The Dark Myth

An ominous, mythic slow-burn steeped in ancient Japanese folklore that rewards patience with a growing sense of dread.

Created by

Takashi Anno, Tomomi Mochizuki

Genres

Animation, Drama

Starring

Show Hayami, Nozomu Sasaki, Hiromi Tsuru

Overview

Long ago there were fierce gods of legends who shook the earth to its foundation with their power. There are now prehistoric rivals from the primitive times in Japan, that fought to protect their secrets in the present day. The God of Darkness Susanoah-oh is now sleeping in the shadows of the underworld waiting for his rebirth. However his coming hasn't gone unoticed. There are agents from the Kikuchi Clan (descendants of Japans first inhabitants) who have seen the warning signs of the spreading of darkness's bringing. These investigators are armed with ancient knowledge and artifacts who are willingly prepared to face the God of Darkness. Now they must fight the assembled spirits of hell to find the one young boy who is chosen by fate to grasp the chaotic might of the deadly Gods.

How it feels

Dark, eerie, tense and earnest. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Fate, mystery, power, faith

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore. No sexual content or swearing.

Note

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

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