Rurouni Kenshin: The Way Of The Warrior
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- Опубликовано: 9 фев 2025
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Rurouni Kenshin is a perfect window into the end of the Edo and early Meiji era. A time when the remnants of the samurai still followed Bushido: the way of the warrior.
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RK is the GOAT, keep making more videos about it in the future plz!
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You are the best.
There's not enough videos on the internet talking about Rurouni Kenshin...... So far out of all the videos that I've seen that you can watch of this anime and manga you guys have the best interpretation for it. Amazing job guys........
Huzzah! A man of quality!!
@@fatfeline7164 "Indeed"
The creator of Rurouni Kenshin deserves to die he was caught with child porn.
@@jaredc5169 What?! What do you mean? holy shit dude.. how the fuck..
@@HEADASSLOOKINGAHHH Yeah child porn. But how explicit, who knows?
It surprises me that nobody ever talks about Saito. As a member of the defeated who found a place in the world of the victors, I found him to be such an interesting character.
He was kinda like that in real life
Exactly. I always put him on par with Kenshin at Shishio.
He was one of my favorites for sure! Love him.
The only way he could have coped with it is to use his privileged position as a police officer to continue to fight for what he thinks is honorable, aka "his kind of justice."
It makes me happy to see another Saito fan.
Yeah, Kenshin is underrated as a character.
He's unappreciated now but was incredibly popular though the mid 90's to late 00's. Trust & Betrayal is far & away my favorite Shonen anime adaption. Probably more to do with the more adult/darker style they went for.
Yes
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@@randomizer2240 agreed. I have the blu ray of trust and betrayal
Undoubtedly. Possibly one of the greatest characters in, not just anime, but fiction in general.
_"A True Warrior doesn't need a Sword"_
*-Thors* (Vinland Saga)
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That show is flames and the manga ending soon.but That thinking aslo got him clapped soo
All of them got it from Miyamoto Musashi
He had to used it till the very end, without that skill he is just another cuck..
One of the things that really hit me about Kenshin's story in the present was how his past as an assassin was only ever alluded to, never discussed in explicit detail. It was clear from the start that Kenshin is not happy or proud of the things he's done. I got the impression from his infamy that Kenshin was a notch or two below a full-blown serial killer. This was my imagination running away from me more than anything. When I found out about the "Trust and Betrayal" OVA about his days as an assassin, I had to watch it.
What I learned from "Trust and Betrayal" wasn't so much that Kenshin was ashamed of what he did, though he was deeply remorseful, but that Kenshin's life up to the main story of the manga and anime was one of tragedy and violence, with his only caretakers being viciously murdered. The truth of Kenshin's past isn't that he did any one thing, or even multiple things, that crossed a line in his mind. Rather, he came to realize that despite his beliefs that things needed to change, his skills were used for political ends and he was used to further an agenda more than anything. Coinciding with that, he fell in love but also realized that love was linked to an act of violence he committed, so realizing the human cost of his actions.
Kenshin is a traumatized war veteran, similar to our modern day veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan. The biggest hurdle he has to overcome in his arc is forgiving himself, because he has the opportunity to live a happy and peaceful life that keeps getting interrupted by continued civil unrest and violence. Adding salt to the wound, it becomes clear that the cause Kenshin fought for turned out to be as bad, or possibly worse, than the system he fought against to begin with.
Everything you said in this comment was facts, but I also need to add that kenshin being used to further a political agenda was something his master tried to stop from happening, he forbid kenshin from getting involved with The revolution because he knew what was going to happen and only after kenshin went through so much pain, and suffering, that's when he realized The error he had committed because his master was right, he was nothing but just a foolish boy
This analysis is really thoughtful. There's just one problem: Himura Kenshin was never considered a samurai. He was born of slain peasants and adopted by a ronin. His name is even a kind of farce since he didn't really inherit it (his given name was Shinta and his surname was unknown). His role as hitokiri absolved him from any duties expected of samurai, but also meant that he was unlanded (not an owner of property) and he had no status aside from the notoriety he gained from his skills. All of these factors played a significant role in his character development and the message Watsuki Nobuhiro was trying to convey.
I think that only makes the message stronger. His iron code wasn't formed by his blood but by the way he was raised and the choices he made.
It's just an erroneous use of samurai in place of warrior or swordsman.
Kenshin wasn't born a samurai, but he did play the part of one during the Revolution.
@Kevin Byrnes Most definitely.
@@ameyukikaze By fighting to overthrow samurai rule...? I'm not sure I follow.
The first video about Rurouni Kenshin was one of the reasons why i subscribed. And im not regretting it one bit to this day.
Thank you very much because this anime was my dragon ball Z.
Yeah. Rewatching it as an adult hit different.
