The Flowers of Hard Blood

The Flowers of Hard Blood

A mute 13-year-old Shogi prodigy, haunted by her parents' murder, navigates the competitive world of professional play while confronting the secrets of her past.

CHARACTERS

Shion Yasuoka

Mute shogi-playing junior high student Shion seeks clues in the game to solve her parents' murder.

Portrayed by Kawasumi Ayako

Ayumi Saitou

Androgynous shogi player Ayumi disguises as a girl to compete and earn money for his ailing mother.

Portrayed by Park Romi

Saori Nikaidou

Elite shogi player Saori, Makoto's apprentice, seeks her mentor's approval and admires Shion.

Portrayed by Mizuno Risa

DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS

Studio

Studio Deen

Season

Fall 2007

Start Date

2007-10-14

End Date

2008-03-23

Episodes

22

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