad a ago, you'll end up waiting for the sequel like me (hopefully there is one!)