Casshern Sins

Casshern Sins

2008
Casshern Sins
Casshern Sins

Casshern Sins

7 | TV-MA | en | Animation

After the murder of Luna, the robot society that rules the planet starts to rust and decay. Death and despair spread through the land like wildfire. The only one unaffected by the affliction that becomes known as "The Ruin" is Luna's assassin, Casshern. Unable to remember if he really triggered this capital sin against the entire mechanized civilization, Casshern embarks on a journey to unravel the mystery that connects him, Luna, and the plague.

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Seasons & Episodes

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EP24  To the Wandering, Blooming Flowers
Mar. 15,2009
To the Wandering, Blooming Flowers

Casshern and his friends enjoy the peace of their new lives until the Ruin destroys their happiness. Driven by grief, Casshern sets out to settle the score with Braiking Boss - and issue a warning to Luna.

EP23  Those Who Return
Mar. 08,2009
Those Who Return

Casshern and Dio continue their epic final battle. Although only one will survive, they’ve embraced the chilling reality that fighting is the sole purpose of their tragic existence.

EP22  A Drop Called Eternity
Mar. 02,2009
A Drop Called Eternity

Leda tries to convince Dio to accept Luna’s healing, but eternal life is no longer his obsession. Dio now lives only to fight Casshern - even if their battle ends in his own destruction.

EP21  The Paradise of Lost Hope
Feb. 23,2009
The Paradise of Lost Hope

Luna asks Casshern to serve as her new guardian; Lyuze and Ringo lose faith in the promise of salvation; and Ohji returns with disturbing revelations about the Sun Who Was Called Moon.

EP20  For Whom do the Flowers Bloom?
Feb. 16,2009
For Whom do the Flowers Bloom?

Casshern, Lyuze, and Ringo finally reach Luna’s castle, where they find countless robots hoping to be spared from the Ruin. Dune is among their ranks, but Luna’s treatment of her former protector is shocking.

EP19  Believe in the Flower that Lives in your Heart
Feb. 09,2009
Believe in the Flower that Lives in your Heart

Lyuze sees the frightening reflection of her own mortality in the visage of a defiant female warrior who refuses to go gently into that dark Ruin.

EP18  The Time I've Lived and the Time I Have Left
Feb. 02,2009
The Time I've Lived and the Time I Have Left

Lyuze’s psyche is bombarded by a labyrinthine barrage of illusions. Her nightmarish journey leads to a shocking discovery about her true feelings for Casshern.

EP17  The Glass Cradle
Jan. 25,2009
The Glass Cradle

Casshern and his traveling companions befriend three children claiming to be descendents of Luna. When the youngsters are attacked by Leda, Casshern risks his own life to protect them.

EP16  For the Strength to Believe
Jan. 21,2008
For the Strength to Believe

During a rare moment of peace, Casshern presses Ohji for the story of Ringo’s origins. Elsewhere, Dio and Leda cross paths with two deadly robots that were once the strongest of their kind.

EP15  The God of Death, Dune
Jan. 14,2009
The God of Death, Dune

Despite his ragged condition, Dune continues his search for Luna. The robot once feared as the “God of Death” is ceaseless in his quest, but a rematch with Casshern puts his dream of a reunion on hold.

EP14  The Truth Illuminates the Darkness
Jan. 07,2009
The Truth Illuminates the Darkness

Ringo’s attempt to comfort Casshern leads her into a deadly trap. Ohji is quick to come to her rescue, but for them both to escape alive, Casshern must fight Dio as Braiking Boss looks on.

EP13  The Past Rises Before My Eyes
Dec. 24,2008
The Past Rises Before My Eyes

Dying robots far and wide herald the saving grace of Luna. Meanwhile, Lyuze is disturbed to notice that Ringo has begun to rust, and Casshern is confronted by the monster who ordered him to Ruin the world.

EP12  Turn the Time Lived to Color
Oct. 17,2008
Turn the Time Lived to Color

The search for Luna leads Casshern and Friender to Margo, an artist who refuses to let the Ruin destroy his spirit. Casshern finds inspiration in the artist’s vision, but there are those who would rather see him dead.

