Onihei Pilot

Step into the gritty underbelly of 18th-century Edo, where the line between justice and criminality blurs. This special introduces Heizou Hasegawa, a former samurai now tasked with maintaining order as the head of the Arson and Theft Control. Known as "Onihei" — Demon Heizou — for his unwavering resolve and cunning tactics, he navigates a world rife with intricate plots, moral ambiguities, and the constant threat of violence. Witness a master of deduction and combat as he confronts cunning thieves, ruthless bandits, and the shadowy figures pulling the strings of Edo's criminal underworld. With a sharp mind and an even sharper blade, Onihei dispenses his own brand of justice, often blurring the lines between hunter and hunted in this visceral, historical crime drama.

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