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God Eater 2015

★ 7.2/10 · 150 votes TV-14 AnimationSci-Fi & Fantasy 1 seasons · 13 eps Ended
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What is God Eater?

In the early 2050s, unknown life forms begin their uncontrolled consumption of all life on Earth. These entities, eventually named "aragami," possess remarkable adaptability and an insatiable appetite that leads to the collapse of urban civilization.

Type
TV series
Year
2015
Status
Ended
Episodes
13
Runtime
24 minutes
First aired
Jul 12, 2015
Last aired
Mar 26, 2016
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
Tokyo MX
Genres
Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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In the early 2050s, unknown life forms begin their uncontrolled consumption of all life on Earth. These entities, eventually named "aragami," possess remarkable adaptability and an insatiable appetite that leads to the collapse of urban civilization. Conventional weapons prove ineffective against these beings, driving humanity toward extinction. Amid this crisis, a single hope emerges through the development of "God Arcs," which are living weapons incorporating Oracle cells. These weapons require specialized wielders who are organized into an elite force to combat the aragami threat. The series depicts humanity's struggle for survival against these overwhelming odds as civilization faces complete breakdown. The story focuses on the desperate measures taken by the remnants of human society to defend themselves using this new technology. The development of these living weapons represents humanity's last stand against extinction. The narrative explores themes of survival, sacrifice, and the lengths to which civilization will go when facing complete annihilation. The series portrays an ongoing conflict between the remnants of humanity and the relentless aragami.

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“Humanity fights for survival against shape-shifting monsters with living weapons.”

Reasons to watch
  • unique monster-design concepts
  • strong visual style and animation
  • exploration of human resilience
Keep in mind
  • limited character development
  • repetitive pacing in early episodes

you enjoy anime with existential threats and creative weaponry.

Contains violence and dark themes suitable for teens and adults.

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Frequently asked questions

What are aragami?

Aragami are monstrous life forms born from Oracle cells that consume all other life.

What is a God Arc?

A God Arc is a living weapon made from Oracle cells used to fight aragami.

Is this based on a game?

Yes, the series is adapted from the God Eater video game franchise.

How many seasons does it have?

The series aired from 2015 to 2016 with continuing seasons.

Where can I watch it?

It is available on various streaming platforms; check local listings for details.