Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas - Meiou Shinwa
Summary: A Holy War, from ancient mythology, where the Goddess Athena and Hades have fought against each other while defending the earth repeatedly over the span of 200 years. The story takes place in 18th century Europe, 243 years prior to the original "Saint Seiya" Three small children, Tenma, Alone, and Sasha have all shared a very happy childhood together. Tenma who is quite aggressive but upstanding has moved to Sanctuary to become a saint. It is there that he is reunited with Sasha who is the sister of Alone and learns that she is the reincarnation of Goddess Athena. Alone, who is kind, gentle and loves painting was chosen for the body of enemy King Hades. Tenma eventually becomes a saint of Pegasus and engages in a fierce battle with his best friend Alone, the King of Hades. Pegasus Tenma, King Hades, and the Goddess Athena and through the twist of their 3 fates merge together which unfolds a prologue to the original Saint Seiya.
(Source: TMS Entertaiment)
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A Holy War, from ancient mythology, where the Goddess Athena and Hades have fought against each other while defending the earth repeatedly over the span of 200 years. The story takes place in 18th century Europe, 243 years prior to the original "Saint Seiya" Three small children, Tenma, Alone, and Sasha have all shared a very happy childhood together. Tenma who is quite aggressive but upstanding has moved to Sanctuary to become a saint. It is there that he is reunited with Sasha who is the sister of Alone and learns that she is the reincarnation of Goddess Athena. Alone, who is kind, gentle and loves painting was chosen for the body of enemy King Hades. Tenma eventually becomes a saint of Pegasus and engages in a fierce battle with his best friend Alone, the King of Hades. Pegasus Tenma, King Hades, and the Goddess Athena and through the twist of their 3 fates merge together which unfolds a prologue to the original Saint Seiya.
(Source: TMS Entertaiment)
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Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas - Meiou Shinwa — A Holy War, from ancient mythology, where the Goddess Athena and Hades have fought against each other while defending the earth repeatedly over the span of 200 years. This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.
Thematically, It sits firmly within Action, Adventure, Fantasy conventions as a OVA work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 7.99). 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, Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas - Meiou Shinwa 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, Adventure, Fantasy, 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
Alone
Main
Shimono, Hiro
Japanese
Alone
Main
Castañeda, Arturo
Spanish
Alone
Main
Viola, Federico
Italian
Alone
Main
Borges, Silas
Portuguese (BR)
Alone
Main
Mills, Daman
English
Alone
Main
Sover, Yoann
French
Crane, Yuzuriha
Main
Kobayashi, Sanae
Japanese
Crane, Yuzuriha
Main
Keplmair, Tatiane
Portuguese (BR)
Crane, Yuzuriha
Main
Sorrentino, Katia
Italian
Crane, Yuzuriha
Main
Mendoza, Mireya
Spanish
Crane, Yuzuriha
Main
Sands, Tara
English
Crane, Yuzuriha
Main
Braillon, Delphine
French
Crane, Yuzuriha
Main
Barbará, Marta
Spanish
Pegasus, Tenma
Main
Kakihara, Tetsuya
Japanese
Pegasus, Tenma
Main
Emmanuel, Charles
Portuguese (BR)
Pegasus, Tenma
Main
Domingo, Paolo
French
Pegasus, Tenma
Main
Lupinacci, Simone
Italian
Pegasus, Tenma
Main
Gimeno, Manuel
Spanish
Pegasus, Tenma
Main
Pantoja, Arnie
English
Pegasus, Tenma
Main
Cataño, Arturo
Spanish
Staff
Nabeshima, Osamu
Director, Storyboard
Harada, Nana
Episode Director
Honda, Yasuyuki
Episode Director, Storyboard
Suga, Yoshiyuki
Script, Series Composition
Ochi, Kazuhiro
Storyboard
EUROX
Theme Song Performance, Theme Song Arrangement
Rossi, Rodrigo
Theme Song Performance
Abe, Nozomu
Key Animation
Abe, Rumi
2nd Key Animation
Aono, Atsushi
Animation Director
Aoyama, Masanobu
Key Animation
Banas, Christian
ADR Director
Emori, Mariko
Key Animation
Fukuda, Noriyuki
Assistant Animation Director, Key Animation, Animation Director
Furuzumi, Chiaki
Key Animation
Haberkorn, Todd
ADR Director
Hatano, Yoshitsugu
Animation Director
Horiuchi, Hiroyuki
Key Animation
Hosoi, Mieko
Key Animation
Inoue, Akiko
Digital Paint