In this wild episode of The Battle Phase Podcast, the stars align (after several scheduling mishaps) to finally bring you the long-awaited discussion on Darker than Black, the 2007 anime that's as elusive as it is enigmatic. After what can only be described as a cursed production journey—with multiple reschedules, tech issues, and general chaos—Bard and the Boys take a deep dive into this cult classic.

Join us as we untangle the strange history of Darker than Black, from its unorthodox creation to the bizarre production journey that brought it to life. We discuss the talented (and occasionally troubled) people behind the series, including their work on other iconic projects, and explore the show's perplexing plot, unforgettable characters, and mind-bending themes.

This episode is full of laughs, disbelief, and a whole lot of why is this anime so hard to watch? So buckle up for a journey into the heart of one of anime's most mysterious (and "cursed") gems, as we finally bring you the episode that almost wasn’t.