Most of the story is focused around Masahiro and Guren, as well as their bond with each other. They are all portrayed very realistically in their behavior it’s easy to relate to them and to see that all beings feel sorrow and happiness equally, be they human, youkai, or shikigami. Their interactions with each other, as well as their inner struggles, are interesting to observe. Each of them has individuality and different ideals, and neither of them are stereotypical or boring. Shounen Onmyouji has a very diverse line-up of unique characters. There is room for discussion after the final episode, but an overall feeling of completeness is present. While the anime only covers the first two arcs of the novel and obviously doesn’t show the entire story, it definitely does not look cut off or unfinished. There is also enough comic relief, provided very cleverly and only at appropriate times, to give the partially light-hearted atmosphere and to help the story stay serious without crossing the line and becoming depressing.
Though some may see it as a comedy at first glance, Shounen Onmyouji gradually develops into a serious drama with gentle romantic subplot that touches upon some of the very important points – like understanding and acceptance of others, forgiveness, and the search for one’s true place in the world.
The transition between the arcs, however, is done very smoothly, and there is no obvious ‘break’ point – the story flows naturally throughout the entire twenty six episodes. The anime is divided into two main stories, which are the adaptation of the first two arcs of the original light novel. Accompanied by his guardian and partner Guren, a powerful shikigami, Masahiro faces off against different mononoke that disturb the peace of the city. It follows Abe no Masahiro ( Abe no Seimei’s grandson), a young onmyouji in training. The story is set in Heian period of ancient Japan. “If that is your wish, then I will break my heart for the sake of that wish, and I will lend you my strength. Onmyouji is even in the title obviously, I couldn’t go past it. My love for ancient Japan and Japanese mythology got me into yet another great anime. Genres/Themes: historical fantasy, drama, comedy, adventure, action. Alternative Titles: Young Onmyouji Teenage Onmyouji.įormat: TV series, 26 episodes, complete.
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