Hakuouki Hekketsu-Roku: The second part of the Hakuouki series

Written by Little_Wolf-18 on December 5, 2011 at 5:01 AM

I know that this is meant to be the second part of the Hakuouki series, but nonetheless the full series can be found in better quality under the title of the first part: http://anime-access.com/anime/H/Hakuouki_Shinsengumi_Kitan_%28TV%29

Seeing as I watched both parts of the series in one go, it's pretty hard to rate only one part of them, especially since I only just noticed that this part is up separately. I'm giving you a note on the series as a whole:
Despite the story being based on Japanese 19th century history, you don’t need much background to understand what is going on. The plot’s fast-paced but steady without plot holes. The first few episodes move a little slowly, but it picks up pace when you see what has been going on all the time. Genrewise, there’s history and politics mixed with action, mystery, suspense, supernatural, friendship, romance, and humour.
Characters: lots of bishounen (*insert fangirl squeal*) but everyone with an individual personality and style.
Dialogues: Partly really funny, especially with the characters teasing each other :D
Animation is top-notch, no complaints. Fights are realistic, and the colours are something to behold. However, there is some blood, so it's probably nothing for kids.
"Hakuouki" might be leaning towards shoujo genre but has plenty fights and blood for anyone who prefers that. I'd definitely recommend giving it a watch as long as you're into samurai anime with a touch of supernaturalism, some emotionality and a real, decent plot. Although you might disagree if history bores you to no end.

For my full review, please visit http://anime-access.com/anime/H/Hakuouki_Shinsengumi_Kitan_%28TV%29/reviews/id/15688#review. Thank you.