Claymore (2007)
A dark fantasy anime series following a half-human, half-demon warrior on a relentless quest for vengeance across a monster-haunted medieval world.
Claymore - Series Information
- Original Title: クレイモア
- First Air Year: 2007
- Last Air Year: 2007
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Animation, Drama, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 23 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 26
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: April 3, 2007 (United States - TV-MA), April 3, 2007 (Canada - 18+), April 3, 2007 (Australia - MA 15+), April 3, 2007 (Brazil - 16), April 3, 2007 (Mexico - C)
- Networks: Nippon TV
- Alternative Titles: Клеймор (RU), 大劍 (TW), Kureimoa (JP), 大剑 Claymore (CN), CLAYMORE 大劍 (HK)
- Production Companies: Madhouse
- Production Countries: Japan
Claymore - Plot
When a shapeshifting demon with a thirst for human flesh, known as "youma," arrives in Raki's village, a lone woman with silver eyes walks into town with only a sword upon her back. She is a "Claymore," a being manufactured as half-human and half-youma, for the express purpose of exterminating these monsters. After Raki's family is killed, the Claymore saves his life, but he is subsequently banished from his home. With nowhere else to go, Raki finds the Claymore, known as Clare, and decides to follow her on her journeys. As the pair travel from town to town, defeating youma along the way, more about Clare's organization and her fellow warriors comes to light. With every town cleansed and every demon destroyed, they come closer to the youma on which Clare has sought vengeance ever since she chose to become a Claymore.
Claymore - Trailer
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Claymore - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Motoki Takagi
- Houko Kuwashima
- Toru Nara
- Youichi Nishijima
- Hana Takeda
- Kikuko Inoue
- Miki Nagasawa
- Yuichi Nakamura
- Aya Hisakawa
- Kotono Mitsuishi
Writers
- Yasuko Kobayashi
- Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
- Daisuke Nishida
Claymore - FAQs
Where can you stream Claymore online?
Claymore is available to stream on Crunchyroll via the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. It can also be purchased digitally through the Apple TV Store. Availability may vary by region, so checking JustWatch for up-to-date options in your country is recommended.
Is Claymore based on a manga?
Yes, Claymore is directly adapted from the manga series of the same name by Norihiro Yagi, serialized in Monthly Shonen Jump from 2001 to 2007. The anime covers a significant portion of the manga's story but diverges from the source material in its final arc.
Why does the Claymore anime ending differ from the manga?
The anime was produced while the manga was still ongoing, so the creative team at Madhouse wrote an original conclusion for the final episodes. The manga's story continued well beyond where the anime ended, featuring substantially different plot developments and character resolutions.
Who are the main voice actors in Claymore?
The principal Japanese voice cast includes Houko Kuwashima as Clare, Motoki Takagi as Raki, Aya Hisakawa as Priscilla, Kikuko Inoue as Miria, Hana Takeda as Deneve, Miki Nagasawa as Helen, Kotono Mitsuishi as Jean, and Romi Park as Teresa.
What is Claymore about?
Claymore follows Clare, a silver-eyed warrior who is half-human and half-demon, tasked with exterminating shapeshifting monsters called youma. After saving a boy named Raki, the two travel together across a dark medieval world as Clare pursues a deeply personal vendetta against a powerful enemy.
How many episodes does Claymore have?
Claymore consists of 26 episodes across a single season. The series aired on Nippon TV in Japan beginning April 3, 2007, and concluded the same year. Each episode runs approximately 23 minutes, making it a compact but complete viewing experience.
What is the content rating for Claymore?
Claymore is rated TV-MA in the United States, indicating it is intended for mature audiences. The series contains graphic violence, dark themes, and intense combat sequences. Viewers sensitive to horror elements or gore should be aware before watching.
Will there be a second season of Claymore?
As of now, no second season of Claymore has been announced. The series ended in 2007 with a status of Ended, and Madhouse has not revisited the property. Fans of the manga have long hoped for a reboot or continuation, but no official plans have been confirmed.
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