Warning: The following contains spoilers for Vampire Dormitory episode 1!!
Summary
The Vampire Dormitory introduces a unique take on vampire mythology, where blood tastes better based on love. This intriguing metaphor for how Ruka and Mito's relationship develops depending on how her blood tastes to him is an interesting take on many of the tropes seen primarily in the novel. vampire theory. The vampire dormitory challenges gender stereotypes in anime, with Ruka remaining unaware of Mito's true identity while struggling with preconceived notions about what blood type he might have. drink.
The first episode of the new movie Crunchyroll series called Vampire dormitory introduced a fascinating twist on how these eponymous creatures perceive human blood in already established vampire mythology. This unique twist not only represents one of the popular reasons why anime appeals to so many people, but also reflects what the underrated vampire romance has achieved so thoroughly. perfect on HIDIVE.
In the vampire dormitory, Blood tastes better to vampires when their victims are loved or have loved someone else. Based on the special circumstances of vampire Ruka and human Mito, Ruka feels compelled to make Mito's blood taste better and Mito desperately wants to be loved.
Therefore, the basis of how good Mito's blood tastes to Ruka would serve as a potential basis. A startling metaphor for the relationship that will inevitably form between them.
Based on the manga by Ema Tōyama; produced by Studio Blanc
A rather nuanced form of storytelling that tends to exist throughout the anime industry involves the use of strong metaphors often portrayed through supernatural means. Some of the more effective examples include cases where anime reinterprets a popular concept to pursue it. The vampire dormitory certainly falls into the latter category, as the older view of blood in vampire mythology is that these creatures survive only because of it. However, since the act of bloodsucking often involves some aspect of promiscuity, Vampire Dormitory's creation of a creative parallel between blood and love seems especially effective.
As mentioned before, this particular direction feels like a response to a similar vampire romance on HIDIVE called Call of the Night. In that series, love is measured by the victim's ability to turn into a vampire after their blood is consumed. In that case, the human is willing to become a vampire, but because the protagonist struggles with love, they try to build a relationship with their vampire lover in pursuit of that goal. The Call of the Night thus becomes a nuanced commentary on the difference between lust and love, especially when the human and his vampire friend become extremely close by the end. season one to the point where the audience was confused as to why he became so incredibly close. not filmed yet.
Vampire Dormitory introduces intriguing ideas surrounding gender in Anime
The series takes the idea of a character disguising his true identity
Of course, Vampire Dormitory introduced other instances of its own exclusive twists, making Ruka and Mito's relationship even more unique. The fact that Mito also had to be loved so that her blood would taste better to the vampires added another level to their own journey. However, the final plot twist in episode 1 also offers something completely different, both attracting a different set of fans and further complicating perceptions of Mito and Ruka's relationship. Ruka has trouble drinking women's blood and wants to experiment with Mito because he thinks Mito is a beautiful boy when in reality Mito is a girl.
While gender-misinterpreted terms are nothing new in anime, with other shoujo series like Ouran High School Host Club popularizing the term, the special formula of Vampire Dormitory naturally creates a complex conflict that the main pair will face as their relationship develops. Because Ruka believes that Mito is just an ordinary pretty boy, he is none the wiser in believing that he cannot turn women into his slaves, which is exactly what he is doing. Obviously, since Mito's true identity will likely be revealed at some point later in the series, it will be interesting to see how Ruka's preconceived ideas will change as a result. how. Notwithstanding, Vampire dormitory Great combination of pre-established rules regarding vampirism in the novel while adding many unique flavors.
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