BASTARD‼ -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy- (2022)

Name: BASTARD‼ -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy-
Rating: 7.5

TV-MA — Mature Audiences

Rating: 7.5

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Synopsis

When evil forces threaten to resurrect Anthrasax, the God of Destruction, the Kingdom of Meta-llicana calls on a volatile dark wizard for help.

First Air Date: 2022-06-30

Last Air Date: 2023-07-31

Number of Seasons: 2

Number of Episodes: 39

Networks: Netflix

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Top Cast

Kisho Taniyama as Dark Schneider (voice)
Tomori Kusunoki as Tia Noto Yoko (voice)
Hiroki Yasumoto as Gara (voice)
Yoko Hikasa as Arshes Nei (voice)
Kanae Itou as Lucien Renlen (voice)
Tomokazu Sugita as Abigail (voice)
Kensho Ono as Kall-Su (voice)
Nao Toyama as Sheila Tuel Meta-llicana (voice)
Yoshitsugu Matsuoka as Lars Ul (voice)
Hisashi Izumi as Geo Noto Soto (voice)

Seasons

None (2022)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: The Arrival (2022-06-30)

As the Dark Rebel Army closes in, the Kingdom of Meta-llicana falls to its knees. Its only hope lies in awakening a powerful but evil sorcerer.
Ep. 2: Rampage (2022-06-30)

Left with no other option, Yoko revives Dark Schneider once again when a terrifying multiheaded monster attacks the Kingdom of Meta-llicana.
Ep. 3: Abduction (2022-06-30)

The first of four seals that contain the God of Destruction breaks. As a crisis looms in sight, Yoko grapples with conflicting emotions.
Ep. 4: Invasion (2022-06-30)

Sheila and Dark Schneider set out to free Yoko, whose captor threatens to torment her unless she discloses how she unseals the powerful wizard.
Ep. 5: Showdown (2022-06-30)

The demon god Efreet unleashes deadly flames, and Dark Schneider must find a way out in order to save Yoko.
Ep. 6: Destiny (2022-06-30)

Outraged by Dark Schneider's success, Kall-Su orders Arshes Nei, a half-dark elf, to put an end to the reincarnated wizard before he grows too strong.
Ep. 7: The Demon Beast (2022-06-30)

Arshes Nei sends sorcerer Kai Harn to defeat Dark Schneider, who uses High Ancient Magic to try to turn him into a stone statue.
Ep. 8: The Progenitor (2022-06-30)

Lucien reunites with Yoko in the forest, but they are soon attacked by a Werewolf soldier working for Count Di-amon, a powerful vampire.
Ep. 9: Blue Nail (2022-06-30)

While Dark Schneider struggles to break free from captivity, Yoko, Kai Harn and Sean Ari fend for themselves against Di-amon.
Ep. 10: The Goddess of Thunder (2022-06-30)

The remaining members of the Divine Kings gather and vow to eliminate Dark Schneider. Abigail tests Arshes Nei's loyalty to their mission.
Ep. 11: Prophecy (2022-06-30)

Dark Schneider and Arshes Nei reunite for the first time since his reincarnation. Baba, an old woman with prophetic powers, has an alarming vision.
Ep. 12: Life or Death (2022-06-30)

Arshes Nei unleashes a surprise attack on the castle, getting the upper hand in her battle against a disarmed adversary.
Ep. 13: Wavering (2022-06-30)

Nearly equal in strength, two opponents ratchet up the rapidly escalating fight. Meanwhile, the warriors struggle with their emotions.
Ep. 14: Moved to Tears (2022-09-15)

After Dark Schneider's sacrifice, his allies grieve a major loss. Meanwhile, Kall-Su and Abigail’s Army of Decay continue to wreak havoc.
Ep. 15: Triumphant Return (2022-09-15)

Arshes and Gara face-off against Lynch but realize they are no match against the ruthless creature. Abigail receives word of Dark Schneider’s return.
Ep. 16: Incantation (2022-09-15)

With his newfound strength, Dark Schneider attempts to face Vivian — a Devil Mace-wielding cyclops fueled by Anthrasax’s immense power — all on his own.
Ep. 17: Ring (2022-09-15)

Lich reaches Meta-llicana, seeking vengeance against Dark Schneider. The two face off but Arshes notices that something is off.
Ep. 18: Secrets of the Sword (2022-09-15)

Yoko fearlessly stands up against Abigail. Facing Lich alone, Gara’s only chance of survival is to use the full potential of the Murasame Blade.
Ep. 19: Empress of Thunder (2022-09-15)

Sensing danger, Arshes heads to Meta-llicana Castle and stops Abigail in his tracks when he sets out to collect the last seal.
Ep. 20: Tyranny (2022-09-15)

After learning the secret of the final seal, Dark Schneider agrees to protect Sheila. Abigail reveals his true self and turns the tables on Arshes Nei.
Ep. 21: Fierce Battle (2022-09-15)

Dark Schneider puts up a good fight against the evolved Abigail, but things take a turn for the worst when the dark wizard’s plan backfires.
Ep. 22: Conclusion (2022-09-15)

The castle walls crumble with the full force of Dark Schneider’s Helloween spell, but Abigail seems unaffected. Arshes swoops in to assist her lover.
Ep. 23: Annihilation (2022-09-15)

Arshes and Gara stand up to Abigail but are in no condition to fight. Abigail preys on Dark Schneider’s ultimate weakness.
Ep. 24: End (2022-09-15)

As Abigail taunts Dark Schneider for possessing a human heart, fire spirits come to the rescue and assist the wizard in one final battle.