Beast Tamer

(16+) The first episode or two really didn't do it for me, but it ended up being a really good show and if you like fantasy adventure anime's this is a worthwhile one to watch. IMDB lists this as TV-MA because of some child physical abuse which was kind of surprising to see in this otherwise pretty straightforward tale. Just a few small scenes but I think that's why IMDB rated it MA. So, if you are overly offended by such things (and it is heinous, of course) then please steer clear of this otherwise very wholesome and uplifting series. The male protagonist is one of the most sincere, empathetic, and earnest heroes I have seen in anime. Recommended!

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This anime series is centre on Rein; he is a 'beast tamer' in a fantasy world. He was part of Arios, a hero's, party but other members thought his skills to be of little worth so kicked him out. While looking for new work he rescues Kanade. She is a member of a cat tribe, one of the superior species. By taming her he also gains her powers. As the series progresses he tames more superior species. With each one tamed his powers grow and his old allies start to wonder if they made a mistake when they expelled him.

I thought this was a fun little series if not the most original. It is clearly a harem series but manages to avoid excessive fan service. The story is fun and our protagonists are likable. There aren't too many surprises to be had... we can guess any threat Rein encounters will become part of his group if she happens to be a cute girl. The animation and character designs are solid enough. Overall I'd say this is worth a watch if you enjoy the genre. The end of the series suggests that what we've just watched is just the start of the story... whether or not more will be made is less obvious, I suspect not but would watch if there is more.

These comments are based on watching the series in Japanese with English subtitles.

There are lots of harem anime out there but most of them are just wanna be harem anime. Meaning the harem element is not the focus of those anime. The existent of Harem Element in those anime/Manga are useless and meaningless and not important at all. Writers include Harem Elements in those anime/manga as a FAN service and to get popularity/attention.

Well, this is different and unique. In "Beast Tamer", the protagonist must build a harem of powerful girls in order to became OP and continue his adventure. Otherwise, he won't be able to save the world. Since his world setting is High Fantasy there are very powerful being like beast, gods, monsters, demi-gods, demons and even Demon King. He needs to become OP. The story is great and simple to understand. The animation is beautiful. And there are no ecchi stuff, no nudity or 18+ scene. So, if you are a FAN of Harem anime that has High Fantasy setting, start watching this anime right now and became one with the protagonist and enjoy like it is your adventure. It's not realistic but it's what we Harem Fans want. A Harem with a Harem Ending in a Harem Anime.

This is a light fluffy series good to relax with and suitable for the family. Even though Rein, the Beast Tamer, accumulates a harem of cute demi-humans, it is like a family and not presented in a perverted or sexual manner.

The story begins with Rein kicked out of a "Hero" team and called useless. Rein is depressed and feels low self worth as he begins a solo career as an adventurer. Rein gradually accomplishes tasks and proves himself. He accumulates his own team of special creatures who support him and make him stronger.

This has a good combination of action adventure, quests, comedy and friendly fun. There are some nasty villains to create dramatic tension but not any blood and gore. This may be boring to some, but just right for others. I think this will share an audience with Land of Leadale. I personally find Leadale slightly more appealing, but Beast Tamer has better animation.

If you're looking for an anime with a unique plot, you won't find thar here. In fact, as far as storytelling goes, it's pretty paint by numbers for this genre, and that's not necessarily a bad thing.

The anime is light and fluffy with cute characters that stretches the "Babe of the Week" storytelling across a 12-episode season.

My main gripes of the first season is the complete lack of character development and the fact that Reign is just too much of a nice guy. Especially with someone who has childhood trauma, it's amazing how he just cuts through the nonsense to get to the point, especially in the final episodes.

I don't know if there's going ro be a second season, but if there is, it needs to address the character development issues immediately.