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Blade and Soul (2014) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Alka is an assassin for the Clan of the Sword. She's on a journey to find the woman Jin Valel, who killed her master Hon. Jin is demon-like woman who controls the Energy of Chaos and kills without feeling - not unlike how Alka has learned to kill in her work as an assassin. On her journey, Alka encounters three strange women, each great warriors in their own right, and grapples with her slain master's wish that she leave the life of an assassin behind.

TV-MA • 2014 • 1 season

Age
17+

Blade & Soul is a fantasy action series that earns its TV-MA rating primarily through consistent, stylized violence and sexually suggestive imagery. The series focuses on a cold-blooded assassin’s quest for revenge, featuring frequent hand-to-hand combat, swordplay, and supernatural skirmishes. Parents should be aware of persistent sexual objectification, including skimpy character designs and revealing camera angles, alongside… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Yuki Takao
Yuki Takao
Ayahi Takagaki
Ayahi Takagaki
Sayaka Ohara
Sayaka Ohara
Aoi Yuuki
Aoi Yuuki
Sora Amamiya
Sora Amamiya
Marina Inoue
Marina Inoue
Ryoko Shiraishi
Ryoko Shiraishi
Shizuka Itoh
Shizuka Itoh
C
Choo
Rikiya Koyama
Rikiya Koyama
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Is Blade and Soul appropriate for kids?

Blade & Soul is a fantasy action series that earns its TV-MA rating primarily through consistent, stylized violence and sexually suggestive imagery. The series focuses on a cold-blooded assassin’s quest for revenge, featuring frequent hand-to-hand combat, swordplay, and… Read more — free account

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Substances Strong 6/10
Language Moderate 4/10
Sex/Nudity Intense 8/10
Violence/Gore Intense 10/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Blade and Soul

The series features occasional mild sexualization and fleeting glimpses of partial nudity, primarily in the context of the 'red light district' setting.

Violence and gore in Blade and Soul

Combat is frequent, featuring stylized martial arts, swordplay, and lethal force. While action is kinetic and intense, graphic gore is relatively limited, though characters are killed onscreen.

Language in Blade and Soul

The dialogue contains infrequent mild profanity, though language is generally not the focus of the series.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Blade and Soul

Alcohol consumption is depicted occasionally, usually within tavern settings or during social gatherings.

Mature themes in Blade and Soul

The narrative focuses on themes of revenge, emotional trauma, the consequences of violence, and the burden of the past. It explores heavy subject matter regarding morality and the loss of innocence.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blade and Soul appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Blade and Soul is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. Blade & Soul is a fantasy action series that earns its TV-MA rating primarily through consistent, stylized violence and sexually suggestive imagery. The series focuses on a cold-blooded assassin’s quest for revenge…

What age rating does Blade and Soul have?

Blade and Soul is rated TV-MA. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.

What is Blade and Soul about?

Blade & Soul is a fantasy action series that earns its TV-MA rating primarily through consistent, stylized violence and sexually suggestive imagery. The series focuses on a cold-blooded assassin’s quest for revenge, featuring frequent hand-to-hand combat, swordplay, and supernatural skirmishes. Parents should be aware…

How many seasons does Blade and Soul have?

Blade and Soul has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Blade and Soul?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Blade and Soul.

How violent is Blade and Soul?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Blade and Soul per our reviewers.

Is the language in Blade and Soul appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Blade and Soul.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Blade and Soul?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Blade and Soul.

What mature themes appear in Blade and Soul?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Blade and Soul.

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