Black Rock Shooter

Black Rock Shooter (2012)

EndedAnimation showDrama, Action, Adventure, Anime

These young girls hearts are pure, and then violent! Mato Kuroi just got into junior high school, and on the first day, someone catches her eye; her classmate Yomi Takanashi. The two meet. The innocent and naive Mato. The mature Yomi. Seemingly opposites, but the time they spend together only strengthens a growing friendship. But as they go into their second year at the school, they get placed in separate classes, and they begin to grow apart. But somewhere simultaneously... In another world, a young girl, blue fire residing in her eyes, Black Rock Shooter faces another young girl; this one holding a jet-black scythe, Dead Master, and a battle to the death begins to unfold.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 00:45 (25 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E08Overcome the WorldMärz 22, 2012
S01E07Wish Upon the Star Shooting Through the DarkMärz 15, 2012
S01E06A Hope That Shouldn't Have Been ThereMärz 8, 2012
S01E05Black★Rock ShooterMärz 1, 2012
S01E04The World I Once Dreamt of ClosesFeb. 23, 2012
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Black Rock Shooter' premiere?

'Black Rock Shooter' premiered on February 2, 2012.

Who is the main protagonist of 'Black Rock Shooter'?

The main protagonist of 'Black Rock Shooter' is Mato Kuroi.

What is 'Black Rock Shooter' based on?

'Black Rock Shooter' is based on a song and original character design created by Ryo and illustrator Huke, respectively.

What is the name of the alternate world in 'Black Rock Shooter'?

The name of the alternate world in 'Black Rock Shooter' is 'Otherworld'.

Who is the main antagonist in 'Black Rock Shooter'?

The main antagonist in 'Black Rock Shooter' is Black Gold Saw.

Who is the director of 'Black Rock Shooter'?

Shinobu Yoshioka is the director of 'Black Rock Shooter'.

What is the genre of 'Black Rock Shooter'?

'Black Rock Shooter' is a science fiction and action anime.

How many episodes does 'Black Rock Shooter' have?

'Black Rock Shooter' has 8 episodes.

Who is the voice actor for the character Black Rock Shooter?

The character Black Rock Shooter is voiced by Kana Hanazawa.

Who wrote the screenplay for 'Black Rock Shooter'?

Mari Okada wrote the screenplay for 'Black Rock Shooter'.

What is the name of the book series that compliments 'Black Rock Shooter'?

The name of the book series that compliments 'Black Rock Shooter' is 'Black Rock Shooter: Innocent Soul'.

Who is the animation studio behind 'Black Rock Shooter'?

Studio Ordet and Sanzigen are the animation studios behind 'Black Rock Shooter'.

What is the name of the character that Mato befriends and provides narration for the series?

The name of the character that Mato befriends and provides narration for the series is Yomi Takanashi.

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Also known as

  • Burakku Rokku Shuta
  • Black★Rock Shooter (Japan)

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