The series Bakemonogatari can be summed up to contain elements of the supernatural, e.g., vampires, apparitions, spectres, etc. It begins with being introduced to Araragi meeting Senjougahara by catching her as she falls on a flight of spiral stairs. In this instance, what throws off Araragi is Senjougahara’s lack of weight, that is she is ‘as light as a feather.’ Her weightlessness is caused by a spirit that took away her weight. Fortunately for her, Araragi knows someone who can cure this ailment, Oshino. Oshino is the man who helped Araragi in his previous state that resulted in him being part vampire. Although Oshino’s treatments are successful, some residual side effects remain. Additionally, Oshino will cure the other victims. Throughout the series, Araragi attempts to help several female characters resolve their troubles of various paranormal maladies. Each arch throughout these 15 episodes develops Araragi and his colorful female counterparts’ recovery in restoring their humanity.

In comparing Bakemonogatari with Dance in the Vampire Bund, both their methods of storytelling are very identical. In addition, they have an array of supernatural species and deliver the intentions of the series in a very straightforward manner.

The Hellsing Organization was created to find and destroy every threatening supernatural force in the country. Hellsing is supported by the British government to hide the existence of monsters in order to protect and keep the general population at peace. The main characters are Integra Hellsing, heir to the Hellsing Organization, and Alucard, a very powerful vampire who pledged allegiance to the Hellsing Organization centuries ago. Police officer Seras Victoria enters the story as she is investigating her missing peers. As Alucard performs the duties of the Hellsing Organization, he finds a priest who alternatively has been turning people into ghouls. In a hostage situation with the priest and Seras Victoria, Alucard shoots them both. Clinging to life, Alucard offers to save Seras Victoria by turning her. Consequently, Seras Victoria’s transition progresses throughout the series. In addition, the alliance of these two species: monster and human are revered in order to keep the public safe.

In comparing Hellsing with Dance in the Vampire Bund, these two are action packed with lots of battle scenes. Hellsing and Dance in the Vampire Bund also demonstrate a twisted and dark theme. Moreover, each character greatly enhances the plot thus strengthening the series. Their structures truly push viewers to experience the world of humans and the supernatural.

Black Blood Brothers begins with Jirou and his younger brother Kotaro, “old blood vampires”, who a decade before fought a harsh war against to Kowloon clan, a very violent group of vampires. When returning to an area known as the Special Zone, things are unlike what they should be in peaceful times. There is growing conflict among various sects of vampires, threatening the safety of “red blood humans” and “black blood vampires” within the vicinity. Furthermore, descendants of the Kowloon clan also emerge, attempting to occupy the Special Zone and reclaim their dominance over society. When Jirou’s younger brother is abducted by the Kowloon clan, war veteran Jirou is once again called to fight the war against the relentless clan and preserve the harmony between humans and vampires.

In comparing Black Blood Brothers with Dance in the Vampire Bund, between both anime, they share the identical concept of the traditional embodiment of what vampires should ideally portray. Incredibly enthralling, both will leave you eager to find out ‘what is next.’

Vampire Knight begins by highlighting the historical background of Yuki Cross and vampires. In recollecting the few memories of her childhood, she recalls the day she was attacked by a vampire and conversely is saved by one, Kaname. Time has passed. She is now attending Cross Academy where her adoptive father is the headmaster. Notable about Cross Academy is that it accepts humans for day courses and vampires for night. A recognized figure, Yuki is a guardian to vampires, especially to Kaname and serves as a great link between humans and vampires.

In addition to the duo is Zero Kiryu, whose experience tremendously differs from Yuki in that he hates vampires for killing his parents many years ago and can never grow to trust them. When peace is maintained between humans and vampires at the academy for some time, incidents of hostilities arise due to personal conflicts interfering with their duties. As tensions increase between the love trio, the vampire/human coexisting nature is questioned where each side contemplates whether the arranged relation is serving an ulterior motive.

In comparing Black Blood Brothers with Dance in the Vampire Bund, the two stories mainly feature a romantic component involved in interspecies coupling. In a scenario where the concept is newly introduced, that in itself is a fascinating feat.

The setting of Shiki takes place in the small village of Sotoba. A strange family, the Kirishiki, recently move into this remote village, residing in a very large castle on the outskirts. At around the same time the family moves in, mysterious and unexplained chain of deaths have occurred. As this phenomenon takes over Sotoba, Dr. Toshio Ozaki begins to investigate what is going on among the inhabitants. He treats his patients as normal, but as strange symptoms appear more rapidly, Toshio is perplexed on how to diagnose proper treatment.

Highlighting characters also include Natsuno, a boy who aids Toshio, Megumi, who is obsessed with Natsuno, Seishin, the village priest, Sunako Kirishiki, and several others. Moreover, with many dying and the dead become undead, the villagers are completely baffled in determining methods on how to save the dying, the undead, and the Shiki.

In comparing Shiki with Dance in the Vampire Bund, the similarities between the two involve the mystery and horror of an invading vampire force attempting to make a claim on humanity’s ecosystem. Both series exhibit dark undertones and take a strong stance in deciding what is ethically right to do: the freedom to live without foreign occupation or hostilities threatening their livelihood.

Vampire Princess Miyu and her companion, Larva, protect the world of the living from god-demons called Shinma who suck the soul out of humans. Ironically, she is part human and part Shinma, but is unaware of her heritage until after the death of her parents. As such, she is destined to save humanity. In order to cast away the Shinma back into the darkness, she herself must suck the essence out of the victims. More composed than your average blood-sucker, she chooses her targets carefully which draws attention to Himiko, a spiritualist. As Miyu’s appeal and gift of providing eternal happiness draws a desire for her victims to offer what she needs so willingly, it is easy for them to succumb to her. Although Miyu feels she is not part of the human race, what she is fated to undertake is powered by good and ideal of a greater cause.

In comparing Vampire Princess Miyu with Dance in the Vampire Bund, their backgrounds place a huge emphasis on the ability for life to function within the worlds of vampires and human, making this belief a possible reality. Additionally, fear of the unknown is what keeps humanity from accepting this fate. Both Princess Miyu and Princess Mina express this notion patently.