A few years back, Netflix had a weak portfolio when it came to anime. But today, almost every top-tier anime is available on the streaming platform. In fact, now the service is joining hands with the Japanese creators to develop the Netflix Original anime series. Some of the best Netflix Original anime released not long back are Baki, A.I.C.O, B: The Beginning, Blue Period, and now, Bastard!! - Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy is about to join the list as well.
Bastard!! is a big name in the dark fantasy and sword and sorcery genre. Although its manga has been running since March 1988 with 24 volumes in total, it’s the first time we will be watching its proper anime series. Now that Bastard!! - Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy is coming close to its official release; here’s every information you need regarding the show’s arrival.
Bastard!! - Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy will release officially onThursday, June 30th, 2022,onNetflix. But as Netflix sets its shows for a concurrent release schedule, the timing will differ according to your location. So, here’s the schedule you need to follow. The timing is based on the schedule that Netflix follows for all its original shows.
There will be a total of 24 episodes to the series, but it will get released in two parts. Thirteen episodes will release in the first part on June 30th, while there’s no confirmed release date for the second part. But, it’s safe to assume that the second part will release sometime in 2022.
What Is Bastard!! - Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy About?
The anime is set in a post-apocalyptic world where humans are threatened by all kinds of strange monsters. Moreover, the evil forces threaten to resurrect Anthrasax, the god of destruction. Now, only an even more evil entity can only save humans, so the Kingdom of Metallicana summons a dark wizard for their help.
