Sequel

Movie, 2016, 1 ep,6.77(247),7.10(247)

Same setting

TV Series, 2015-2016, 23 eps,3.28(347),5.48(351)

Same setting

TV Series, 2017-2018, 24 eps,5.38(566),6.44(567)

Movie, 2018, 1 ep,4.57(45),5.61(45)

very similar armour design, very, similar styling of elements in the story, although each anime has a rather different story, but yet can't help to find both animation's main characters very similar almost lookalike.

The story setting and characters wardrobe in both series share a spanish looking influence.
And while in different tone, both shows deals with demons.

The armors in Garo look like a direct inheritance from
those seen in Saint Seiya.

the shows share similar elements: obscure atmosphere, traveling adventure, secret societies, witches, demons, superpowers.

byIDID on2024-10-24 23:30

+ character development, especially for the main character
+ unique character designs
+interesting overall setting - this style of narrative set in dark medieval fantasy isn't something I've seen before, but maybe that's just because I haven't seen enough isekai I don't know.
-At times super edgy and violent and at others, melodramatic with piano tracks.
It's hard to care about anime melodrama if I just saw a guy getting brutally murdered before. I'm not a fan of the latter anyway and the two definitely don't blend well.
-gets pretty tropey, especially in terms of dialogue.

bysenorguts on2019-01-01 08:11

A little Underrated. its not amazing but its definitely a solid watch. Loved that first opening song and i think the bgm is really good too

byDcStarz on2016-05-28 19:33

I have no idea why so low rating. It has a good story and good plot.
I really enjoyed it. Would recommend watching it. :)

by0gondolaz on2015-11-04 14:48

This anime has attractive plot with nicely directed action scenes and well developed characters. Worth watching.

bysammy321 on2015-07-11 10:14

This series went through a few up and down phases. The beginning and end to this series were enjoyable, but the middle portion was sorta slow and felt like monster of the week feel to it. There is good character development in this series and the dad is cool as hell. Some of the fights are great to go along with the dark fantasy elements. This is a good watch if you enjoy darker fantasies, but could be a little bit shorter, but nonetheless, is a fun watch.

bySunBlade_ger on2015-04-09 21:29

serious, fights and story. this one has a serious and somewhat dark tone to it. to lighten up the mood there are romance or jokes occasionally thrown in. most characters are well developed and believable. the fights have a fine placement and detailed animation.
if you like mature anime, this will give you a decent watch.

byMewi on2015-04-02 00:37

Story's interessting enough. Graphics aswell as sound are epic and progression's pretty decent. I found it quite enjoyable and entangling. Definitely recommended. :)

bynoodlebowl on2015-03-29 16:42

There were some down parts of this series, but overall a good story. Not really much character development, but the concept is pretty good.

bystayt2dg on2015-03-28 14:12

Decent Plot (some angst-ty moments mixed in) with some real gut wrenching scenes that will reinvest you to keep watching....but the action is usually top notch.

bychesudesu on2015-04-12 15:58

If you're talking about the season's most under-appreciated, you're sure to have mentioned Garo somewhere in your conversation. No one expected an anime series that could hold itself together, much less walk on its own legs. The series does not aspire to be more than what it is nor does it condemn itself to its own confines. That is exactly what Garo does - and it does so beautifully.

Essentially, Garo is a story about good versus evil. There is nothing special nor wholly new about it, but that is where the show keeps it tight. The series takes us to a fantastical but horrific world of plagues and demons and the protectors who fight against them. We follow Leon, a young Makai Knight, struggling to discern between two ethos: a desire for revenge or the duty to protect. Its narrative may be sorely lacking and at times questionable but it does have an ample amount of intrigue and cleverness. All in all, Garo unfolds a pretty decent and solid story - a tale of discovering one's duty and purpose.

One of the more striking things about Garo is that it handles the ideals it holds impressively. While they are thriftily given, the ideals never stray too far. Instead of being pretentious and overzealous, they are humble and, more importantly, relevant to the story, something not all anime series can easily grapple with. In the event of introspection, realization, and declaration, the characters never spew out random, nonsensical lines just to sound cool. They say the just right thing at just the right moment while placing importance in saying with simplicity.

The character development during the most part of the series is focused on Leon. His wasn't a grand, 180 degree turn. It was rather kept simple. The rest have their fair share but it would take only one or two episodes for their development to be completed. At the very least, these characters weren't used for unwarranted fan service. Though archetypal, each of them remain distinct and memorable.

The art in Garo does well in portraying the setting. The Knights are ornate and flashy but not overbearing; the Horrors are terribly grotesque. I would say it's all fitting. The music does a superb job in keeping the scenes exciting. The animation especially in the fight scenes are an outstanding feat. The choreography is neat and elegant, fluid and energetic - something one would not totally expect if they're only seeing Garo at surface level.

To sum it all up, Garo comes as a surprise. It may lack the intricacies and refinement that adorn the bigger anime shows but behind all that it is one daring and remarkable effort.