Wow that is also the main reason why I subscribed too! Rurouni Kenshin is so underrated
@@jonazWC facts
This just reminds me of Itachi s sad quote..as someone dealing with depression
" So, tell me where should i go to the left where nothing is right, or to the right where nothing is left"
Hey. You doing ok?
Rurouni Kenshin means a lot to me and I will never forget that.
I have always remember the time Kenshin vs Shishio, that was extremely awesome.
A shame the author was caught with child porn
True.
Have a great day ahead of you! 😄
God Bless! Stay strong, stay safe and take care of yourselves! Wishing everyone the best! 😇 💗
@@popo237 yeah very sad
Have a great day ahead of you! 😄
God Bless! Stay strong, stay safe and take care of yourselves! Wishing everyone the best! 😇 💗
I feel like most don't want to talk about Kenshin anymore due to the whole mangaka debacle. Thank you for focusing on the actual work.
ah more Kenshin content just what I need in my life this anime and manga has so much to give and explore, the consequences of your actions, decisions, mistakes, war, or just simply falling in love, wanting to leave the past behind and fix the wrongs, that sometimes won´t leave you, having convictions that what you´re doing is for the right thing while at the same time understanding that maybe what you´re doing wrong, knowing that your way of seeing the world is not the right one and be all end all, and that you might as well be wrong, and many more, I love this keep it up!
Couldn't have said better myself
Have a great day ahead of you! 😄
God Bless! Stay strong, stay safe and take care of yourselves! Wishing everyone the best! 😇 💗
"Call me your toilet because i saw that shit coming"
Quotes like this is why im subscribed to Bonsai Pop ..
Never clicked on a video faster, theres no enough Rurouni Kenshin content out here
Bro I Just Love This Anime Series
I just have to say I truly appreciate you and all of the comments. Seriously, Rurouni Kenshin is my favorite show/manga of all time. It hit me in a way no other show could. The combination of history and moral lessons really taught me a lot. To this day I find myself rewatching the show once a year. I'm glad to see people still care about the series and characters. Its a shame series like this aren't more popular.
just finished the fight between Shishio and Kenshin last night and woke up rushing to this vid. Great job Mike!
Thank you for making this. RK is my favorite of all time.
that's how you do a sponsorship, damn
This series has a special place in my heart. When I was a younger man I spent so many hours watching, reading, and even drawing these characters. Thanks for the fantastic content
Kenshin and Shishio one of the greatest enemies and rivals in all of anime
Favorite swordsman anime ever
I just finished Tales of Berseria, which had two characters who were samurai who followed the way of the warrior. That game helped me understand what makes a fighter fight, and this was the perfect way to accent that.
this was chill af
“Two legendary swordsman, one scarred on the outside and the other scarred on the inside” I probably sound dumb for this but that’s so beautiful man I’ve never heard anybody put it that way before. Shits so deep.
That Kenshin/Shishio figure is epitome of badassery
To all the people that are fans of this anime. PLEASE watch the live action trilogy!!! They are the only live action anime movies that live up to the source anime!
Yep it was all great. Watched all of them when they were released in the cinema with my family.
Have a great day ahead of you! 😄
God Bless! Stay strong, stay safe and take care of yourselves! Wishing everyone the best! 😇 💗
I remember watching this series as a kid I was 10 going on 11 years old it has a special place in my heart
#proudpatreon Keeping the chill on high as always Mike. Good job. And way to keep the Sponsor on point. You guys do this Patreon proud.
I'd come back for any Kenshin video. Both videos were very well done.
Man what a video you made, this one alongside The Art of Redemption are probably two of my favorite videos on the whole platform, Rurouni Kenshin is my favorite series of all time, I've been following it since I was 6 years old and there are just so much to talk about it, the thematic is just huge, I hope you make more content about Kenshin on the future, we need it in this website since the videos about it or analizing it seem kinda scase, great chanel dude the sub is worth it a 100 times.
Video essays on my favorite anime/manga of all time are rare. Happy to see when one pops up
I'm soo happy I found this channel! His videos do not disappoint! Each one is as great as the last! This man is a goddamn poet!
Your last video got me into watching Kenshin again after so long, and I loved getting back into it. Thanks. This vid was good too, after having just rewatch Kenshin vs Shishio not too long ago.
I was just thinking about how much I enjoyed the first video and how much I miss ruruoni kenshin
Nevermind season 2 manga
Steve Blum was dope as Lord shisho voice
Steve Blum is always dope
MMA KING jr also as spike and many other goats
@@crimaijaii8128 he also the great onizuka , zabuza, orochimaru black WarGreymon ect
Saito was too, dude was intimidating
This was so well done! I’ve been doing extensive research over Bushido and its history, and this not only adds up, but presents a tremendous display of history, culture, and a wholesome tribute to one of my top favourite anime of all time. Well done!
