Vampire Princess Miyu - The Last Shinma (TV Vol. 6)

Vampire Princess Miyu - The Last Shinma (TV Vol. 6)

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DVD Review: "What story does a bird tell at night?"
Summary: 5 Stars

In 'Once Upon a Time" we are finally given the series' version of how Miyu inherited her position as guardian. Miyu lived with her mother, who has been maddened by the death of her husband. When a traveling magic show comes to town and Miyu is entranced and takes part. Her awakening is threatened by a strange bird priest but the actors come to her defense. We also come to understand the basis for the conflict between Reiha and Miyu.

'Confrontation,' which is set many years later, finds that the conflict between the two has finally boiled over into the world. Reiha brings winter to Tokyo and starts killing Shinma to get Miyu's attention. The battle costs Reiha and the doll Matsukaze dearly, but is inconclusive. Both young women are forced to reconsider their futures.

The final three episodes of this series bring the key story arcs and themes together in an surprising and unexpected fashion. Destiny, revenge, friendship and loyalty all play a part in a confrontation between the vampire and those that wish to see the line of Guardians defeated permanently. Miyu finds that not only is it impossible to escape her nature, but that her truth is actually her best defense. In doing so, Hirano completes the work of raising the story beyond the limitations of the Gothic horror genre.

Miyu's story sets a new standard, just as Vampire Hunter D did before it. Disguised as simple entertainment, It does not shy away from difficult topics. Not just the quality of the story and narrative, but also the artwork, music, and production qualities make it a memorable series. I hope we have not seen the end of the young woman whose destiny is the destruction of monsters.