Blood-C

Jizo Children

Blood-C is a Japanese anime television series co-produced by Production I.G and CLAMP. It is part of the Blood franchise that began with the 2000 film Blood: The Last Vampire. Blood-C was directed by Tsutomu Mizushima and written by Nanase Ohkawa of CLAMP. The series features character designs by CLAMP and music by Naoki Satō. It aired in Japan between July and September 2011.

Plot

Blood-C follows the story of Saya Kisaragi, a seemingly normal girl living in a shrine with her father, Tadayoshi. By day, Saya attends school and spends time with her friends. By night, she assumes the role of a guardian, protecting her village from Elder Bairns, ancient creatures that feed on humans. As the series progresses, Saya begins to uncover disturbing truths about her past, her family, and the very nature of the Elder Bairns. The series is known for its graphic violence and mystery elements, as Saya's quest for the truth leads her to question everything she has been taught to believe.

Characters

• Saya Kisaragi - The protagonist, a skilled swordswoman with a mysterious past.
• Tadayoshi Kisaragi - Saya's father and the head priest of their shrine.
• Fumito Nanahara - The owner of a local café where Saya often eats. He plays a significant role in the series' plot.
• Yūka Amino - One of Saya's school friends, who becomes involved in the supernatural events surrounding Saya.
• Itsuki Tomofusa - A classmate of Saya's with a keen interest in the supernatural.

Production

The collaboration between Production I.G and CLAMP for Blood-C was announced in 2011. The series marked a new direction for the Blood franchise, with CLAMP being responsible for the story and character designs. This partnership aimed to blend CLAMP's unique style with the dark themes of the Blood series. The music for the series was composed by Naoki Satō, adding to the atmospheric and suspenseful tone of the anime.

Reception

Blood-C received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. Some praised the series for its animation quality and the intriguing mystery surrounding its plot. However, others criticized it for its excessive violence and perceived lack of coherent storytelling. Despite the mixed reception, Blood-C has garnered a dedicated fanbase and has contributed to the expansion of the Blood franchise, including a manga adaptation and a sequel film, Blood-C: The Last Dark.

Legacy

Blood-C has left a lasting impact on the Blood franchise, introducing new characters and themes while maintaining the series' tradition of exploring the dark and violent side of humanity. The series has also been noted for its exploration of themes such as identity, memory, and the nature of evil.