---
title: "Strike the Blood"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/strike-the-blood-2013"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 61440
imdb_id: "tt2789238"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 5
episodes_count: 58
runtime_minutes: 24
community_rating: 6.9
vote_count: 81
content_rating: "TV-MA"
---

# Strike the Blood (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/strike-the-blood-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Strike the Blood is a television series that premiered in 2013 and ran until 2022. Created by Gakuto Mikumo, the show features voice performances from Yoshimasa Hosoya, Asami Seto, Risa Taneda, and Rina Hidaka. The narrative centers on Kojou Akatsuki, a high school student living in the Demon District of Itogami Island. His life changes significantly after an encounter grants him the abilities of a vampire. It is subsequently discovered that Kojou is the fourth primogenitor, a powerful vampire previously thought to be a legend. Due to his immense destructive potential, the Lion King Organization dispatches an apprentice sword-shaman named Yukina Himeragi to monitor him. Her mission is to observe Kojou and eliminate him if he becomes a threat to the world. The series, which depicts a powerful vampire causing chaos in Japan, is available for streaming on platforms such as Crunchyroll in both subbed and dubbed formats. Additional information regarding the production can be found through the Internet Movie Database.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A high school student becomes a legendary vampire and chaos ensues."

### Why Watch
- Dynamic vampire lore with political intrigue
- Strong female lead as a sword-wielding monitor
- High-stakes battles and supernatural chaos

### Caveats & Content Note
- Premise may appeal mainly to vampire anime fans
- Pacing can feel rushed at times
- Tone & Suitability: Contains fantasy violence, intense scenes, and mature themes suitable for teens and adults.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action-packed, supernatural, intense, mysterious, fast-paced

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Crunchyroll | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Strike the Blood (24 Episodes)
Strike the Blood is an anime television series that revolves around Kojou Akatsuki, a high school student who gains remarkable abilities after a fateful encounter. He is discovered to be the fourth primogenitor, an immensely powerful vampire considered to be a legend. The Lion King Organization sends an apprentice sword-shaman, Yukina Himeragi, to monitor Kojou and protect the city from various emerging chaotic forces. Kojou and Yukina form an unlikely alliance as they navigate their circumstances and work together to safeguard the city.

## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 58
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 10 (17%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 48 (83%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Hisako Kanemoto** as *Natsuki Minamiya (voice)*
- **Yoshimasa Hosoya** as *Kojou Akatsuki (voice)*
- **Risa Taneda** as *Yukina Himeragi (voice)*
- **Asami Seto** as *Asagi Aiba (voice)*
- **Rina Hidaka** as *Nagisa Akatsuki (voice)*
- **Ryota Osaka** as *Motoki Yaze (voice)*
- **Ikumi Hayama** as *Sayaka Kirasaka (voice)*
- **Yuka Iguchi** as *Astarte (voice)*
- **Sayaka Senbongi** as *Yuiri Haba (voice)*
- **Kaede Hondo** as *Shio Hikawa (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is Strike the Blood based on a manga or light novel?
It is based on a light novel series written by Gakuto Mikumo.

### Q: How many episodes are in the first season?
The first season of Strike the Blood aired from 2013 to 2014.

### Q: Who is sent to monitor the main character?
Yukina Himeragi, an apprentice sword-shaman, is sent to monitor him.

### Q: What makes the protagonist special?
He is revealed to be the Fourth Primogenitor, a legendary and powerful vampire.

### Q: Are there sequels or additional seasons?
Yes, there are follow-up OVA series titled Strike the Blood II and III.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Strike | Buy, sell & send bitcoin – low fees & high limits](https://strike.me/)
- [Strike the Blood (TV Series 2013-2022) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2789238/)
- [Strike (TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strike_(TV_series))
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- [Watch Strike the Blood - Crunchyroll](https://www.crunchyroll.com/series/GRX0M59K6/strike-the-blood)
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