Product reviewsRurouni Kenshin: The Complete Series (DVD, 2010, 22-Disc Set)

My only issue.

The Heart Of The Sword disc was missing or skipping one episode. So, I once again ran to the store to purchase that disc specifically. Also one more thing, just like since the very original releases, the original ending is not in the "last" episode or in a deleted scene section. Unless, I'm just dumb or blind.Read full review...

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: new | Sold by: viktolaski

Bad luck - some discs defective

Love the series and item arrived in great new condition as described, but when I checked out all the discs, a few were defective. For example, trying to select the menu options on one of the disc's causes the entire player to freeze and you cannot change language options. Another disc won't show an entire episode because it freezes and the skips after opening credits to the closing credits. :( Bad luck with this purchase.Read full review...

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: new | Sold by: tandlbusiness

Happy that I bought it, good value, recommend to any fan.

Rurouni Kenshin Complete Series Box Set Review: I paid more money for this rare box set than I normally would and was a little disappointed when it arrived. First off, the only thing that was sealed was the entire box set itself. The three sets inside were not sealed at all. Second, and most importantly, was the set-up of the DVDs themselves inside. Instead of having a nice sliding format or a fold-open box, the DVDs were stacked-up on top of each other in the center. In fact, when I opened one set a disc fell out. Third was the flimsy material that was used in the big box. While this is a regular downside in anime box sets this one was especially cheap material for such a high cost. It already has a dent in it. My last disappointment is kind of nitpicky but there were absolutely no extras that came with this. I wasn’t expecting anything based on the description but it’s always nice when you open it up and see a collector’s pin or even a T-shirt. Now of course the most important part is how the DVDs play and as far as I know all of them play perfectly (I’ve only tested two). This is why even with all the glitches, I am still quite happy to own one of my favorite anime series. Also the seller did a GREAT job with packaging. It was in perfect condition when it arrived. I guess in the end I’d only recommend buying this if you are a big Kenshin fan or you really like collecting anime things.Read full review...

Overall I will buy from here again.

I loved this product. It is so hard to find this particular series in completion. The only issue I had was the first disc of season two played out of order. It started with the first episode, went to the fourth, then the third, then second. I also love the outtakes and liner notes. Read full review...

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: new | Sold by: all.seasons.365

cant go wrong with Kenshin- classic anime

would be 5 stars if it wasnt missing parts of at least one important episode. The part when Sanosuke is learning the techniques from Anji is missing. Huge disappointment. I feel like there were other bits missing but cant recall specifics. I know there were a couple jumps in the storyline from missing parts.Read full review...

Just what I needed

I recently watched the Rurouni Kenshin live-action movies and wanted to rewatch the anime. I looked everywhere but only found used and very expensive copies of the complete series. Was very happy to get this new one at this price. It is indeed brand new, and each season has a seperate DVD case. These are much larger than your typical DVD cases, and each comfortably houses multiple DVDs. There are no overlaps between the individual DVDs in each case, as every disc has it's own placeholder. I was expecting just the anime episodes, so I was very pleasantly surprised by the amount of extra features thrown in as well. Was worth every penny.Read full review...

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: new | Sold by: goobuygoo

Amazing anime. Definitely worth the time and money.

"In the period of time when Japan was undergoing its transition into the modern world (for you history buffs, this is after Commodore Perry's arrival in old Edo in the mid-1800s), the samurai was quickly becoming an obsolete piece of tradition that was hindering the new government's ability to solidify its power. Using the Hitokiri (lit: man-cutters - professional killers), and the conscript army, the government was able to put down the rebellious samurai once and for all.

However, one of those Hitokiri, the most powerful and deadly of the lot, the one named Battousai ... gained a conscience. The deeds he had justified in the name of the new order had cost him his soul, and he could no longer serve the government in his duty. He swore he would never kill again, so he became a rurounin, a masterless wanderer who would use his powers to protect, rather than kill.

In a time when law was not yet just, and the lawless were still strong, only he was there to protect the innocent from those who would take away what little freedom they had. And he used his real name: Himura Kenshin. Can Kenshin hold his word that he would never again kill? Or will the onslaught of new threats finally force him to become yet again the Hitokiri Battousai ... one who relishes the sheen of blood on his sword?" -themanime-orgRead full review...

Great...but one disc had manufacturing defect

I love this show but the disc "The Heart of the Sword" was missing two episodes on it and had an episode from the next disc instead. It was very disappointing. But so far no more discs have had issues.Read full review...

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: goodwillnmi

Good quality for a excellent price!

These got to me 2 days sooner then the estimated delivery date given. I am quite pleased with them as most of them are in excellent condition. Two of the dvds have rather harsh scratches on them but seem to play with minimal issues so far. Overall great for the price asked. (I have seen some on other sites that wanted over $100 for them!) Plan on giving them to my boyfriend for Christmas as its his favorite anime.Read full review...

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: drjoe2010

Love the series

Great experience! Speedy shipping, packaged securely, nothing was damaged. Great price comparatively, based on the $100+ pricing I was seeing elsewhere. Nothing but love here.

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: new | Sold by: kungfudvdworldcom