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SWORD GAI: The Animation
2018·Show
·24Episodes in2Seasons·TV-MA·
SWORD GAI: The Animation fingerprint
High energy, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Brutally violent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence9
- Adrenaline8
- Tension7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Coming of Age5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy0
World
Fantasy and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighBrutally violent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
SWORD GAI: The Animation is brutally violent, thrilling, and tense.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- 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.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumFantasy and the mind
Its world is built around fantasy and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking
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About
The swordsmith Amon accidentally comes across an infant and its dead mother in the forest. Although he is initially overwhelmed by the situation, he finally decides to take the boy with him and thus save him from certain death. Ten years after this fateful encounter, the boy from that time, Gai, is apprenticed to Amon. While making a sword, however, there is a tragic accident in which Gai loses his right arm. Amon then decides to use a sword called Shiryuu to make an artificial arm for Gai. Thus, it begins…
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Questions about SWORD GAI: The Animation
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Is SWORD GAI: The Animation worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 5.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is SWORD GAI: The Animation rated?
TV-MAViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does SWORD GAI: The Animation have?
2 seasons
It has 2 seasons with 24 episodes.
When did SWORD GAI: The Animation air?
S1S2
It ran from 2018 to 2018 and has ended.
What language is SWORD GAI: The Animation in?
JapaneseItalianFrenchPortuguese
It was made in Japanese, with some Italian, French, Portuguese. Produced in Japan.
In how many countries can I watch SWORD GAI: The Animation?
124
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What tropes does SWORD GAI: The Animation use?
Artificial LimbsShock and AweAnd Then John Was a ZombieYour Days Are NumberedSinister ScytheCute and PsychoDisappeared DadGonkSealed Evil in a CanBare-Fisted MonkCool Old GuyLast Episode, New Characterand 33 more
TV Tropes lists 45 storytelling tropes for SWORD GAI: The Animation, including Artificial Limbs, Shock and Awe, And Then John Was a Zombie.