In the realm of animated series, a notable hiccup occurred recently with the highly anticipated show “Sword of the Demon Hunter Kijin Gentosho,” based on Moto’o Nakanishi’s novel series. Streaming service HIDIVE aired an incomplete version of episode 21 of Season 1, the current series, on Sunday due to scheduling constraints and challenges with global simultaneous release. The episode that aired was missing crucial frames, filters, and essential graphic effects.
The key visual for the Bakumatsu arc of “Sword of the Demon Hunter Kijin Gentosho.”
As of Monday, HIDIVE has confirmed that the complete and final version of the episode will be streamed as soon as possible. The streaming service further elaborated on the situation in an official statement:
On Sunday, HIDIVE broadcasted the latest installment of the highly-regarded supernatural historical series, “Sword of the Demon Hunter Kijin Gentosho” (Season 1, Part 2). To adhere to our scheduled release of simulcasts for our dedicated viewers, we were provided an interim version of the episode to meet the set timetable. HIDIVE is deeply committed to delivering top-notch content, and we are diligently working to ensure that the completed episode arrives swiftly for our subscribers.
The Bakumatsu arc of “Sword of the Demon Hunter” initiated its run on July 14 and promises to immerses fans further into the rich narrative of the series.
The anime began its broadcast with a special one-hour premiere episode on Tokyo MX on March 3. Subsequently, it aired on BS Fuji and MBS on April 1. The show shifted to its regular time slots starting with the second episode on April 7 at 12 midnight JST (effectively on April 8) on Tokyo MX, followed by MBS and BS Fuji on April 8. The series is set to run through two consecutive cours (each quarter of a year).
HIDIVE is the platform responsible for streaming the anime, with episodes being released every Monday at 11:00 AM EDT.
The anime adapts Moto’o Nakanishi’s novel “Sword of the Demon Hunter Kijin Gentosho,” initially delayed from its original July 2024 debut due to production setbacks. The story follows young Jinta and his sister who, after fleeing their home, find refuge in a mountain village. Growing up, Jinta becomes a formidable swordsman, tasked with protecting a village priestess. The narrative follows his mission to slay a demon threatening the shrine, leading to a captivating journey across time as he confronts the creature and grapples with his own inner darkness.
Three actors bring key characters to life: Taku Yashiro as Jinta, Reina Ueda as Suzune, and Saori Hayami as Shirayuki. At the helm of the animation project is director Kazuya Aiura, known for his work on “Assassins Pride” and other series. Screenplays are overseen by Deko Akao, with character designs by Tarou Ikegami. Music for the anime is composed by Ryuuichi Takada, Keiichi Hirokawa, and Kuniyuki Takahashi from MONACA. The ending theme song, “Sen-ya Ichi-ya feat. Izumi Nakasone (HY),” is performed by the duo Hilcrhyme.
Hilcrhyme. The structural and artistic foundation for the series is provided by publisher Futabasha, which releases the manga adaptation by Yu Satomi.
The series is a rich tapestry of historical fantasy, blending swordsmanship, spiritual elements, and intriguing plot twists. Fans of such content will find “Sword of the Demon Hunter” vibrantly engaging and deeply resonant.
News Source: Animenewsnetwork.com
