Review of "Hyakuren no Haou to Seiyaku no Valkyria": A grand story and fascinating characters

The Hundred Knight and the Holy Knight of the Covenant - Hyakuren no Haouto to Seiyaku no Valkyria -

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

Light novel

■ Broadcast period

July 8, 2018 - September 23, 2018
1:30～

■Broadcasting station

TOKYO MX, BS11

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 12

■Original Story

Seiichi Takayama, Yuki

■ Director

Kobayashi Kosuke

■ Production

・Animation Production: EMT Squared

■Works

©Seiichi Takayama, Hobby Japan, Yggdrasil Partners

■Explanation

Suou Yuto, a modern-day boy, gets lost in Yggdrasil, a world at the dawn of war.
In this world of survival of the fittest, where countless clans fight for supremacy,
Armed with modern knowledge, Yuto had risen to the position of Patriarch, leading an army of several thousand at the age of just 16!
A boy who becomes king in another world and the beautiful Valkyries who pledge absolute loyalty to him through a cup of sake.
An exhilarating fantasy chronicle!!

■Cast

・Yuto Suo/Koudai Sakai/Felicia/Rie Suegara/Siegrune/Arisa Date/Ingrid/Maki Kawase/Linea/Kanae Takao/Albertina/Aoi Yuki/Christina/Ayana Taketatsu/Mizuki Shibaike/Aya Uchida

■ Main staff

Director: Kobayashi Kosuke Series Composition: Takahashi Natsuko Character Design: Ito Mariko Chief Animation Director: Ito Mariko, Yatsu Miyako

■ Main Characters

Yuto Suou is summoned from the present to Yggdrasil.
A boy who rose to become Patriarch of the Wolf Clan in just two years.

Felicia Yuuto's adjutant and the girl with whom he has pledged to be his step-sister.
An all-purpose einherjar that bears the rune of "Faceless Servant" (Skirnir).

A warrior who made a pact with Yuto Siegrune to become his daughter-in-law.
He holds the rune of "Moon-Eating Wolf" (Hati) and the title of "Mightiest Silver Wolf" (Mānagarmr).

Ingrid: The head of the workshop that produces Wolf weapons and other items, and Yuto's stepdaughter.
Swordsmith (with Ivaldi rune)

-The leader of the Linea "Horn" clan.
Although she attacked the Wolves, she was defeated in a battle with Yuto and became their younger sister.

・Childhood friend of Shihyakuya Mizuki Yuto.
Even after Yuto is sent to Yggdrasil, she keeps in contact with him and supports him.

Albertina is the daughter of the head of the Claw and the older twin who bears the rune of Fresvelg, the Windbringer.

Christina: Daughter of the head of the Claws, and the younger twin sister who bears the rune of Veðrfelnir, the Wind-Canceller.

■Subtitle

Episode 1: The Sake Cup OathEpisode 2: Wolf TacticsEpisode 3: The Twin Marks and the TwinsEpisode 4: The Hundred-Refined SteelEpisode 5: The Lion that Eats the TigerEpisode 6: The Valkyrie's HolidayEpisode 7: Revenge for a GrudgeEpisode 8: The Kotatsu and the Spinning BellowsEpisode 9: The Beautiful MoonEpisode 10: The Cornered WolfEpisode 11: The Overlord's LightEpisode 12: A Place to Return to

■ Theme songs and music

・OP1
・Bright way
Lyrics: Riko Ohashi Composition: Riko Ohashi Arrangement: Masashi Kanazaki Song: Aya Uchida ED1
・The Night the Whole World Falls in Love・Lyrics by Kanata Nakamura・Music by Ken Ito・Arrangement by Kiyoyoshi Sato・Singer by petit milady

The Hundred Knight and the Covenant Maiden - Detailed Review and Recommendation

"Hyakuren no Haou to Seiyaku no Valkyria" is a TV anime series that aired in 2018, and is based on a light novel by Takayama Seiichi and Yuki. The story is about a modern boy, Suou Yuto, who gets lost in the world of warfare, Yggdrasil, and how he uses his modern knowledge to rise to the position of leader of an army of several thousand at just 16 years old. This work, which depicts the bond between an alternate world fantasy and Valkyries, has captivated many fans as an exhilarating fantasy chronicle.

