Bastard!! Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy

BASTARD!! -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy-, also known as BASTARD!! -Dark God of Destruction- (2022), is a 2022 original net anime series based on the manga series written and illustrated by Kazushi Hagiwara. Produced by Liden Films, the first part of the series premiered worldwide on Netflix on June 30, 2022, with the second part released on September 15. The story revolves around the Kingdom of Meta-llicana, which seeks the help of a volatile dark wizard when evil forces threaten to resurrect Anthrasax, the God of Destruction. The series is known for its heavy metal rock style, dark fantasy setting, and intense action sequences. Key characters include the dark wizard Dark Schneider, who initially seeks to dominate the world but later allies with heroes, and his adoptive sister Tia Noto Yoko, who plays a crucial role in awakening him. BASTARD!! combines swords and sorcery, epic battles, and complex character relationships in an action-packed, dramatic fantasy adventure. The anime's soundtrack is composed by Yasuharu Takanashi, further enhancing its atmosphere.