The Elusive Samurai
Nige Jouzu no Wakagimi
#5 Most Rated · Summer 2024#9 Most Popular · Summer 2024#39 Most Rated · 2024
In the year 1333, the Kamakura shogunate government comes crumbling down. A trusted vassal, Ashikaga Takauji, betrays the shogunate and organizes a rebellion. Houjou Tokiyuki, the rightful heir, escapes the massacre with a Shinto priest named Suwa Yorishige to Kamakura. On the run and fighting to stay alive, Tokiyuki sets in motion his plan to reclaim his birthright.
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Format
TV
Episodes
12
Episode Duration
24 mins
Characters
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Reviews
4 · sorted by votesFunny, Yet, Underdeveloped Characters/Breathtaking Animation/Fast-Paced and Crazy Storyline/A Historical Shonen
- 75
A perverted priest and an evasive child meet with kink. The result is a humorous journey back to power.
- 61
The Elusive Samurai squanders its potential through clashing tones and overreliance on unnecessary comedy.
Like Megumi from Jujutsu Kaisen, The Elusive Samurai is the "Potential Man".
Status Distribution
Current
15%·11,581
Planning
33%·26,327
Paused
4%·2,878
Dropped
5%·4,097
Completed
43%·34,043
Score Distribution
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Relations
Historical98%War97%Samurai95%Swordplay93%Male Protagonist88%Fugitive85%Primarily Child Cast84%Revenge80%Gore76%Surreal Comedy71%Shounen71%Anachronism71%Gods60%Archery57%CGI55%Religion53%Shrine Maiden46%Spearplay46%
Frequently asked questions
How many episodes does The Elusive Samurai have?
The Elusive Samurai has 12 episodes.
Is The Elusive Samurai finished?
As of now, The Elusive Samurai has finished.
When did The Elusive Samurai air?
The Elusive Samurai aired from July 6, 2024 to September 28, 2024.
What kind of show is The Elusive Samurai?
The Elusive Samurai is a TV series with episodes around 24 minutes long, originally from Japan.
When did The Elusive Samurai premiere?
The Elusive Samurai premiered in Summer 2024.