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Kiba
2006·Show
·51Episodes in1Season·
Kiba fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Brutally violent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence9
- Adrenaline8
- Tension8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos6
- Melancholy6
- Wonder6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy2
World
Fantasy and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighBrutally violent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Kiba is brutally violent, thrilling, and tense.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
MediumEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumFantasy and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy and war. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
Kiba, a fantasy anime by Madhouse and Aniplex, began broadcasting on TV Tokyo on April 5, 2006. The series is directed by Hiroshi Kōjina with Upper Deck Japan, a trading card game company, as the main sponsor. The anime has been licensed by Upper Deck USA and produced by ADV Films for North American distribution.
The series is more violent than other trading-card-game-tie-in animations with many characters being killed. According to an interview with the March 2006 issue of Animage, Hiroshi Kamishina, the show's director, noted that the show "absolutely will not have any plot elements that curry favor to children". The producers of the show has also commented that Kiba will not be the type of show to put "human drama" on the back burner while concentrating on promotional tie-ins. While Upper Deck owns the rights to the series, ADV Films is the distributor and their production studio Amusement Park Media is producing the dub. Kiba aired on Toonami Jetstream from July 14, 2008 to January 21, 2009 and is now showing on The Anime Network's Video on Demand service.
Dark Fantasy AnimeTrading Card Game AdaptationViolentWarfareComplex PlotCharacter-DrivenPsychological ThemesWorld ImmersionAction-Packed
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Questions about Kiba
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Kiba worth watching?
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GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Kiba rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Kiba have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 51 episodes.
When did Kiba air?
S1
It ran from 2006 to 2007 and has ended.
What language is Kiba in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
In how many countries can I watch Kiba?
2
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What tropes does Kiba use?
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TV Tropes lists 21 storytelling tropes for Kiba, including Redemption Equals Death, Heroic Bastard, What Happened to the Mouse?.