The Shinsengumi

Shinsengumi
新選組

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In Kyoto, in the late 1800s, the son of a local book-binder, Kyujuro Fukakusa sees his father murdered before his eyes and vows revenge. In his quest for justice, he answers the recruitment call of the Shinsengumi (or "The new squad") a newly-formed special brigade of samurai loyal to the shogun. There he meets fellow recruit and proficient swordsmen, the enigmatic Daisuke Kamakiri. Despite the gap in their fighting skill levels, the two forma close bond, but can it survive the age of upheaval that is descending on "The Wolves of Mibu?" (Source: eManga)

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Genres
Action Drama Historical
Audience Demographics
Male Oriented Shounen
Occupations
Samurai Swordsman
Themes
Historical Persons
Time Period > Period Piece
Late Modern & Contemporary 19th Century
Settings
Historical Setting
Character Types
Cast Primarily Male Cast
Work Info
Art Style Chibi