Sunrise's 2013 mecha series Valvrave the Liberator has arrived on Hulu, complete with an English dub and subtitles. The show plunges into a future where the Dorsian military empire has invaded the neutral nation of JIOR. High school student Haruto Tokishima finds himself at the center of the conflict when he pilots the newly developed Valvrave, a sentient mecha with a dark secret.
The series is known for its ambitious, often chaotic, narrative that blends high school drama with intense mecha combat and elements of vampirism and body-swapping. Despite a mixed reception and a MAL score of 7.12, its unique premise and the pedigree of Studio Sunrise, the animation powerhouse behind Mobile Suit Gundam and Code Geass, make it a notable entry in the sci-fi genre.
With its 12-episode run now fully available on Hulu, Valvrave the Liberator offers a complete story for viewers looking to explore a distinct, albeit polarizing, take on the mecha genre. The series also spawned a second season, Valvrave the Liberator 2nd Season, which is also available on the platform.
