Murder Princess

(sorry for my bad spelling) I am not a troll, and i may sound like im degrading the anime, but i did like it. The story is basicly a princess escaping her castle runs into a mercenary, and through some magical thing, they switch bodies, so now the mercenary is the princess and the princess became a maid. then theres some stuff about a midget old man butler or somethin who is pointless to the story, and some monster things that are just there to look cool and do all the fighting with the new princess. the character development was not the best, and the mercenary did not act like i at all. all she did was fight in the beginning, but by episode two, she seemed like a completly normal person. she dident want to get into a tight dress, or want to go to boring things princesses had to go to, and dident car what she wore. she even becomes a nice person. i mean seriously, she was a cold blooded killer that would do anything for money, and now shes just a sweet little girl, who by the end of the show, your expecting a yuri scene but never get it. the story was predictable, the are was nothing special, along with the sound, the intro song though is an amazing song that i listen to over and over again, and the animation, like in videogame cut scenes is much better and more detailed , and contains more then the show itself, along with stuff that has nothing to do with the show. i mean what does a naked chick covered in robot tenticals have to do with anything? and theres also a bag guy, who aparently was the kinds most trusted sciance guy, but even in flashbacks, he still looked like he would be evil and make monsters to take over the kingdom. and thats basicly what i thought of the show. i liked it, but if they wanted to make it perfect, which it does not have to be to be enjoyable, they could have fixed a few of those things. its an older show so the animation and sound is obviously not going to be anything great, and it is kinda original since i cant find too many body swapping animes that are not just hentai, so il give it a point for originality. and it was completly enjoyable, so if your looking for something short to pass the time with while your waiting for your porn to load, i suggest you watch this.

The story in Murder Princess is nothing to talk about. 2 girls swap bodies and the plot just sails from there. The relationship between the 2 stars is nice. It gets touching at times and I think it's sweet! What I liked the most about this anime were the action scenes. Especially all the sword swinging!! The way our princess swishes that blade around, is .. deadly! (evil grin) I will recommend this anime for anyone who just wants a good action theme on their hands. It's short and I think thats best. If it were any longer I'd quit out of boredom. No, this is an anime whose size is right and it's done well.

Plot and Setting: The story begins with a dramatic and unexpected twist. When the kingdom of Forland is attacked, the young Princess Alita Forland is forced to flee for her life. During her escape, she encounters the infamous bounty hunter Falis. A magical mishap leads to the two women switching bodies. With no other choice, Falis, now in the body of the princess, agrees to protect the kingdom while Alita, in Falis's body, takes on the role of her loyal guardian. This setup creates a dynamic and unique narrative where both characters must adapt to their new roles and work together to save the kingdom from various threats. Characters: Falis (in Alita’s body): As the main protagonist, Falis is a fierce and skilled warrior. Her transition into the princess's body brings an interesting dynamic to the royal court. She’s tough, pragmatic, and unyielding, bringing a breath of fresh air to the often docile and refined royal image. Alita (in Falis’s body): Alita is gentle and kind-hearted, initially overwhelmed by her new situation. However, her determination to protect her kingdom and her growing bond with Falis make her a compelling character. Dominikov and Pete: Falis's loyal companions add depth to the story with their unique abilities and unwavering support. Animation and Art: The animation quality of "Murder Princess" is solid for its time. The action scenes are fluid and engaging, showcasing the intense battles and the protagonists' martial prowess. The character designs are distinct and memorable, fitting well within the fantasy genre. The backgrounds and settings are beautifully rendered, bringing the kingdom of Forland to life with rich detail. Music and Sound: The soundtrack complements the anime's tone perfectly, with dramatic and epic scores that enhance the action scenes and emotional moments. The opening theme, "Hikari Sasuhou (shijunban)" by Back-On, is particularly noteworthy for its energetic and catchy tune. Themes and Execution: "Murder Princess" explores themes of identity, duty, and sacrifice. The body swap premise is handled with surprising depth, allowing for character growth and introspection. The bond between Falis and Alita is the heart of the series, and their evolving relationship is both touching and believable. Despite its short length, the anime manages to deliver a complete and satisfying story, though some viewers might wish for more episodes to further explore its world and characters. Conclusion: "Murder Princess" is an underrated gem that offers a refreshing take on the fantasy and action genres. Its strong characters, intriguing premise, and well-executed action sequences make it a must-watch for fans of the genre. While its brevity might leave some wanting more, the series succeeds in delivering a thrilling and heartfelt adventure that stands out among its peers.

