The Mystic Archives of Dantalian - Recommendations

DarkEmerl123 says...

Both series have a similar format, with a guy finding an intelligent girl in a library, and then they solve mysteries together. In Gosick, the case looks like it has a supernatural answer and it is just a lot of tricks, when in Dantalian no Shoka, it loks like a normal murder but it is supernatural. In other words, Dantalian no Shoka is like a supernatural version of Gosick.

Shiraiyuki says...

I think Dantalian no Shoka and Gosick are similar in more then one way.For example, the characters, the girls are both very smart, they're both bookworms too, and they look like dolls. The guys are the overprotective-type, the type that would sacrifice himself for the safety of the girl.

For short, if you like/liked one I'm sure you'll like the other.

MADwonderholic says...

Gosick and Dantalian no Shoka have a very similar feel to them. They are both set in Europe, and the male lead finds their companion in a similar fashion. The female leads both are bookworms and possess a lot of knowledge. Dantalian no Shoka is more supernatural-based than Gosick but if you like one you'd definitely like the other.

DarkMagicianGirl says...

Gosick and Dantalian no shoka are really similair because of the girls the both love books, all kind of sweets and mysteries to solve. Both have boys who protect them. And are jelous of a the best girlfriend of the boys. If you loved gosickyou will love Dantalian no shoka and vice versa.

HasseRovdjur says...

There's a lot of similarites between these two shows. Setting-wise, both feature a guy that's the 'Watson' of the pair, and a mysterious and bibliophiliac waif of a girl dressed in gothic dresses and the setting is early 20th century Europe, albeit in different countries. Thematically, they are both mainly about mysteries, though of different kinds. To top it all off, they have very similar styles of animation and character designs.

 

If you liked either, you should check out the other. I find that they complement each other pretty well.

Suimin says...

When you watch Dantalian no Shoka, you immediately think of Gosick, or vice versa depending on which you've seen first. Both of these anime are about genius detective girls who like to read books, eat sweets, and wear gothic lolita outfits full time. There is also an overly kind male lead who spends his time with her. They both take place in Europe in the past. Both anime also deal with murder mysteries.

diclonius1 says...

Both series are quite similar. They're about a guy who meets a girl in a library and they start solving mysteries together. Even the main characters resemble one another. Both Victorique (Gosick) and Dalian (Dantalian no Shoka) love reading books, are tsunderes, act like babies and really like sweets. Dantalian is more supernatural though. If you liked one you'll surely like the other too.

pukahuntus says...

From the beggining the likeness of these 2 series is quite striking- whilst Dantalian no Shoka is slightly more super natural, I can summarise the storyline of both in 3 bullet points; BOY meets GIRL, GIRL likes books, BOY and GIRL solve mysterious mysteries. If you like either of these animes, I hereby entice you to watch the other: DO IT!

Nicknames says...

Both anime are quite similar because they feature a loli tsundere who loves reading and solve mysteries along with a male partner who protects her, and both of them are set in Europe. The main difference between Gosick and Dantalian no Shoka is that the mysteries in Dantalian no Shoka are more supernatural while in Gosick is just a normal mystery. Anyway, if you like one you'll like the other one too.

eaper says...

These series each follow an extremely smart loli and her partner around as they try to solve various mysteries with a touch of supernatural (well, a lot of supernatural in Dantalian). The lead females both also love books and sweets. Finally, each story takes place near WW2. If these things excite you, consider watching the other.

somepeoplefly says...

Both Anime's have similar animation styles, and similar character types.

Both are set in a victorian era, with a small enigma of a girl and a boy/man that stumbles upon her. Both animes solve mysteries. 

Although gosick does have a slightly supernatural element to it, Dantalian has more.

sven7 says...

The two shows share a lot of similarities from the style of story telling, to the characters, and overall intrigue of an original story. It is undeniably easy to tranistion from watching one to the other. Both stories have a way of pulling your curiosity deeper and deeper, both which have an unsympathetic style of explaining parts as the viewer desires, instead holding itself until the opportune moment. 

mmag13 says...

Well, as others have said, there are many similarities between these two anime.  In both Gosick and Dantalian no Shoka, the plot revolves around a young man who finds an analytical, bookworm of a girl in a library.  In both of these anime, the pair combine to solve various mysteries that pop up.  Dantalian no Shoka has more of a supernatural feel to it, but never the less, if you liked one, you should try the other.

Bind says...

Both of the series share a similar setting where the protagonist meets a girl in a library. The storyline is also quite similar in that the protagonist ends up protecting her from the big bad.

bunnylovesanime says...

Both series feature a victorian era couple solving crimes/murders. Both feature a head strong girl who learns to trust and form a strong friendship with an adventurous slightly less head strong boy. Both stories feature beautiful scenery, great mysteries, and fantastic characters.

Grach says...

