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The Heroic Legend of Arslan

Arslan Senki (TV)

2015, TV, 25 eps, 74%, LIDENFILMS

Recommended by 5 The Elusive Samurai fans on AniList. Both have War, Swordplay.

The manga’s story: In the prosperous kingdom of Pars lies the Royal Capital of Ecbatana, a city of splendor and wonder, ruled by the undefeated and fearsome King Andragoras. Arslan is the young and curious prince of Pars who, despite his best efforts, doesn't seem to have what…

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Manga for fans of The Elusive Samurai

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About The Elusive Samurai

2024, TV, 12 eps, 77%, CloverWorks

In the year 1333, the Kamakura shogunate government comes crumbling down. A trusted vassal, Ashikaga Takauji, betrays the shogunate and organizes a rebellion. Houjou Tokiyuki, the rightful heir, escapes the massacre with a Shinto priest named Suwa Yorishige to Kamakura. On the run and fighting to stay alive, Tokiyuki sets in motion his plan to reclaim his birthright.

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