I'm actually writing a manga that mixes chanbara and hip-hop (yes, I know Afro Samurai did that) called De La Samuraidaz.
Sounds nice
@@jashardwallington thanks! I wish I had some pages to show.
That's cool, i actually did a fan-fiction manga short that's a prequel to Afro Samurai called "Afro Samurai: The Legend of Rokutaro". It's about how Afro's Dad and Justice becoming enemies, set 20 years before the anime.
@@ramonantoniobennett-ryuuke6301 nice! Where can I read it?
@@TreyStation64 deviantart.com! Look up Ramon Antonio Ryuuken and all my works, artwork, manga-shorts are there including this short story. It's very short tho.
First off, hot dang that statue looks incredible, though I weep at how pricey it is. Alas.
Fantastic video! Shishio makes such an incredible antagonist for embodying not just the opposite views and philosophies of Kenshin, but also a good chunk of Japan as well. The series is as much about culture as it is characters, and is as fascinating as it is entertaining.
I just found your channel and I am LOVING it! Please, more Rurouni Kenshin content! 😍
I haven't seen this show but I stopped by to say that I LOVE Bansai Pop!
So happy to read so much love for Kenshin. As many of you I feel there's not enough attention to this amazing anime/Manga
I know that Kenshin and Shishio are on each side of the same coin...this video explained it really nicely.
your channel hasnt even been up for a year yet your production quality and scripting is top notch
When i see Rurouni Kenshin, I press the LIKE button.
That was a beautifully written video essay. Well done, friend.
One of my favorite parts of this fight is right after it finishes. Saito pulls out a cigarette while the arena is collapsing and tells Kenshin he'll catch up with him, then goes down with the arena.
bonsaisamurai is a great code lol
Super bonsai samurai The leader of the pasta clan.
_small tree sword guy, he likes noodles_
Love your videos, I always go back to rewatch and make sure I caught the message behind the video
Always wished for a Rurouni Kenshin open world RPG wherein we follow Kenshin's journey from the Bakamatsu until the end of the Shishio Arc.
Imagine all the npcs you can interact with and people you can help or not along the way. Choose the path of good wanderer or sellsword murderer.
Kenshin can make choices that either lead him on the path of redemption or the path of battousai that each have its own buffs, techniques, and attribute boosts.
Imagine the first time learning new techniques from Master Hiko.
Sounds like a KOTOR + Witcher 3 collab.
Been meaning to watch this over. Thanks for the push.
woah. . that got real deep, real quick! also yah the figurama. . . sweet jesus, what a work of art!!
the greatest mix of shojo and shonen in anime history I can think of
10:10
" ..as a child he had but to be instructed as indeed he was from his earliest years in the etiquette of self-immolation.."
I've never come across a channel so steeped in philosophy. I love this kind of content.
Congrats on the sponsorship! Also, great episode, I LOVE RK and it’s great to see it discussed this often! Guess you guys must like it too to be the first anime you guys covered twice :)
I cant say it enough but the live action movie of Rurouni Kenshin is the BEST anime to movie conversion I have seen. The movie had a budget, used practical effects to show Kenshin's speed and agility, and it was over 2 hrs long instead of trying to cram everything into 80 minutes. It's a film I have shown to people who are not anime fans or have seen the original and they still loved it, check it out.
I love the story’s of the Samurai and how they told the retelling of how they live
THE TIMING!!!! I JUST started re-watching this 2 days ago lol
also mentioned it on nux's channel, I hope it enters a flex vid :p
brother.. im no career adviser, but im a professional educator and a newspaper writer.. i HIGHLY RECOMMEND you use your talents as a histo/philo/literary educator... the ability to break down highly complex concepts into simple and understandable terms, and doing so in a very eloquent manner, is very pleasing... one day i'll try to meet you guys at bonsai pop. you guys are legendary
That shot with Tomoe still gets me.
love these videos and i always enjoyed kenshin as a character and as a person.
That Kenshin figure is Sick AF!
This video was so good it brought tears to my eyes.
Damn now I want to watch Rurouni Kenshin for a third time. Well the first 2 seasons at least lol.
Love the videos man they are really inspirational for me because I am working on my own story and your analysis gives me awsome ideals.
Love your videos bro so much information I never had and your love of the art shows. Only thing is I usually rewatch whatever series you talk about Lol. On ep 43 of rurouni kenshin now. Keep makin em and I’ll keep watching !
