6.9
The Faraway Paladin
最果てのパラディン
6.9
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Synopsis
Born into a new world after a life of stagnancy, Will awakens to the faces of a skeleton, a ghost, and a mummy. Living in the ruins of a city long fallen, the three raise Will as their own. The skeleton— Blood—teaches him to fight; the ghost—Gus—teaches him magic; and the mummy—Mary—teaches him religion and responsibility. Most importantly, they all teach him love. As Will grows up and learns about the world he was born into, he prepares for the day when he must finally set out on his own...
Background
Saihate no Paladin was released on Blu-ray from January 26, 2022 to March 23, 2022.
AI Synopsis
AI · OriginalA lone boy raised by undead mentors embarks on a divine quest to fulfill a promise that could reshape a shattered world.
When Will awakens in a desolate realm, his only companions are an ancient skeleton named Blood, a wistful specter called Gus, and a solemn mummy known as Mary. Adopted by these undead mentors, he learns the fundamentals of combat, arcane arts, and the doctrines of the dead god they serve. Their unconventional upbringing is steeped in bittersweet affection, forging in Will a resolve to understand the world that abandoned him. As he reaches the age of adulthood, the kingdom’s rite demands a solemn oath to a deity, granting divine favor proportional to the pledge’s sincerity. Determined to honor the promise he made to his guardians, Will sets out from the crumbling ruins, armed with sword, spell, and faith. The journey thrusts him into a sprawling, war‑torn continent where mortals and monsters alike vie for survival. Along the way, he confronts the hidden motives of his undead caretakers, uncovers the truth behind the cataclysm that shattered the ancient city, and learns that every vow—no matter how noble—carries a price. Will’s quest becomes a meditation on duty, sacrifice, and the fragile line between life and death, as he strives to become the paladin his oath demands.
Undead MentorsDivine OathComing‑of‑AgeFantasy AdventureMoral Reckoning
Audience Guidance
AIRecommended age: 13+
moderate
ViolenceFantasy combat with swords and magic; some blood and creature deaths but not graphic gore.
moderate
Disturbing themesCentral story involves a child raised by undead parental figures who eventually pass on; themes of grief, mortality, and existential purpose.
A thoughtful fantasy about a boy raised by three undead guardians who teach him combat, magic, and faith before he sets out on his own. The series handles death and parental loss with emotional weight rather than shock, making it a mature but accessible coming-of-age story for young teens.
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The Faraway Paladin has 12 episodes.
The Faraway Paladin is currently finished airing.
The Faraway Paladin was produced by Children's Playground Entertainment.
The Faraway Paladin aired Oct 9, 2021 to Jan 3, 2022.
The Faraway Paladin is based on a Light novel.
A thoughtful fantasy about a boy raised by three undead guardians who teach him combat, magic, and faith before he sets out on his own. The series handles death and parental loss with emotional weight rather than shock, making it a mature but accessible coming-of-age story for young teens.
