Library Wars

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  • 2008
  • 1 Season

Library Wars is an anime television series that revolves around the story of an alternate Japan where the country's government has created the Media Betterment Committee, an organization tasked with censoring books and other forms of media that are deemed to be harmful to the public. To counter this oppressive censorship, the country's libraries have formed the Library Defense Force (LDF), a group of dedicated librarians and soldiers who have pledged to defend intellectual freedom at all costs.

The show follows the story of Iku Kasahara, a young woman who dreams of joining the LDF and fighting for the right to access information. Despite her physical limitations and her lack of experience, Iku is determined to become a member of the LDF and is accepted into their training program. There, she meets her fellow trainees, including the cool and collected Atsushi Dojo, the serious and focused Mikihisa Komaki, and the free-spirited Hikaru Tezuka.

As Iku and her fellow trainees go through rigorous training sessions, they soon learn that the road ahead will not be easy. The Media Betterment Committee is constantly looking for ways to shut down libraries and silence those who stand up against their oppressive practices. In addition, the LDF is often criticized by the media and the public for their methods, which involve using force to defend intellectual freedom.

Despite the challenges they face, the LDF remains dedicated to their cause and is willing to do whatever it takes to protect their right to access information. The show's tense action scenes and thrilling battles between the LDF and the Media Betterment Committee are a testament to their unwavering resolve.

However, Library Wars is not just about action and adventure. The show also delves into more complex themes, such as censorship, the power of literature, and the importance of freedom of speech. Throughout the series, we see how the LDF's fight for intellectual freedom impacts the lives of people across Japan, from young children who are eager to learn, to adults who are trying to make sense of their changing world.

The characters in Library Wars are equally complex and engaging. Iku Kasahara is a strong and determined protagonist who is willing to put her life on the line to defend the freedom of others. Atsushi Dojo is a talented and focused LDF officer who takes his duty seriously, but also has a soft spot for Iku. Mikihisa Komaki is the team's strategist, who always thinks several steps ahead and helps the team navigate tricky situations. And Hikaru Tezuka is the team's mechanic and resident troublemaker, who always manages to lighten the mood with his antics.

Overall, Library Wars is a thrilling and thought-provoking anime television series that is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. Its mix of action, drama, and complex themes make it a must-watch for fans of the genre, and its engaging characters and emotional storytelling are sure to leave a lasting impression. Whether you're a fan of anime or just looking for a great action series with a powerful message, Library Wars is not to be missed.

Library Wars is a series that ran for 1 seasons (13 episodes) between April 11, 2008 and on viewster

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Situation Love Handicap
13. Situation Love Handicap
April 11, 2008
Kasahara is nearly molested at the library, setting off a strange conversation about the hearing-impaired, and invasion of privacy.
The Library is for Who's Sake?
12. The Library is for Who's Sake?
April 11, 2008
Kasahara is ambushed by a bloodthirsty reporter, Dojo is diagnosed with agnosia, and Inamine decides to step down! Will this spell the end of the LDF?
Struggle to the Death! The Defense of Ibaraki Prefectural Exhibition
11. Struggle to the Death! The Defense of Ibaraki Prefectural Exhibition
April 11, 2008
M.B.A. task force units crash the party, leading to a violent shootout. Meanwhile, Commander Sugawara tries to destroy evidence against her...
Explosion of Backing Home
10. Explosion of Backing Home
April 11, 2008
On a mission to train a peace-loving library in Ibaraki Prefecture, Kasahara soon finds herself a victim of bullying...
Here Comes the Promotion Test
9. Here Comes the Promotion Test
April 11, 2008
Kasahara's studies are sidetracked when she has a panic attack after realizing that the man who saved her may be Dojo himself!
Satoshi Tezuka's Schemes
8. Satoshi Tezuka's Schemes
April 11, 2008
Kasahara is interrogated by officials of the LDF's Administration Faction. Hikaru suspects that his brother, Satoshi, may be behind it...
Reference of Love
7. Reference of Love
April 11, 2008
Shibasaki starts meeting with a man named Hikaru Asahina regarding the Library Force ... and the library where Shibasaki is employed!
Library Corps Refrain from Firing
6. Library Corps Refrain from Firing
April 11, 2008
Kasahara and Lt. Komaki are caught up in a violent shootout during a mission to transport a rare, valuable book back known as the "Book of Prophecy".
Parental Disturbance Strategy
5. Parental Disturbance Strategy
April 11, 2008
Kasahara wants to keep her job a secret. But when she accidentally catches a thief in the library during her parent's visit, it may be in jeopardy.
Rescue the Book General
4. Rescue the Book General
April 11, 2008
Kasahara and Inamine are taken hostage by a pro-M.B.A. faction called the Bakushukai, leading to a hostage rescue operation by Ryusuke and Dojo.
Odawara Battle
3. Odawara Battle
April 11, 2008
M.B.A. special forces launch an operation to seize banned materials from an Odawara museum dedicated to media preservation...
Library Task Force
2. Library Task Force
April 11, 2008
Kasahara gets into a rivalry with fellow LDF soldier Hikaru Tezuka. Later, M.B.A. special forces operatives launch a raid on the Kantō library.
My Prince Charming is in the LDF
1. My Prince Charming is in the LDF
April 11, 2008
After Iku Kasahara almost loses her favorite book to censors, she is inspired to join the Library Defense Force, and find the man who saved her book.
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Where to Watch Library Wars
Library Wars is available for streaming on the viewster website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Library Wars on demand at Amazon Prime.
  • Premiere Date
    April 11, 2008