Title:
Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas - Meiou Shinwa
Genre:
Action, fantasy, martial arts, drama, superpowers, adventure, shounen, tragedy
Summary:
A Holy War, from ancient mythology, where the Goddess Athena and Hades have fought against each other while defending the earth repeatedly over the span of 200 years. The story takes place in 18th century Europe, 243 years prior to the original "Saint Seiya" Three small children, Tenma, Alone, and Sasha have all shared a very happy childhood together. Tenma who is quite aggressive but upstanding has moved to Sanctuary to become a saint. It is there that he is reunited with Sasha who is the sister of Alone and learns that she is the reincarnation of Goddess Athena. Alone, who is kind, gentle and loves painting was chosen for the body of enemy King Hades. Tenma eventually becomes a saint of Pegasus and engages in a fierce battle with his best friend Alone, the King of Hades. Pegasus Tenma, King Hades, and the Goddess Athena and through the twist of their 3 fates merge together which unfolds a prologue to the original Saint Seiya.
Details:
If you want something a bit different in shonen type anime, where power of friendship doesn't always save the day and when there are a lot of deaths from good guys's side then pick this up. I know a lot of people ignore this anime ether cuz' it's ether a part of Saint Seiya universe or they skip it as seeing guys in golden armors doesn't look too appealing. You don't have to know anything about Saint Seiya to enjoy this. This anime actually has side characters that can do things on their own, go on the missions and fight on their own with main character never getting involved. If you see a new character you know that after one or two fights he will die.
Why You Recommend It:
Because it's unappreciated and I know a lot of people like ''fighting'' type of anime.
Opinions:
Anime unfortunately has only two seasons, but if you come to like it, read the manga as it has finished.
Can be downloaded/read at:
From torrents.