Queen's Blade

So finally I got around and watched the first episode of Queen's Blade and there are things to be said about this series.

Firstly, there's so much fanservice and nakedness that you almost think that its hentai. I mean right off the bat on the first fight, there's clothes coming off. Something like the picture below has become the norm on Queen's Blade, and in fact they show nipples on the show.

Putting aside the extreme ecchi, there is a story tied to the series and this is why I will keep watching the series. I want to see where it goes with the story and prove wrong that its not just another show with big-breasted women swinging their swords ripping off clothes for no reason at all.

The story is as follows:

In 4 years time the competition that will decide who the next Queen shall be will start. The strongest warrior will continue to rule the country according to tradition and expand it. The contestants need only be older than 12 years. They need not be human, intelligent or even of that country. The rules for the tournament are simple: murder is allowed. Any weapon can be chosen. The winner is decided when one of the participants flees or can't move anymore. Such event is broadcasted through a crystal sphere by the court's magic teacher to all population to see and enjoy.

What are your thoughts on Queen's Blade? Good series to watch or a series to go on the trash bin?