Faviroute anime ever I even have a big tattoo, this anime will always be in my heart
@benjamin ramsey I have never actually read the manga, I will give it a try thanks for suggesting it
@benjamin ramsey yeah I heard about watsuki aswell but to be honest I couldn't care. Like you said it does not change my opinion. And I'm more disappointed in the fact that when they arrested watsuki he was in the makings of writing a new arc to the rk anime. I think he still is so we should have another rk arc to watch in a year or so hopefully.
I'd love to see a comparative video between Rurouni Kenshin and Samurai Champloo, since they both deal with samurai living in an age where they are no longer needed, and focus on characters who can't or don't want to leave that life behind. Jin seems to align relatively with Kenshin, while Kariya seems to resound more with Shishio.
I absolutely loved this
I am indeed late to this, but love the new look at Kenshin. Love these deep dives.
so im writing a manga,i know a lot of you dont care but i still feel like i need to tell you guys,it is in script format right now and it has 80 pages wort of script,not done yet tho,its going to be called Crimson Heir and it is inspired by Berserk and HxH,if you like any of those 2 you will most likely like this one aswell since it has the tone and feel simular to berserk with the world building and power system not as good but pritty good compered to HxHs nen,its going to be an Action,adventure,vampires,demons,seinen, with some HP love craft sprinkled for the mix,im hoping i will do chapter 1 soon and mabe you can do a video about it some day hehe,but at any rate thanks for reading this,my intention when writing Crimson Heir was to make something that will saticfy Berserk and HxH fans and to fill the hole left from those 2 series,i will not let these series down,thanks for reading.
sounds dope, keep at it and crank that sucker out :D
Oh and one more thing, don't go hiatus
@@scaredycart4232 ill try,LUL,if ill have fans like you 2 ill be able to pump out chapters every mounts easy
You got this. Keep it going and don't stop.
@@LeoArmada cant wait to see the first draft!
great video you guys are nailing the subject matter as always a cool and interesting topic to both cover and watch the only problem I see is the fact the the term Rurouni is reserved specifically for swordsman who never served a master and never did so I find it interesting to hear you describe Kenshin is the last of the samurai despite him being mostly opposed to everything they were and represent but that is neither here nor there this is still a great video that I enjoyed watching cause I love the anime and I hope you guys end up doing more
Great vid. Happy almost one year anniversary guys!
Beautifully said, I always look forward to your reviews
Awesome work man ! Another Trigun episode would be great
Not a bad video Bonsai Pop keep it up.
This is beautiful.
I saw the thumbnail and title, then said yes as I clicked to watch the video.
Sometimes I rewatch this video cause that beat fire
Great video, great figurine and a happy early anniversary guys. My favorite video is still A Silent Voice, as hard as it is to watch that movie it truely is a piece of art. I’m still gonna keep bugging you guys for more KyoAni works so here’s your fair warning. xD #proudpatron
More Kenshin vids please!!! These are great!
That's Thor from Ragnarok. A creator-owned series from Walt Simmon about Thor missing in the last battle, Love the video
Easily one of my favorite anime of all time.
Kinda wish it ended after the Shishio arc though.
Yu Yu Hakusho is my 1st favorite anime & Ruroni Kenshin is my 2nd favorite of all time
If you feel like making Rurouni Kenshin content again, I would love to see some analysis related to the jinchu saga from the manga. With new live action movies coming this summer I bet then would be the hottest time to strike that iron. Great job on this video and the statue looks pretty sick.
My childhood.....Love this
I'd love to see another video on Berserker , I'd also love for you to cover Trinity Blood.
Pretty good. Watched the first video. Please make more. ✌
I brushed against the freckles that I hated so time goes on and I heave a little sigh for you.❤
I can't believe I'm just now seeing the parallels between Shishio stabbing Yumi and Kenshin stabbing Tomoe.
>finally finds someone talking about favorite anime
>subs
I thought the ideas in this video which cover the purpose of samurai was never really relevant to the battle that Shishio and Kenshin have (especially considering that neither were ever samurai lol), though I think your points about Kenshin and Shishio's, Christ and Lucifer like dynamic was interesting, and that final interpretation of Shishio's burning was something I'd really like to look more into.
Hey man, loved the video. Are you planning on talking about Trust & Betrayal or the Jinchuu Arc?
Ok one correction. Kenshin and Shishio weren't samurai. They were ronin who were serving the Meiji Ishin Shishi against the Shogunate. Hajime Saito and the Shinsengumi whom Kenshin and Shishio fought were more like samurai.
Kenshin GREATNESS
this was fantastic!!!
Chilling ending Lol
Dope figure too 👍
That statue is beautiful
I still don't understand why the final arc was never animated. That Kyoto Reanimation project was bull that we didn't need. They should've just taken the opportunity to animate the final arc that we got screwed on. A lot of people thought that maybe if the live action movies were successful enough & brought in enough revenue that maybe they would finally animate it, but so far no luck :(