Tama s plea almost feels like the narrative itself begging its protagonist to wield his might with compassion and break down the cycle of violence that s led everyone else to desire power in the first place.
While Sengoku Youko isn t a groundbreaking animation showcase, its overall presentation is still a fantastic fit for the material, especially as we dig into the darker aspects of the setting in episode two.
What is this? The world is divided into two factions: humans and monsters called katawara. Despite being a katawara, Tama loves humans and vows to protect.
The director and producer discussed the challenges working on the Sengoku Youko anime, from finding just the right voice for a 200-year-old yōkai to tapping into their imaginations to bring Jinka s attacks to life.