EP11  By One's Calling
Dec. 10,2008
By One's Calling

Friender receives help from a caravan of robots and humans after Casshern is trapped beneath falling debris. But when the canine’s new allies unearth the man who killed Luna, the situation takes a violent turn.

EP10  The Man Entrapped by the Past
Dec. 03,2008
The Man Entrapped by the Past

Dio’s mission to assemble a robot army is interrupted by the appearance of Dune, a formidable warrior who was once Luna’s bodyguard. Elsewhere, Casshern continues his search for Luna.

EP9  The Flower That Blooms in the Valley of Ruin
Nov. 26,2008
The Flower That Blooms in the Valley of Ruin

A rescue attempt by Casshern lands him at the bottom of a graveyard for abandoned robots. While a sweet - but simple - young girl tends to his wounds, Casshern hears whispers that Luna may still be alive.

EP8  A Hymn of Hope
Nov. 19,2008
A Hymn of Hope

A mesmerizing robotic songstress needs Casshern’s help to evade a hoard of murderous robots and bring hope to those who’ve thus far survived the Ruin.

EP7  The Woman of the Tall Tower
Nov. 12,2008
The Woman of the Tall Tower

Lizbell is obsessed with building a giant bell to remind the world that beauty still exists. She scavenges parts from decaying robots, and Casshern’s pristine body could be the final piece of the puzzle.

EP6  Reunion with Fate
Nov. 05,2008
Reunion with Fate

Casshern desperately seeks to unravel the mystery of his dark past. An altercation with Dio, his robotic mirror image, could provide answers to his many questions - or at least get him killed.

EP5  The Man Who Killed the Sun Named Moon
Oct. 29,2008
The Man Who Killed the Sun Named Moon

Lyuze reveals her reason for hating Casshern, who offers her a chance for revenge. When robotic bandits attack Ringo and Ohji, Casshern comes to their rescue, but his rampage terrifies those he hopes to save.

EP4  The Angel of Ruin
Oct. 22,2008
The Angel of Ruin

Beautiful Sophita is feared by robots who wish to live as long as their decaying bodies will allow. Fighting makes her feel alive, and Casshern’s special abilities make him a foe she could fight forever.

EP3  To the Ends of Agony
Oct. 15,2008
To the Ends of Agony

Akoes warns Casshern against a life spent running from the past. When Friender arrives to make the assassin pay for his sins, Casshern chooses a path that could terminate his own existence.

EP2  A World Replete with Death Throes
Oct. 08,2008
A World Replete with Death Throes

An encounter with the mysterious Lyuze offers Casshern a fragmented glimpse of his role in the Ruin. After stumbling upon a community of “dying” robots, he discovers the true depth of his infamy.

EP1  At the End of the World
Oct. 01,2008
At the End of the World

Casshern awakens to find his world reduced to a corrosive wasteland. Lost in a future he does not recognize, he struggles to stay a step ahead of those who wish death upon him.

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7 | TV-MA | en | Animation , Drama , Sci-Fi | More Info
Released: 2008-10-01 | Released Producted By: Madhouse , Country: Japan Budget: 0 Revenue: 0 Official Website:
Synopsis

After the murder of Luna, the robot society that rules the planet starts to rust and decay. Death and despair spread through the land like wildfire. The only one unaffected by the affliction that becomes known as "The Ruin" is Luna's assassin, Casshern. Unable to remember if he really triggered this capital sin against the entire mechanized civilization, Casshern embarks on a journey to unravel the mystery that connects him, Luna, and the plague.

