The Folklore of Durarara!!: An Analysis of Celty and Saika

from Kami and Canon - Anime and Manga Lore and Japanese Folklore · host CTDev

In this podcast, we take a look at the supernatural elements within the anime Durarara!!. The discussion focuses on two key figures: Celty Sturluson, the Irish Dullahan, and Saika, the cursed Japanese sword. We explore their origins in real-world folklore and mythology and examine how the anime adapts these ancient stories to explore themes of identity, humanity, and connection in modern-day Tokyo.Tags:Durarara!!, Celty Sturluson, Saika, anime analysis, folklore, mythology, urban fantasy, Dullahan, cursed sword

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