Basilisk 2005
What is Basilisk?
The television series Basilisk is set in the year 1614 and involves two ninja clans. The story takes place during a time of conflict between these clans, Tsubagakure of the Iga and Manjidani of Kouga.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2005
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 48
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 12, 2005
- Last aired
- Jun 19, 2018
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- AT-X
- Genres
- Animation, Action & Adventure, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
The television series Basilisk is set in the year 1614 and involves two ninja clans. The story takes place during a time of conflict between these clans, Tsubagakure of the Iga and Manjidani of Kouga. According to the series, the clans are battling to determine which grandson of Tokugawa Ieyasu will become the next shogun. The competition between the elite ninja from each clan is deadly and unleashes a centuries-old hatred. The series features the voice talents of Laura Bailey, Nana Mizuki, Kôsuke Toriumi, and Troy Baker. The title Basilisk refers to a mythical creature, also known as the king of serpents, which is a legendary rooster-serpent hybrid of Greek and Roman lore. The series explores the conflict between the two ninja clans and the consequences of their battle. The Basilisk series has been documented on various online platforms, including IMDb and Wikipedia.
Should you watch it?
“Two ninja clans clash in feudal Japan in a deadly battle for power.”
- Striking animation and visual design
- High-stakes ninja combat with deep lore
- Emotionally charged character dynamics
- Violence may be intense for some viewers
- Pacing can feel slow to modern audiences
You enjoy historical anime with intense ninja action and tragic romance.
Contains stylized violence and thematic elements typical of mature anime.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 24 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Destiny Apr 12, 2005
- E2 Last Rendezvous Apr 19, 2005
- E3 The Onslaught of War Apr 26, 2005
- E4 The Horned Owl May 3, 2005
- E5 The Surprise Attack May 10, 2005
- E6 Longing in the Rain May 17, 2005
- E7 The Bloodsucking Seductress May 24, 2005
- E8 Cage of Blood May 31, 2005
- E9 Farewell Jun 7, 2005
- E10 Divine Mandate Jun 14, 2005
- E11 On Their Own Jun 21, 2005
- E12 Remembrance Jun 28, 2005
- E13 A Swarm of Butterflies Jul 5, 2005
- E14 Fallen Flower Jul 12, 2005
- E15 Reckoning Jul 19, 2005
- E16 First Impressions Jul 26, 2005
- E17 Wandering Hearts Aug 2, 2005
- E18 A Dawn Without Light Aug 9, 2005
- E19 Conspiracy Aug 16, 2005
- E20 River of Mercy Aug 23, 2005
- E21 With All Her Heart Aug 30, 2005
- E22 The Haunted Sep 6, 2005
- E23 Emancipation Sep 13, 2005
- E24 Requiem Sep 20, 2005
Season 2 · 24 episodes
- E1 The Cherry Blossoms Have Fallen Jan 9, 2018
- E2 The Five Treasures Have Arrived Jan 16, 2018
- E3 The Kouga Must Die Jan 23, 2018
- E4 The Joujinshuu Appear Jan 30, 2018
- E5 The Cherry Blossoms Run Mad Feb 6, 2018
- E6 Evil Clouds Begin to Stir Feb 13, 2018
- E7 Tadanaga's Change of Heart Feb 20, 2018
- E8 The Advent of Joujin Feb 27, 2018
- E9 The Butterfly Dances Mar 6, 2018
- E10 The Heavenly Robe Sees Carnage Mar 13, 2018
- E11 Like a Rhinoceros Mar 20, 2018
- E12 The Wind Blows Through the Pines Mar 27, 2018
- E13 Utsutsu Dreams of Hell Apr 3, 2018
- E14 Murakamo Must Be Destroyed Apr 10, 2018
- E15 The Shielding Eye Is Deceived Apr 17, 2018
- E16 The Massive Castle Rumbles Apr 24, 2018
- E17 Everyone Gathers at the Battlefield May 1, 2018
- E18 The Cherry Blossoms Must Fall May 8, 2018
- E19 100 Eyes See Their Destiny May 15, 2018
- E20 We Must See the Lotus Flowers Together May 22, 2018
- E21 Remembrance Must Fade May 29, 2018
- E22 The Demon Revives Jun 5, 2018
- E23 The Cherry Blossoms Scatter Jun 12, 2018
- E24 The Cherry Blossoms Bloom Jun 19, 2018
Frequently asked questions
Is Basilisk based on a true story?
No, Basilisk is a fictional story set in feudal Japan featuring ninja clans.
What is the meaning behind the title Basilisk?
The title refers to a mythical creature known for its deadly gaze, symbolizing the lethal nature of the ninja clans.
How many episodes does Basilisk have?
The series consists of a single season with a limited episode count.
Is Basilisk suitable for children?
The show contains violence and mature themes, making it more appropriate for teens and adults.
Are there any sequels or related series to Basilisk?
There is a sequel series continuation set in the same universe with a new story.