As of July 2026, BASTARD‼ -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy- Season 1 aired in 2022 with 24 episodes — streaming now on Netflix. Full episode guide and where to watch below.

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BASTARD‼ -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy- Season 1

2022 24 Episodes Animation · Action & Adventure ⭐ 8/10

BASTARD‼ -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy- Season 1 has built a real following on and among viewers who want their sci-fi to think as hard as it looks. The show says what it needs to say in a single season, no filler. 146 viewers have already rated it on TMDB — the kind of consensus that does not happen by accident. Kisho Taniyama sets the tone, and the world-building does the rest. Start it whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, BASTARD‼ -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy- Season 1 earns its spot. What makes BASTARD‼ -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy- Season 1 work is that the ideas never crowd out the people having them. Season 1 of BASTARD‼ -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy- includes 24 episodes. It aired from June 2022 to September 2022. This season stars Kisho Taniyama, Tomori Kusunoki and Hiroki Yasumoto. Kisho Taniyama and Tomori Kusunoki lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 2022. BASTARD‼ -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy- Season 1 resists the temptation to explain everything, trusting the audience to sit with ambiguity. The hit rate here is high enough that skipping ahead never feels like an option.

Sci-fi fans who want ideas alongside the spectacle will find BASTARD‼ -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy- Season 1 genuinely rewarding. It stands on its own even without an obvious comparison point. Short enough to finish in a weekend, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Watch for Kisho Taniyama in particular — the performance elevates the material. Satisfying on multiple levels.

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🎬 BASTARD‼ -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy- Season 1 — Episode Guide

As the Dark Rebel Army closes in, the Kingdom of Meta-llicana falls to its knees. Its only hope lies in awakening a powerful but evil sorcerer.

Left with no other option, Yoko revives Dark Schneider once again when a terrifying multiheaded monster attacks the Kingdom of Meta-llicana.

The first of four seals that contain the God of Destruction breaks. As a crisis looms in sight, Yoko grapples with conflicting emotions.

Sheila and Dark Schneider set out to free Yoko, whose captor threatens to torment her unless she discloses how she unseals the powerful wizard.

The demon god Efreet unleashes deadly flames, and Dark Schneider must find a way out in order to save Yoko.

Outraged by Dark Schneider's success, Kall-Su orders Arshes Nei, a half-dark elf, to put an end to the reincarnated wizard before he grows too strong.

The Demon Beast

Arshes Nei sends sorcerer Kai Harn to defeat Dark Schneider, who uses High Ancient Magic to try to turn him into a stone statue.

Lucien reunites with Yoko in the forest, but they are soon attacked by a Werewolf soldier working for Count Di-amon, a powerful vampire.

While Dark Schneider struggles to break free from captivity, Yoko, Kai Harn and Sean Ari fend for themselves against Di-amon.

The Goddess of Thunder

The remaining members of the Divine Kings gather and vow to eliminate Dark Schneider. Abigail tests Arshes Nei's loyalty to their mission.

Dark Schneider and Arshes Nei reunite for the first time since his reincarnation. Baba, an old woman with prophetic powers, has an alarming vision.

Arshes Nei unleashes a surprise attack on the castle, getting the upper hand in her battle against a disarmed adversary.

Nearly equal in strength, two opponents ratchet up the rapidly escalating fight. Meanwhile, the warriors struggle with their emotions.

After Dark Schneider's sacrifice, his allies grieve a major loss. Meanwhile, Kall-Su and Abigail’s Army of Decay continue to wreak havoc.

Triumphant Return

Arshes and Gara face-off against Lynch but realize they are no match against the ruthless creature. Abigail receives word of Dark Schneider’s return.

With his newfound strength, Dark Schneider attempts to face Vivian — a Devil Mace-wielding cyclops fueled by Anthrasax’s immense power — all on his own.

Lich reaches Meta-llicana, seeking vengeance against Dark Schneider. The two face off but Arshes notices that something is off.

Secrets of the Sword

Yoko fearlessly stands up against Abigail. Facing Lich alone, Gara’s only chance of survival is to use the full potential of the Murasame Blade.

Empress of Thunder

Sensing danger, Arshes heads to Meta-llicana Castle and stops Abigail in his tracks when he sets out to collect the last seal.

After learning the secret of the final seal, Dark Schneider agrees to protect Sheila. Abigail reveals his true self and turns the tables on Arshes Nei.

🎭 Cast of BASTARD‼ -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy- Season 1

Kisho Taniyama

Kisho Taniyama

Dark Schneider (voice)

Tomori Kusunoki

Tomori Kusunoki

Tia Noto Yoko (voice)

Hiroki Yasumoto

Hiroki Yasumoto

Yoko Hikasa

Yoko Hikasa

Arshes Nei (voice)

Kanae Itou

Kanae Itou

Lucien Renlen (voice)

Tomokazu Sugita

Tomokazu Sugita

Abigail (voice)

Kensho Ono

Kall-Su (voice)

Nao Toyama

Nao Toyama

Sheila Tuel Meta-llicana (voice)

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