Just looking at the name of the anime you should know what you're getting into. I thought, "Murder Princess is one of the most on the nose and cheesiest names for any anime I've ever seen and it's only six episodes, so it can't be THAT bad. There should at least some entertainment value here." This has to be some of the most boring and soulless 2 hours of my life. This anime was so boring that I couldn't even watch it all in one sitting which is really saying something for the minimal content present. The anime starts with a bounty hunter searching for her mark while the Forlund Kingdom is undergoing a coup from the scholar, Dr. Onion (not his real name), and his two robot lolis. The princess who escaped before they arrived in the keep runs into the bounty hunter causing them to fall off a cliff together and somehow switch bodies?? Yeah, I have no idea either, but ok. Don't expect this to get explained well or rectified in any way. Milano (the name the princess in bounty hunter's body eventually goes with) makes Alita (bounty hunter in the princess's body claiming the princess's original name) promise to protect the kingdom seeing as Alita is much stronger than Milano could ever be. The remaining five episodes follow the two as they adapt to their new lives and thwart the plot which runs deeper than they originally thought. While unoriginal there was still potential for the plot to be interesting despite the anime's short length. However, nothing really happens. There's the coup plot sure, but we have basically no motivations for anybody involved. They're just doing things either because they're being forced to or are good/evil. The big episode four plot twist was stupid, made zero sense, wnd was never fully explained. In one episode Dr. Onion and lolis attended a ball "undercover" without any disguises. Who is just letting these terrorists in? To top it off the world building was stuffed into three minutes of episode five. It felt like we got the first and last three episodes of a show but are completely missing the middle 5-6. The characters are completely lifeless. I've already said how nobody has any real motivations and how people are just doing things. There are no real personalities for anybody, they're all two dimensional. Milano is shy and cowardly but stands up for what she believes in only if it's in front of Alita. Alita is strong and kills people with a somewhat good moral compass. Pete and Franky (not his real name, just voiced by Franky from One Piece) are the friends of Alita when she was a bounty hunter and want to protect bother her and Milano. The lolis kill people and love their creator Dr. Onion. The main antagonists are evil just because. The only somewhat interesting character dynamic was between Milano and Alita who were a little gay for each other which is shown a few times without being explored deeper. I can confidently say I'm not going to remember a single character name a week after writing this review. The animation was cheap. It looked acceptable but was clearly the bare minimum for what they needed to do. There's errors in layering from time to time. The battles were especially boring which is terrible for a show called "Murder Princess." It was slow with minimal choreography other than a few punches and slashes before its over. Very dissappinting. The music sounds like it was chosen from a library of action shows and movies from the 2000s. It was fine but sounded like every other action sequence you've heard in your life. The opening was good but the ending was a snooze. The voice actors were clearly in it for the check with only the main female leads putting forth any effort. I love Kazuki Yao, but he was really phoning it in with this one and giving his vocal cords a rest. If you couldn't tell, I really didn't enjoy Murder Princess. I don't get why they needed a body swap plot line if they were never going to do anything with it. These types of plots only work when we have a sense for the characters and their dynamics. One Piece and Futurama have terrific body swap episodes and actually do something with the concept. Just make the show called "Murder Princess" about a Princess who goes to battle or something. You don't need to overcomplicate it with this much nothing. I believe the reason this is six episodes and not just a movie is because the studio wanted to spend as little money on this property as possible and try to turn a quick buck. If you really want to watch it, go ahead. It's not like I can stop you. But don't say I didn't warn you about this boring turd. Plot: 3/10 Characters: 4/10 Animation: 4/10 Sound/Music: 5/10 Enjoyment: 3/10 Overall: 3.8/10

It's an 00s Bee Train production, so the point isn't necessarily to be good. It's to be good practice for the animators. And this stuff is consequently nothing to write home about. The characters are mostly one-note aside from being subtle (as a truck) lesbians, but they can't actually get together because this was the 00s. Nonetheless, I can't say it's a BAD show, necessarily. It's perfectly adequate in being so subpar. I picked it out because it was dubbed and I wanted something for background noise. The story hit the most basic notes that it needed to hit. I've seen worse.

