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Name: Kannazuki No Miko
Genre: Anime
Released: 2004-10-02
Cast: Ayako KawasumiTomo ShigematsuNonaka AiYukiko TagamiOmi Minami

TV-14
2004
1 Season
6.6 (400)

Kannazuki No Miko, also known as Destiny of the Shrine Maiden, is a 12-episode anime series that was released in 2004. The show revolves around two childhood friends, Himeko Kurusugawa (voiced by Ayako Kawasumi) and Chikane Himemiya (voiced by Tomo Shigematsu), who attend the prestigious Miator All-Girls High School in the small town of Mahoroba.

The story is set in an alternate universe where the fate of the world is tied to the appearance of two celestial bodies, the Red Moon and the Black Moon. During the time of the Red Moon, the Orochi, an ancient group of evil beings, awaken and begin their quest to destroy the world. The only way to stop the Orochi is by sacrificing the two shrine maidens, one from the east (Kurusugawa) and one from the west (Himemiya), who are destined to fall in love and be the key to stopping the Orochi.

As the two girls begin their new school year, they are immediately swept up in a whirlwind of drama and danger. There are strange rumors circulating about the reappearance of the Orochi, and Himeko starts to experience strange visions that only grow stronger as the weeks pass. Meanwhile, Chikane seems to be hiding a deep secret that she refuses to share with anyone, including Himeko.

Throughout the series, the two girls are forced to navigate their complicated feelings for each other while also trying to fight off the Orochi and save the world. They are aided by a group of friends and allies, including several other shrine maidens and a mysterious woman named Otoha (voiced by Nonaka Ai).

The show features a wide range of emotional themes, including love, friendship, sacrifice, and the struggle to find one's place in the world. The characters are all well-developed, with each one having their own unique personality and backstory that is explored throughout the series.

The animation in Kannazuki No Miko is beautiful and detailed, with a focus on intricate character designs and lush backgrounds. The show also features a hauntingly beautiful soundtrack that perfectly captures the emotional intensity of the story.

Overall, Kannazuki No Miko is a complex and emotional anime that explores deep themes of love, sacrifice, and destiny. It is a must-watch for fans of the yuri genre, as well as anyone looking for a thought-provoking and emotionally impactful anime experience.

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Seasons

12. Priestesses Of The Godless Month

December 18, 2004

After Himeko strikes Chikane's chest with her sword, they share a tender moment which ultimately reveals the unpleasant past the two Priestesses have shared in their past lives and how Chikane only pretended to want to kill her as to pay the cost this time around. The Orochi are finally defeated and everything goes back to normal, but at a price the two Priestesses were not ready to accept. At the end of the credits, a special ending is revealed which shows Himeko and Chikane being reunited.

11. Dance Of Swords

December 11, 2004

Himeko and SÅma enter into the final battle between the Orochi which ultimately leads Himeko to leave SÅma behind in order to find Chikane again. In the end, the two Priestesses have a battle together where the fate of the world rests in the balance.

10. Invitation of Love and Death

December 4, 2004

While doing the ritual alone, Himeko finally is able to revive Ame no Murakumo. Later, Chikane comes back home and the two Priestesses spend time together just as before everything began. However, it was shown all to be a ruse by Chikane who warns Himeko that she will kill her very soon.

9. To Hell

November 27, 2004

After the previous night, Himeko is still shaken up by what happened between her and Chikane. Later, her friend Makoto Saotome comes back to school and their friendship is finally healed. Meanwhile, Chikane begins fighting and in the process defeats each of the Orochi one by one until the only one left is SÅma.

8. Storm of the Silver Moon

November 20, 2004

During yet another outing with SÅma, Himeko searches for a present to give to Chikane since she knows something is not right with her. Upon returning to Chikane's mansion, Himeko is shocked to find that the Lunar Priestess has joined the Orochi, becoming the Eighth Neck. Chikane sexually assaults Himeko.

7. Rainfall in the Hell of Love

November 13, 2004

While SÅma and Himeko are on their date, it begins to rain and they take shelter in an abandoned warehouse. Meanwhile, Chikane has an encounter with the Second Neck of the Orochi who also begins playing with Chikane's feelings for Himeko. Later, the Third, Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Necks of the Orochi all attack SÅma while on his date with Himeko. After the fight, SÅma kisses Himeko.

6. You Who are the Sun

November 6, 2004

Some of the past is revealed on when Chikane and Himeko first met and how they became friends. Later, the Priestesses continue their training to become stronger, but fail once again. Finally, Himeko goes on her second date with SÅma.

5. Over the Darkness of Night

October 30, 2004

SÅma initially gets defeated by Tsubasa in their first fight and Tsubasa promises to return again. In the meantime, SÅma trains to get even stronger for their next fight. It is also revealed that Tsubasa is in fact SÅma's biological older brother.

4. Direction of Affection

October 23, 2004

SÅma invites Himeko to the amusement park on a date and Chikane tries her best to help Himeko prepare for her outing. While on their date, Tsubasa, the First Neck of the Orochi, attacks the couple as SÅma tries his best to protect Himeko.

3. Secret Love Shell

October 16, 2004

With nowhere else to stay, Chikane offers for Himeko to stay at her mansion for the time being. Later, Kazuki ÅŒgami reveals more about the Priestess's past and what they are meant to do to protect the world from the Orochi. Also, the Sixth Neck of the Orochi, Nekoko, attacks the Priestesses.

2. Overlapping Sun and Moon

October 9, 2004

The story of the Orochi and the Priestesses is revealed to the unsuspecting Solar and Lunar Priestesses. Later, Himeko contemplates on leaving the town, but first a fight ensues between the Priestesses and the Third Neck of the Orochi, Girochi. Finally, before things get too out of hand, SÅma comes to the Priestesses aide.

1. Country of this World

October 2, 2004

Chikane and Himeko share the same birthday and it's rapidly approaching. On the day of their birthday, the Orochi are awakened and at first SÅma attacks Himeko who is the Solar Priestess. Eventually, he comes to his senses and is able to fight back against another one of the Orochi, the Second Neck, Sister Miyako. Chikane and Himeko share a kiss.

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