Arpeggio of Blue Steel: Ars Nova 2013
What is Arpeggio of Blue Steel: Ars Nova?
Arpeggio of Blue Steel: Ars Nova is an animated television series set in a world where global warming has caused significant changes. The story takes place in a time where the effects of global warming have led to a rise in sea levels and the loss of territory.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2013
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 12
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 8, 2013
- Last aired
- Dec 24, 2013
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- MBS
- Genres
- Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure
- Updated
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Arpeggio of Blue Steel: Ars Nova is an animated television series set in a world where global warming has caused significant changes. The story takes place in a time where the effects of global warming have led to a rise in sea levels and the loss of territory. A mysterious group of warships, known as the Fleet of Mist, appears in the ocean and begins attacking human ships. The series follows the events that unfold after the appearance of the Fleet of Mist's submarine I-401. The series is categorized as Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, and Action & Adventure.
Should you watch it?
“A mysterious fleet of warships blockades humanity after global warming raises sea levels.”
- features unique naval battles against mysterious warships
- explores a post-deluge world after global warming
- humanity is utterly defeated by overwhelming force
- trade routes and political economy are destroyed
Watch it if you enjoy sci-fi and action stories about mysterious fleets blockading humanity.
The series carries a TV-14 rating and involves intense combat themes against overwhelming force.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Those with Shipping Routes Oct 8, 2013
- E2 Into the Storm Oct 15, 2013
- E3 The Fortress Port of Yokosuka Oct 22, 2013
- E4 Assault on Yokosuka Oct 29, 2013
- E5 Not Human Nov 5, 2013
- E6 Friend Nov 12, 2013
- E7 Iwoto Nov 19, 2013
- E8 House of Dolls Nov 26, 2013
- E9 Desperate Escape Dec 3, 2013
- E10 Devotion of Self Dec 10, 2013
- E11 Sisters Dec 17, 2013
- E12 The Power to Open a Path Dec 24, 2013
Frequently asked questions
When does the story take place?
The narrative begins in the year 2039 and continues seven years later.
What caused the loss of territory?
Global warming caused sea levels to rise and territory to be lost.
What is the Fleet of Mist?
They are a mysterious group of warships clad in mist that appeared in every corner of the ocean to attack human ships.
How did humanity fare against the Fleet of Mist?
Humanity was utterly defeated by the Mist's overwhelming force despite mustering all their strength.
Who appears seven years after the defeat?
The Fleet of Mist's submarine I-401 appears before cadet Gun.