In order to prevent widespread famine due to a catastrophic drought, the Star Readers in Shin Yogo must come up with a plan. Legend has it that the first emperor, along with eight brave warriors, defeated a water demon to save their land from a great drought. If another water demon were to appear, its death could bring salvation. However, this time the water demon is inside Prince Chagum, who must be sacrificed by his father's order to save the empire. Meanwhile, Balsa, a mysterious mercenary with a sacred vow, arrives in Shin Yogo on business and saves Chagum from an assassination attempt. She is then tasked with protecting him from the emperor and his hunters. Seirei no Moribito follows Balsa as she embarks on her journey to protect Chagum while exploring themes of life, nature, family, and the bonds that form between strangers.
Seirei no Moribito is based on Nahoko Uehashis Moribito novel series. It adapts the first novel in the series, and greatly expands the midsection of the novel.
A warrior from Kanbal named Balsa uses her spear to save lives as an act of penance after spending her life saving others. Despite claiming to be a hired bodyguard, she is practical and unconcerned wi...
The second prince of the royal family is Chagum. He carries within him the egg of a defeated water spirit, which is believed to be responsible for the "Drought Sign" interpreted by the empire's star d...
Torogai is an old shaman and Tandas teacher in the mystic arts. After learning of the water spirit and meeting with Balsa and the prince, she now tries to tries to unveil the truth behind Chagums poss...
The young girl who befriended Balsa is an orphan living with Touya in a modest dwelling in the city. Like Touya, she was rescued by Balsa and they became close friends. However, when Balsa needed her ...
Mother to Chagum, she was the one who requested Balsa to become Chagums bodyguard. (Wikipedia)...
One of the initial pursuers sent to retrieve prince Chagum after Balsa leaves with him. Head of the hunters. (Wikipedia)...
In Nayuga's spiritual realm, there exists a being known as Yona Ro Gai. On occasion, this entity provides Torogai with insights regarding the water spirit that dwells in Chagum....
Sagums tutor, later entrusted by Shuga with the responsibility of organizing the translations of the Secret Tome. (Wikipedia)...
Tanda is a herbalist who lives in the mountains, trained by Torogai as a shaman. Despite his lack of skill in this area, he excels at medicine due to treating Balas wounds for years. He and Balas have...
In the anime, Sagum is Chagum's older brother who deeply cares about him. After it was assumed that Chagum had passed away and his belongings were ordered to be burned, Sagum took on the responsibilit...
The individual who initially sought to capture Prince Chagum following Balsa's departure with him did so. After obtaining the prince, Jin contemplated ending his life to prevent having to die at his f...
The youngest master star diviner has joined his Majestys Secret Service due to his exceptional skills. Despite not believing in superstitions, he is tasked with investigating Chagums possession and pr...
The individual who initially pursued Prince Chagum after Balsa left with him has a scar on his nose. He also possesses an exceptional photographic memory, as evidenced by his ability to recall the ent...
A young boy who is close friends with balsa and considers her like a sister. he was rescued by her, along with sayas, and because of this, he's determined to assist her on her journey....