8.5
Mushi-shi: The Shadow that Devours the Sun
蟲師 特別篇「日蝕む翳」
8.5
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Synopsis
The entire countryside comes to a halt midday to witness a rare solar eclipse that is rumored to allow the average person to see Mushi. Unable to avert their gaze, the air is full of awe and wonder—but those who know the Mushi are preparing for the eclipse's aftermath. Based on a prediction from Tanyuu Karibusa, the cursed recorder, Mushishi Ginko finds himself in a very unlucky farming village. Immediately following the solar eclipse, a strange black cloud begins to gather in the sky and block...
Audience Guidance
AIRecommended age: 13+
moderate
Disturbing themesThemes of perpetual darkness, villagers resisting salvation, and existential dread around loss of sunlight.
mild
ViolenceBrief non-graphic depictions of Mushi affecting human bodies (e.g., shadowy growths).
mild
Substance useProtagonist smokes a pipe casually throughout.
A contemplative supernatural mystery where a wandering expert investigates a village plunged into unnatural darkness after a solar eclipse. The episode focuses on atmosphere and philosophical themes rather than action or horror, with some unsettling imagery and mature emotional undertones.
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Mushi-shi: The Shadow that Devours the Sun has 1 episodes.
Mushi-shi: The Shadow that Devours the Sun is currently finished airing.
Mushi-shi: The Shadow that Devours the Sun was produced by Artland.
Mushi-shi: The Shadow that Devours the Sun aired Jan 4, 2014.
Mushi-shi: The Shadow that Devours the Sun is based on a Manga.
A contemplative supernatural mystery where a wandering expert investigates a village plunged into unnatural darkness after a solar eclipse. The episode focuses on atmosphere and philosophical themes rather than action or horror, with some unsettling imagery and mature emotional undertones.