After going trough some long anime I decided to go a short and light one, and murder princess is a anime witch is short and easy to go trough. The story: The story is simple as you can read in the synopsis, it does develop itself during the 6 episodes and has a bigger plot, but this plot isn't that much of a big deal. It is a nice extra but nothing special. The anime on the other hand is amazing, the story is a nice and short one. The Characters are a big fun, especially the main character. We see monsters, magic and knights fighting. There is a lot of blood witch is a nice extra if your watching the fights. And we see cute robot children who are fun to watch. The anime also has a lot of humor in it, witch is a great plus. After seeing the main character beat the shit out of monsters the size of 3 buildings, she finds herself having trouble being a princess in public. Witch is a nice contrast. Personally I really liked this anime, I love the Europe Medieval style. We don't see that in many anime. So it's nice to see a anime with knights castles and princesses. The only complaint I have is that the anime is only 6 episodes. I mean the story is not that special and it is truly over after 6 episodes. But I fell in love with the main character of the anime. A brutal girl who is extremely talented with the sword who doesn't care for money or wealth she just likes the thrill of bounty hunting. A girl witch looks amazing and fierce she is everything, and she also has a soft side so she doesn't seem totally inhuman. Verdict: The anime is short and not that special, but the anime provides us with enough fun the entire 6 episodes. It has a nice (not to special story) but again fun to watch. We see the medieval Europe style so if your a fan of that than this is anime is a must see. The battles are amazing and the humor is fun two. The ending is nice and also a bit sad so that's a nice twist to the feel good genre of the anime. Overall it's nice to sit a afternoon watching the 6 episodes and to just lay back and enjoy the show. Cheers Lucid

General Overview: A short and concise anime about a princess who, while fleeing a coup orchestrated by people with mystical powers in her country, encounters a warrior woman. Their souls switch, and they return to liberate the princess's country from the coup plotters, fighting against all the evils that follow. It presents a world filled with mystical powers and warriors, where the destinies of two women intertwine for the same cause. Good Sides: - Despite being a short animation, it has a coherent storyline. - It allows you to quickly connect with several characters. - Although it features cute characters, it never becomes overly sentimental. - While it faces the challenge of telling a story in only 6 episodes, it manages to use action effectively. You definitely won't get bored while watching, and it successfully conveys its message. Bad Sides: - Its brevity seems to be its biggest drawback. It feels like it tries to rush the story to a fast-paced beginning, middle, and end, though this shouldn't be interpreted as a total failure. - It could have easily been longer to explain details more thoroughly and delve deeper into the lore. Conclusion: Despite being short, it's an enjoyable animation with good action and likeable characters. I enjoyed watching it. If you're looking for an anime that's a quick watch but still plenty of fun, I definitely recommend giving it a go.

As it was released on 2007, the animation cannot be compared to animation today. But, watching it after 17 years feels nostalgic on its own. The most thing I can say is that this is worth watching after reviewing todays animation which only focus on the graphics and art but not entirely on the quality of the story. And if there's still have both, it's very rare. There can proudly declare that old animes are the best in delivery of the quality and and application of that quality in their animation. *Disappointed with anime enthusiast nowadays since they only focus on the great art. If it is not the fight scene, then the faces (e.g. Gojo). But, if you ask about the entire story, they don't know how to respond. 😔😔 For this anime, you can see at least the values and quality of the characters and their development. It's like princess resurrection in art with a little humorous part in the story. Most of the episode have more serious tone on it like claymore but focus on the goal of the story still. It also doesn't have a touch of romance which is great since most anime today are too mediocre in terms of the application of their genre, it also makes the story goes haywire that the viewer doesn't know when and how will it end/ the goal is confusing per se like Moshuko Tensei which is still popular in until 2024. Only negative I've observed is that, this is too short. But shorts will help you understand that you are watching for 3 hours when you thought it is only been 30 min. And most of shorts have less talking scene which are irrelevant to the story. 😆 At last, I would say it's not on par with One Piece or Naruto, but it is better in goal than Fairytail and Bleach. And, it's worth spending time with. But beware, since the story is too short, it will leave you hanging.. 😆😆 *For newbs out there, I can recommend that you should watch first the old anime before new anime like berserk, evangelion, if not, then one piece, and hunterxhunter (1999) if you want a popular 1999 anime and such since there is a quality in the story and than focus on art. But, of you watch only because of the art, then these recommendation are not for you. Just appreciate every art (literature, visual art, etc.) since many put effort and feelings on each and give a reasonable criticism if it really is to be criticized.

