Despite the huge popularity of the Knights of the Zodiac cartoon in France, not many people know that several series have emerged from the world of Saint Seiya over the years. This is especially true of The Lost Canvas, a prequel that takes place several centuries before the adventures of Seiya and his Bronze Knight allies.
Here’s everything you need to know about this 26-episode short series to discover on Netflix right now!
What is it about?
The Lost Canvas tells the tale of Athena, the ancient goddess of war and justice, and her loyal knight Pegasus, 250 years before the events of Knights of the Zodiac.
At what age should I watch this anime?
AlloCiné editors recommend this program for ages 10 and up, but with warning Due to a number of violent scenes and many brutal murders.
Why do teenagers love it?
- A new story that allows young audiences to experience the world of Saint Seiya.
- The series dated from 2010, with more modern animation!
- Epic battles, a sense of heroism and sacrifice, but less violence than in the previous series!
Who are the main characters?
- Tenma: More than two centuries before Seiya, this brave and fighting boy is entrusted with the bronze armor of Pegasus.
- Alone: Seemingly juicy and sensual, this young lad is the resurrection of the god of the underworld, Hades.
- Sasha: Marto’s younger sister, the latter is the reincarnation of Hades’ sworn enemy, the goddess of war, Athena!
- Shion: The current Golden Knight of Aries, the latter would later be named Grand Pope and reign for several centuries before killing off the saga as the Knights of the Zodiac.
- Dokho: This brave young man is the future Elder Master who will train Shiryu the Dragon in battle in the Knights of the Zodiac.
An anecdote that will surprise your teenager!
- When the French appropriate the myth of Saint Seiya, it gives rise to comics Knights of the Zodiac: A Time Odyssey (available September 30th from Kana Publications), an original story and first of all official, since it is directed by the manga author himself, Masami Kurumada.
- Knights of the Zodiac has had many spin-offs over the years. In addition to The Lost Canvas, its prequel, the original work was followed by several series (Omega and The Next Dimension), but also several spin-offs (Saintia Shô focused on female knights and Golden Soul, which contains gold. Knights).
DNA, Netflix, Crunchyroll… which platform should you subscribe to to watch Japanese anime?
Where should you watch this anime and how much will it cost?
The full series is available on Netflix (from €8.99 per month).
The manga Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas, consisting of 16 volumes, is available from publisher Kurokawa (€6.60 each, promotion of the first three for €3 each).
What other anime should you watch with your teenager next?
- KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC: SAINT SEIYA, a modernized remake of the original series.
- Saint Seiya Sentia ShoA spin-off after the adventures of a female knight.
- Saint Seiya: Chapter of Hades, the official sequel to Knights of the Zodiac, adapting the ending of the manga.
Source: allocine
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