Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit
精霊の守り人
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About
Balsa the spearwoman is a wandering warrior, who takes on the task of saving lives, in atonement for a past sin. On her journey, she happens to save a prince, and is tasked with becoming his bodyguard. And he is going to need one, for his own father, the emperor, wants him dead. Throughout the story, Balsa's past will come to light and they will uncover mysteries about Chagum's condition while developing a family-like relationship with each other and others.
Cast
Mabuki Ando
as Balsa (voice)
Naoto Adachi
as Chagumu
Koji Tsujitani
as Tanda
Ako Mayama
as Torogai
Mayumi Asano
as Toya
Yoshinari Kobayashi
as Sagumu
Takkô Ishimori
as Hibitonan
Hirofumi Nojima
as Shuga
Hiroshi Naka
as Gakai
Atsushi Ono
as Emperor/Rai
Naomi Kusumi
as Mon
Masaya Matsukaze
as Jin
Kenichi Mochizuki
as Zen
Shinji Kawada
as Yun
Kohei Fukuhara
as Taga
Yuuki Masuda
as Sun
Takayuki Sasada
as Hyoku
Rintaro Nishi
as Jiguro
Kensho Ono
as Yasamu
Keiji Fujiwara
as Karuna
Seasons
Episodes
Season 1
Balsa, the Female Bodyguard
A female spear-wielder, Balsa, is recruited to protect the second prince of Yogo, Chagum, from his own father. The Emperor is determined to kill him, believing the prince is possessed by an evil water spirit.
The Hunter and the Hunted
Balsa makes preparations to leave the capital with Chagum. She must leave the city without being noticed; a task made difficult by the prince who has overcome with the grief of leaving his family. The Emperor dispatches four secret hunters to recover the prince and kill Balsa.
Mortal Combat
Balsa discovers that she and Chagum are being followed. She has no choice by to fight against the pursuers. In the confusion Balsa loses Chagum. She manages to rescue him but due to her wounds, Chagum must carry on by himself to Tanda's hut.
Torogai's Letter
Following Balsa's direction, Chagum successfully reached Tanda's house in the mountains. Balsa is able to catch up, but must now recuperate her strength. Balsa and Tanda nurture their relationship in the process.
Secret Advantage: the Blue Hand
Chagum's ailment is revealed by Torogai. Balsa knows that the Emperor will never openly search for the prince. However, when Chagum's staged funeral is held in the capital, a wide-area search for Balsa is in the works.
Death on Aogiri
Unable to determine Balsa's exact position, the Emperor's hunters split up. At the Aogiri Mountains they see Balsa and Chagum dragged down a cliff by a large wolf. They assume that Balsa and Chagum have died.
Chagum's Resolution
In order to remain hidden until next spring, Balsa buys a watermill and settles there with Chagum for the time being. To pass the time and make some money, they use the mill to grind grain for the local villagers.
Swordsmith
Balsa visits a great swordsmith to get a new blade for her spear. The smith agrees to forge her new blade, once he is convinced that Balsa did not kill the prince.
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Stream Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated animation, action & adventure, drama, and sci-fi & fantasy series originally produced in Japanese and released in 2007, it's earned a solid 7.8/10 from 68 viewers worldwide.
About Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit
Balsa the spearwoman is a wandering warrior, who takes on the task of saving lives, in atonement for a past sin. On her journey, she happens to save a prince, and is tasked with becoming his bodyguard. And he is going to need one, for his own father, the emperor, wants him dead. Throughout the story, Balsa's past will come to light and they will uncover mysteries about Chagum's condition while developing a family-like relationship with each other and others. Across 1 season and 26 episodes, originally airing on NHK BS2.
Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit Cast and Characters
The cast features Mabuki Ando (as Balsa (voice)), Naoto Adachi (as Chagumu), Koji Tsujitani (as Tanda), Ako Mayama (as Torogai), and Mayumi Asano (as Toya). Their performances are a major reason Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts, action sequences that don't feel cheap, and world-building that respects the audience's intelligence. If you enjoy Japanese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How many episodes does Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit have?
Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit has 26 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit good? What's the rating?
Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit holds a 7.8/10 rating based on 68 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit?
The main cast includes Mabuki Ando, Naoto Adachi, Koji Tsujitani, and Ako Mayama, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit available in Japanese?
Yes — Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit was originally produced in Japanese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit released?
Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit first aired in 2007.
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How many seasons and episodes does Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit have?
Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit currently has 1 season and a total of 26 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit about?
Balsa the spearwoman is a wandering warrior, who takes on the task of saving lives, in atonement for a past sin. On her journey, she happens to save a prince, and is tasked with becoming his bodyguard. And he is going to need one, for his own father, the emperor, wants him dead. Throughout the story, Balsa's past wi… It belongs to the Animation, Action & Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy genres.
In which language is Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit originally available?
Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit was originally produced in JA. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original JA audio. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit first released?
Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit first premiered on April 7, 2007 (2007). The series has since concluded its run.
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