The number one reason you should watch Shakugan no Shana is that the main character has an adorable tsundere personality. But if you are not a fan of -dere archetypes, don’t worry. Shakugan no Shana also has many other things to offer, like a promising plot, likable characters, a grim but light story theme, action, and last but not least, romance.
The animation is not the best but good enough; however, it takes a huge jump in quality during action scenes and makes it so pleasurable to watch. The story has a good amount of drama and suspense with comedy. But romance and action are the show’s selling points, and it is a must-watch if you are a fan of the action-romance combo genre.
If you are thinking of giving the Shakugan no Shana anime series a try, here’s a guide to help you watch it in the correct order.
Shakugan no Shana Watch Order:
1. Shakugan no Shana (Episodes 1-13)
Alternate Title: Shakugan no Shana: Season I
Episodes: 1-13 out of 24
2. Shakugan no Shana: Koi to Onsen no Kougai Gakushuu!
Alternate Title: None
Episodes: 1 (OVA)
3. Shakugan no Shana (Episodes 14-24)
Alternate Title: Shakugan no Shana: Season I
Episodes: 14-24 out of 24
4. Shakugan no Shana Movie
Alternate Title: Shakugan no Shana: The Movie
Episodes: 1 (Movie)
5. Shakugan no Shana II (Second)
Alternate Title: Shakugan no Shana: Season II
Episodes: 24
6. Shakugan no Shana S
Alternate Title: Shakugan no Shana S: OVA Series
Episodes: 4 (OVA)
7. Shakugan no Shana III (Final)
Alternate Title: Shakugan no Shana: Season III
Episodes: 24
Shakugan no Shana is an action romance anime series adapted from the light novel series of the same name written by Yashichiro Takahashi and illustrated by Noizi Itou.
Synopsis: Crimson Denizens are mysterious beings from a parallel universe who feed on human souls and leave them in a form called Torches. A human turned into a Torche will eventually be destroyed, and their memories will vanish from others’ minds making them forget their existence.
Yuuji Sakai, a high schooler, was attacked by a Crimson Denizen, but luckily, a crimson-haired girl came to his rescue. However, he later realizes that the girl was late to save him because he has already turned into a Torche waiting to be extinguished.
