Anime
Review: 3 reasons ‘Claymore’ deserves a second season
The anime’s first season sets strong foundation
NOTE: This a review for season one the “Claymore” anime and contains spoilers.
The 2007 anime “Claymore” follows Clare, a warrior of the mysterious organization which hunts shape-shifting monsters known as Yoma. The titular warriors are the only ones who can stand up to the Yoma, as they are created by being implanted with Yoma flesh, giving them superhuman abilities. If they use too much, the monstrous side of them takes over.
The series begins with Clare coming to a town to kill a Yoma. There, she meets Raki, a young boy whose parents were killed by the monsters. Clare starts off being cold, appearing emotionless, but after being followed by Raki, he soon makes an impression on her and she begins to enjoy his presence.
Over the course of 26 episodes, Clare encounters other Claymores and she begins to uncover secrets hidden from the warriors by the organization they serve, and she faces continually stronger opponents. The anime features solid animation and action sequences, along with plenty of gore and violence. Here are three reasons the anime’s solid first season deserves a sequel.