Going into this, I made sure to set my expectations low, and I still left underwhelmed. With only six episodes to adapt a similarly short manga that was forced to a rushed conclusion because of the publication it ran in, I knew to not expect everything to be fully fleshed out but I'm still disappointed with how little substance there really is. If you took the story beats and characters on paper, in a vacuum, this story is fine, with great potential to be enjoyable. Not much in the way of complexity or novelty, but still a solid framework for a fun romp through a fantasy setting. Now just develop this over the 120 minutes or so that you have and it should work. Sadly, this happens so little in Murder Princess, telling only the minimum needed to get from A to B to C and so on. Characters have almost no depth to them at all, only a handful of traits, simple and shallow motivations (if they even get them at all,) very little interaction between characters outside of propelling the plot, and surprisingly little in the way of levity. You very well could count on your hands (maybe, maaaaybe your toes) how many intentional jokes or moments intended to be humorous there are over the entire run time of the series. The plot is bare bones and especially in the last two episodes sped up to the point that ass pulls and deus ex machinas are dropped on a by-the-minute basis. Exposition dumps make up half the dialogue: tell, don't show is the reigning paradigm here. Compounding these issues are numerous oversights in basically every department. For example, characters addressing others by name when they haven't even been introduced to each other. Sure, you could excuse it and say "they got to know each other off screen," but having to constantly cope and do the heavy lifting for the show does not make for an enjoyable experience. All this is to say nothing of the poor "animation." This is a very stiff show, lots of slideshows and panning, flashes and cuts. Fights VERY often being one swing and it's over. Sparse sets and little detail make this a very un-stimulating visual experience, so it's going to be up to you to make yourself pay attention, and when the plot, characters, and all the little things that fill in the gaps are in large part MIA, it's very likely to be a chore. Ultimately, my time watching this was mostly spent trying to excuse things on its behalf and the other part lamenting how much better it could've been with only more competent, passionate hands. It may seem easy to excuse a 6 episode OVA for not accomplishing a lot in its run time but 120 minutes is actually quite a lot to work with to tell an engaging story. Even ignoring the entirety of filmdom, there are even SHORTER OVA series that still manage to make what they're given to work with into a compelling, enjoyable experience that far outlives its runtime in the hearts and minds of those who view it, and this is not one of them. PS (Actual postscript, lol): I went and read the manga to see if any of that potential was realized better. There two are almost entirely different plotwise, save for several key points. I'd actually say the plot in the anime is more complete but the characters in the manga feel marginally more developed, or at least a couple of them, and it's more humorous. The fact that you can breeze through the manga in an hour or two makes it feel much less like a chore to get through, but ultimately both are unsatisfying with how little anything gets fleshed out.

If you're here because you're looking for WLW content, look no further. Go watch it now. The hardest decision is to binge-watch it all at once or save it for several viewings. It's six 25min Sword Lesbian episodes. No comphet distractions. A few fanservice-y moments (episode 2), but they work for wlw-watchers and not just for boys. As with most wlw-leaning pieces, it could be stronger and more explicit (i.e., dykier), but it's impressive for a 2005 piece and holds up 15+ years later. As much as I love this, I find it hard to write a 500-character review of. It's cool, medieval steampunk-y, female-led, well-paced. Tropedia breaks down all the archetypes jammed into the short series, but it's larger than the sum of its parts. It broke my gay little heart out of joy. There's no "oh too bad women can't be together" shit like Canaan or From the New World. I plan on coming back to this OVA many times over many years.