Story and Characters

The story centers around Suo Yuto, a boy summoned from the modern world to Yggdrasil. In just two years, he rises to become the head of the Wolf Clan, and demonstrates his leadership by using his modern knowledge to devise strategies and lead his troops. Despite being transported to another world, Yuto's character is portrayed as overcoming difficulties with his composure and wisdom, leaving a strong impression on viewers.

The Valkyries who support Yuuto are also portrayed as fascinating characters. Felicia is Yuuto's adjutant and a girl who has pledged herself to be his step-sister. She is an all-round einherjar with the rune of "Faceless Servant". Her combat ability and loyalty to Yuuto are important elements of the story. Siegrune is a warrior who has pledged herself to be Yuuto's step-daughter. She is a powerful warrior with the rune of "Wolf that Devours the Moon" and the title of "Strongest Silver Wolf". Her battle scenes are visually very appealing and draw the viewer in.

Ingrid is the head of a workshop that produces Wolf weapons and appears as Yuto's stepdaughter. Her technical skills and devotion to Yuto contribute greatly to the progression of the story. Linea is the head of the Horned Clan, but she lost a battle with Yuto and became his younger sister. Her growth and her relationship with Yuto are elements that add depth to the story.

Mizuki Shibakuya is Yuto's childhood friend and is an important character who keeps in contact with him and supports him after he is sent to Yggdrasil. Her presence plays an important role in Yuto's connection to the present. Albertina and Christina are the daughters of the head of the Claw and appear as twin sisters. Their rune abilities and their relationship with Yuto will have a major impact on the development of the story.

Animation and visuals

The animation for "Hyakuren no Haou to Seiyaku no Valkyria" was produced by EMT Squared. It is directed by Kobayashi Kosuke, with series composition by Takahashi Natsuko and character design by Ito Mariko. The animation quality is very high, and the depiction of the battle scenes in particular is visually stunning. The character designs are also unique, and each character's unique traits are well expressed.

The world of Yggdrasil is beautifully depicted, conveying the atmosphere of a world at the dawn of war. The background art and use of color are skillful, drawing the viewer into the world of the story. Mariko Ito and Miyako Yatsu are also involved as chief animation directors, maintaining the consistency and high quality of the character designs.

Music and theme song

Music is an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of a work, and it plays that role in "Hyakuren no Haou to Seiyaku no Valkyria." The opening theme "Bright Way" was written and composed by Riko Ohashi, arranged by Masashi Kanazaki, and sung by Aya Uchida. This song captures the hearts of viewers with its powerful melody that symbolizes Yuto's adventure and the bond between the Valkyries.

The ending theme "A Night When the Whole World Falls in Love" was written by Kanata Nakamura, composed by Ken Ito, arranged by Kiyoyoshi Sato, and sung by petit milady. This song has a beautiful melody that brings out the moving scenes in the story, stirring the emotions of the viewers. The overall quality of the music is also high, further deepening the worldview of the work.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Hundred: The Warlords of the Holy Knight" has been highly praised as a work that depicts an otherworldly fantasy world and the bonds between the Valkyries. The story is consistently interesting, and the character growth and changes in relationships keep viewers hooked. The animation quality is also high, and there are plenty of visually enjoyable elements. The music also plays an important role in enhancing the atmosphere of the work, making it a work of high overall quality.

The reasons why I recommend this work are as follows. Firstly, for viewers who like fantasy stories set in another world, the storyline depicting Yuto's adventures and the bonds between the Valkyries will be extremely appealing. Also, the quality of the depiction of the battle scenes and the character designs is high, making it a visually enjoyable piece. Furthermore, the music also plays an important role in enhancing the atmosphere of the work, stirring the emotions of the viewer.

I especially recommend this to those who like fantasy stories set in another world or stories about Valkyries, and to those who want to enjoy beautiful animation and music. I also recommend this to those who want to enjoy character growth and changes in relationships. "Hyakuren no Haou to Seiyaku no Valkyrie" is a wonderful work that will provide viewers with excitement and emotion, so please give it a watch.