Sarasa
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Estimated watch time
5h 12m
⚡ 3 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
War80%Fugitive80%Desert79%Dystopian79%Shoujo73%Post-Apocalyptic73%Female Protagonist73%Gender Bending73%Pirates66%Swordplay60%
TVFINISHED1998 SPRING6.7 / 10 AniList score
Legend of Basara
レジェンド オブ バサラ
Synopsis & Story
In a small village, twins are born: a boy, Tatara, and a girl, Sarasa. The prophet Nagi declares that Tatara is the chosen one who will free Japan from the tyrannical rule of the King and his four sons. But when the ruthless Red King slays Tatara, Sarasa must take on her brother's name and responsibilities and embark on a quest to free Japan and deliver vengeance to the Red King. (Source: Anime News Network)
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Legend of Basara: should you watch it?
At a glance
Legend of Basara has been met with mixed reactions, with an average AniList score of 67/100.
It ranks #16 highest-rated anime of 1998, and #21 most popular anime of 1998 on AniList.
At about 5 h 12 min in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Best for viewers who enjoy Action, Adventure, Drama — especially war, fugitive, desert, dystopian.
Episodes
13 episodes are listed.
Main cast & creators
- Original creator
- Yumi Tamura
- Director
- Yoshihiro Takamoto
- Music
- Toshiyuki Oomori
Legend of Basara FAQ
- How many episodes does Legend of Basara have?
- Legend of Basara has 13 episodes of about 24 minutes each, roughly 5 h 12 min in total.
- How long does it take to watch Legend of Basara?
- About 5 h 12 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 7 days; at one hour a day, about 6 days.
- Is Legend of Basara finished?
- Yes. Legend of Basara has finished airing.
- Is there a season 2 of Legend of Basara?
- No sequel is listed for Legend of Basara as of October 2026. You can continue the story in the original manga.
- Is Legend of Basara based on a manga?
- Yes. Legend of Basara adapts the manga by Yumi Tamura.