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Cast

Toru Furuya

Director

Kohei Tanada

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azumapp ruin. That is all that is left in our world. As humans fade away, and robots rot into the dirt, those who are left cling to life. Casshern is the man who killed the sun, and the show goes on from that point. This story is mature. If your into shonen, this isn't for you. Its dark, gritty, and depressing. The story follows Casshern, as he regains his memories, and meets people who are affected by the Ruin, a plague that kills both humans and robots. The soundtrack fits the show very nicely, fitting the dark mood of the story very well. The dub is also very good, FUNimation clearly put their all into this dub, including Eric Vale, Brina Palencia, and Trina Nishimura, who did amazing jobs. The animation is splendid, as the character designs are beautiful and dark. The action scenes, and the coloring really bring out the tone, the backgrounds are dreary and depressing, fitting the tone, and it was done by Studio Madhouse, so nuff said.
Ash Blue Casshern Sins is probably one of the most philosophically heavy animes to date. It focuses primarily on why we live and for what purpose. This is done through a barrage of small stories throughout the series. The main story has a somewhat coherent plot on the same matter, but it often fails to explain what's going on and assumes you can make out details through inferred explanations (found myself rewinding here and there to catch various points).The worst thing I can say about the anime is it takes about 3 episodes to get going. Despite its flaws it has an amazing soundtrack, VERY memorable characters, and some truly spectacular stories to tell. If you aren't into heavily philosophical concepts this anime is not for you. For those who enjoy this kind of thing, you wont find anything quite like this out there.Please note that I haven't seen the originals, so my review is from a fresh perspective.
proteusphi The series follows Casshern in his journey to find himself and combat the Ruin, a devastation that causes his fellow robots to rust and die. An immortal killing machine, Casshern must watch everyone around him fade away. The Ruin began with the death of Luna; and rumor has it she was murdered by Casshern himself.It's a very nice setup with strong philosophical questions. I feel, however, that the series doesn't dive deep enough into the issue of immortality vs. death. It doesn't matter though because the stylized visuals, excellent voice acting, and ferocious action keep the audience entertained. Think about the series' plot and philosophical conclusions too long, however, and you'll be disappointed.I can't reveal anything, but let me say that after watching the whole series....it makes no sense. The plot has several glaring holes in it. It wouldn't be so bad, except character's actions and motivations HING on these plot holes. So their actions end up not making any sense either. The series concludes with nonsensical violence and philosophical posturing. Do any of these characters understand what's going on, or why they have to accomplish their strange goals? Do they even know what those goals are?? There's a strong theme of madness and desperation in the face of eternal death, but it's nothing anime viewers haven't witnessed (and better done) before. The ending is such a let down, and the main characters' motivations so nonsensical that the slow build up to the final climax hardly seems worth it. Don't get me wrong, there are genuinely insightful moments here and there. Opening sequences before the song and titles are helpful to fill in the mysterious back story, creating tension.But the series ending? Sorry, such nonsensical rubbish is a Sin (ho-ho! zinger!) 4 out of 10 for wasting my time.
Tweekums I didn't know anything about this series when I first saw that it could be viewed on Funimation's YouTube Channel and when I started watching it I thought it was going to be another 'fighting robot' anime which didn't appeal too much. I'm glad I didn't give up as it is far more than that. As the series begins we learn that Casshern is a robot who has lost his memory, other robots he meets tell him that he killed somebody called Luna and this caused something known as 'The Ruin'. This has caused everything in the world except for Casshern to decay. He also learns of a legend which states that whoever devours him will gain everlasting life, not surprisingly this leads to many confrontations. Most of these robots are quickly dispatched however there are several recurring characters; some friends, some foes and some who start out as foes but become friends. These characters include Lyuze whose sister was one of Luna's bodyguards, Ohji and Ringo, and elderly robot and a young girl and Dio, a robot much like Casshern but effected by the ruin.As the series progresses Casshern and the group travelling with him must overcome several dangers and eventually hear a rumour that Luna may still be alive! Of course this may just be a rumour but the must find out. One would expect a show full of robots fighting would be exciting and action packed; this however is very downbeat. This was largely down to the brilliant music which made the fighting seem futile rather than thrilling. It also made me think that main characters might not make it to the end of the series. The animation fitted the tone of the series, there wasn't as much character detail as there is with most series but they still conveyed real emotion and there was a constant sense of desolation provided by the backgrounds. There were some clichés; the main characters tend to look human and whenever one of them fought against the much larger, mechanical looking robots they win easily, they only really seem in danger when fighting each other.These comments are based on watching the series in Japanese with English subtitles.