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Drifters Will Be Released on Blu-ray and DVD on October 8
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Anime UK News Drifters manga on October 8.
Both editions will contain the 12 television episodes of Drifters, but not the two subsequent OVA episodes. The Blu-ray and DVD will also contain a 40-page booklet on the series; a poster; character-art magnets; and artcards.
The manga centers around Shimazu Toyohisa, the real-life samurai who fought in the pivotal Battle of Sekigahara. In his dying moments, Shimazu is transported to a world of magic with other famous warriors throughout history. These warriors are forced to fight each other in an endless battle.
The anime celebrates the 70th anniversary of Ryōji Nakamori (Hellsing Ultimate) designed the characters and also served as chief animation director.