The cover art isn't impressive. Xin looks flat, 2D. Which good anime doesn't have a good cover. Well, this one doesn't. And first few episodes frankly was not gripping. But it is loosely based on the history of the first emperor of China. That made me stay. The story must be good at the very least. Turns out i got used to the style of animation, and in fact it did improve after 30 episodes or so. But please do not judge it for the animation, still. I think it fills a void in anime as there isn't much out there with strategy on the battlefield and rich historical backgroud. There are a few interesting characters whom i hope gets to be developed. Still halfway through.
