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Dororo

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The greedy samurai lord Daigo Kagemitsu's land is dying, and he would do anything for power, even renounce Buddha and make a pact with demons. His prayers are answered by 12 demons who grant him the power he desires by aiding his prefecture's growth, but at a price. When Kagemitsu's first son is born, the boy has no limbs, no nose, no eyes, no ears, nor even skin—yet still, he lives. This child is disposed of in a river and forgotten.

But as luck would have it, he is saved by a medicine man who provides him with prosthetics and weapons, allowing for him to survive and fend for himself. The boy lives and grows, and although he cannot see, hear, or feel anything, he must defeat the demons that...

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What does Hyakkimaru lose in Dororo?

Hyakkimaru is born missing many body parts because his father Daigo Kagemitsu makes a pact with demons. As Hyakkimaru defeats demons, he gradually regains parts of his body.

Who is Dororo in the anime?

Dororo is a young thief who becomes Hyakkimaru's companion on the road. The story is named after Dororo even though Hyakkimaru's body and demon curse drive much of the plot.

Is Dororo based on an Osamu Tezuka manga?

Yes. Dororo is based on the manga by Osamu Tezuka, one of Japan's most important manga creators. The story has been adapted more than once, including the well-known 2019 anime version.

How many demons are in the 2019 Dororo anime?

The 2019 anime uses 12 demons connected to Daigo Kagemitsu's pact. That number shapes Hyakkimaru's journey as he fights to recover what was taken from him.

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