Nurarihyon no Mago: Sennen Makyou
Summary: Long before Rikuo Nura was born, the legendary youkai Nurarihyon, leader of a "Night Parade of One Hundred Demons," fell in love with a human woman. Though the two would initially find happiness, a threat from the terrifying fox-demon Hagoromo Gitsune would get in the way of their relationship.
In the present, Rikuo has taken his rightful place as the heir to the Nura Clan. While he has accepted his youkai side, he must continue to maintain the secret of youkai, a difficult task when faced with the Keikain onmyouji clan and his youkai-obsessed friend, Kiyotsugu. Even so, Rikuo will do what he must to protect those important to him.
The reappearance of the sinister Hagoromo Gitsune marks the start of Rikuo's most fearsome trial yet. The frightening creature bears a personal vendetta against his family and will stop at nothing to see her dream come to fruition. The world stands at a precipice, an all-out war that will drag Rikuo centerstage.
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Long before Rikuo Nura was born, the legendary youkai Nurarihyon, leader of a "Night Parade of One Hundred Demons," fell in love with a human woman. Though the two would initially find happiness, a threat from the terrifying fox-demon Hagoromo Gitsune would get in the way of their relationship.
In the present, Rikuo has taken his rightful place as the heir to the Nura Clan. While he has accepted his youkai side, he must continue to maintain the secret of youkai, a difficult task when faced with the Keikain onmyouji clan and his youkai-obsessed friend, Kiyotsugu. Even so, Rikuo will do what he must to protect those important to him.
The reappearance of the sinister Hagoromo Gitsune marks the start of Rikuo's most fearsome trial yet. The frightening creature bears a personal vendetta against his family and will stop at nothing to see her dream come to fruition. The world stands at a precipice, an all-out war that will drag Rikuo centerstage.
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Nurarihyon no Mago: Sennen Makyou — Long before Rikuo Nura was born, the legendary youkai Nurarihyon, leader of a "Night Parade of One Hundred Demons," fell in love with a human woman. This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.
Thematically, It sits firmly within Action, Supernatural conventions as a TV work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 7.92). This work explores character dynamics, tonal shifts, and the interplay between narrative ambition and execution. The story's pacing and tonal choices are crafted to complement the central ideas, often emphasizing atmosphere and emotional truth over explicit exposition. The show's ability to evoke a consistent mood — whether melancholic, exuberant, or contemplative — is a recurring strength, and the scenes are constructed so viewers can infer stakes without needing explicit spoilers.
Characterization is a core pillar here. Protagonists and supporting figures are written with distinct motivations and narrative roles; even when archetypal, the series invests in small behavioral details that make choices feel earned. Character arcs are handled with an eye for gradualism: development often arrives through incremental beats rather than abrupt, expository shifts. The interactions between characters create texture, and relationships are used to illuminate both personal flaws and larger thematic concerns.
On the visual front, production values play a significant role. The animation quality varies by sequence but frequently showcases thoughtful direction and composition. Background art, framing, and color palettes are used deliberately to support tone — quieter scenes favor muted palettes while action or heightened emotional beats employ brighter, more kinetic visuals. Direction choices, such as camera movement and shot selection, often elevate scenes beyond their raw script, creating moments that linger in the viewer's mind.
The soundscape — score, incidental music, and sound design — complements the visual language. Music cues are placed to maximize emotional resonance without manipulating the audience with melodrama; this restraint often leads to more authentic emotional payoff. Sound design punctuates key moments, and when the series leans on silence, those quieter moments are given weight by measured audio choices.
Pacing and structure are handled with craft. Episodes are arranged to build tension and release methodically, and the narrative rarely rushes through important emotional beats. That said, the deliberate pacing may feel slow to viewers who prefer faster plot turnover; the reward is greater nuance and an accumulation of meaning across the series. Accessibility is generally good — one can appreciate surface-level pleasures, while repeat or attentive viewing reveals additional layers.
No title is without flaws. Occasional unevenness in subplots or variable animation across episodes can be distracting. Some tonal shifts might feel abrupt if you expect uniformity; others will argue that those shifts are purposeful. These are worth noting, but they seldom undercut the larger achievements of the work.
In sum, Nurarihyon no Mago: Sennen Makyou offers a rich experience for viewers who value character-driven storytelling, considered visual design, and a soundtrack that supports rather than overwhelms. For fans of Action, Supernatural, this is an especially rewarding watch. It's recommended for those who appreciate layered narratives and artistry in animation, and best approached with patience and attention to nuance.
Characters & Voice Actors
Keikain, Yura
Main
Ruff, Michelle
English
Keikain, Yura
Main
Maeda, Ai
Japanese
Nura, Rikuo
Main
Ruff, Michelle
English
Nura, Rikuo
Main
Fukuyama, Jun
Japanese
Nura, Rikuo
Main
Kitamura, Eri
Japanese
Nura, Rikuo
Main
George, Grant
English
Nura, Rikuo
Main
Guilbeau, Darrel
English
Oikawa, Tsurara
Main
Horie, Yui
Japanese
Oikawa, Tsurara
Main
Morris, Cassandra Lee
English
Abe no Seimei
Supporting
Takeuchi, Junko
Japanese
Abe no Seimei
Supporting
Koyama, Rikiya
Japanese
Abe no Seimei
Supporting
Valenzuela, Cristina
English
Abe no Seimei
Supporting
Connolly, Kevin M.
English
Akagappa
Supporting
Price, Jamieson
English
Akagappa
Supporting
Miyauchi, Atsushi
Japanese
Amezou
Supporting
Mizushima, Daichuu
Japanese
Amezou
Supporting
Oliver, Tony
English
Aotabou
Supporting
Yasumoto, Hiroki
Japanese
Aotabou
Supporting
Hebert, Kyle
English
Asajigahara no Kijo
SupportingStaff
Iijima, Kouji
Producer
Oowada, Tomoyuki
Producer
Shinozaki, Shinya
Producer
Takatori, Masashi
Producer
Yonekura, Yoshihito
Producer
Fukuda, Michio
Director
Gouda, Hozumi
Sound Director
Abe, Tatsuya
Episode Director
Fujiwara, Yoshiyuki
Episode Director, Storyboard
Ikeda, Shigetaka
Episode Director
Nakayama, Atsushi
Episode Director
Usui, Fumiaki
Episode Director, Animation Director
Koyasu, Hideaki
Script, Series Composition
Kanasaki, Takaomi
Storyboard
Kojima, Masao
Storyboard
Oohata, Kouichi
Storyboard
Katate Size
Theme Song Performance
LM.C
Theme Song Arrangement, Theme Song Lyrics, Theme Song Performance, Theme Song Composition
Tsunami, Kouhei
Theme Song Composition, Theme Song Arrangement
Adachi, Satoshi
Planning