Valkyria Chronicles

A sincere wartime anime that balances squad camaraderie and gentle humor with the weight of invasion, moving at a steady, episodic march.

Created by

Susumu Endo, Yoshitaka Makino

Genres

Animation, Action & adventure, War & politics

Starring

Marina Inoue, Junko Minagawa, Houko Kuwashima

Overview

When Imperial forces attack the small border town of Bruhl, Welkin Gunther, son of late General Belgen Gunther, is forced to fight for his life alongside Town Watch captain Alicia Melchiott. Along with Welkin's adopted sister Isara, the three escape to Gallia's capitol and subsequently join the country's militia forces. As members of the newly-formed Squad 7, they must work to repel the invading Imperial forces and discover the true purpose of the invasion itself.

How it feels

Earnest, warm, tense and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

War, found family, survival, loyalty

Content

Mild violence and language. No gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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