The plot for both of these is strikingly similar - the newly arrived main character meets a girl who seems to know everything there is to know and spend their time reading, and eventually form a bond while solving mysteries with said girl. They also take place in a similar time period; shortly after the end of the First World War.

There are so few dissimilarities that transitioning from one to the other is easily done!  

cico1105 says...

aver, primer episodio, se encuentra con una chica de contextura pequeña y cree q es una muñeca, adicta al azucar, egocentrica, despotica...jajaja larga vida a victorique

si vieron gosick este les deve de sonar familiar. 

FullmetalDragon says...

These are basically the same anime, although I prefer Gosick way more. The main characters are practically identical, it's actually quite funny how similar they are.

Franzi says...

It's like I'm watching the same thing! Characters are very similar. Only exception is the age gap between the two main male characters. Like one, then you'll like the other.

Astelia says...

They have an atmosphere of mystery and even horror. Yet almost every episode ends in a nice way that truly encourage you to move forward and live your life.

Lamia69MJ says...

Both has Kinda same Mysterious Vibe & Interesting Story it gives what it shows No More No less..Worth Watching 

kumoyume says...

if you're seeking an anime where the main characters are up against many mysteries that they must solve in order to put to rest not only their present but also their pasts then look no further than these two.

diz1776 says...

Both these title feature heavy european influences which is  visually pleasing. Not surpisinlgy both protaganists have blonde hair. They seem to incorporate a lot of supernatural elements.  If you like one you should check out the other.

eaper says...

These series each have a pair working together in Europe mixing together mystery and the supernatural. Working as a close pair chosen in another world, these pairs use wit and supernatural powers in order to try to find the truth.

kio3459 says...

both have very european themes, bossy female characters, great story lines, and especially great music/soundtracks (OST, character themes).  Please check out.

mmag13 says...

European flair, supernatural occurences, all with a good dash of mystery mixed in?  The previous sentence describes both Dantalian no Shoka and Pandora Hearts.  If you liked one, the other is sure to please you as well.

Nanamy says...

The story takes place in europe in both, they are fantasy action and mystery, the main character of the story with blond hair from prestigious family both optimistic personality, meets a lonely girl who turns out to be some kind of contractor, Alice has long dark hair as dalian, both has a huge appetite,both girls says what they thinks without regard to the consequences.

Aokidanza says...

Both these series involve mystery and supernatural aspects. The main character solves a different mystery about every episode with the aid of a supernatural partner, who tends to serve as an ace up the sleve for apprehending the suspects in the end. Un-Go is more focused on the mysteries, though, while Dantalian no Shoka is more about the supernatural.

JerichoxBarrons says...

Both of these anime are about mysteries and a pair who go around solving them. In Dantalian no Shoka there is Huey and Dalian, and in Un-Go there is Yuuki and Inga. :)

eaper says...

These series each focus around a set of mysteries that slowly begin to tie into one another. Furthermore, the main character in each is assisted by someone of a supernatural variety. If you like mixing the supernatural and mystery, these work well together.

mmag13 says...

Un-Go and Dantalian no Shoka are both series focusing on mystery.  In each, the main character is assisted by a sidekick with unusual powers.  So they don't go about solving the mystery in a conventional, straightfoward manner, but with the help of said abilities.  If you liked Un-Go, be sure to check out DnS (and vice versa).

hotspot says...

Both anime aren't very much alike, but they do have a similar theme when it comes to certain characters.

As I was watching Chaika:Coffin Princess, I noticed something that reminded me of Dantalian No Shoka. Basically, both anime have a very similar theme. Both main girl characters wear mostly one color of clothes, and as the story progresses, you find out there are other girls with other color combinations that are equally as important and either have a similar mission or similar power. Both anime have a girl in complete Red, Black and White; and two out of three of the girls are both good guys, while the others are not so good. Also, each girl has at least one guardian that helps protect or fight with her.

LailanD says...

I decided to watch Hitsugi no Chaika from the recommendations of Dantalian no Shoka. And yes, it is a very good anime.

Whereiscake says...

It has pretty much the same vibe and art style 

both inclue demons. crimes and some kind magic 

hhhoww says...

both animes are in the victorian era in England

A sweet tooth is shared by both main characters

the black butler has 2 seasons a few movies and a couple of OVAs which would be perfect for hardcore fans

Black butler does not disappoint the viewer with unexpected twists gore and mystery

the characters in Black butler are simply unforgettable every character is highlighted in a very unique way fitting the role of every character 

but to be clear both animes are enjoyable and can be very sad yet fun to watch 

As I said mystery in black butler does not disappoint but it is common in both animes 

Hope you enjoy both

Suimin says...

Dantalian no Shoka and Shakugan no Shana are two series that take place in a magical world that is filled with secrets to a normal person. Within both anime are various small adventures and characters that appear as the series progresses, all relating to magic in one way or another. Not to mention, the heroine is stuck up and the male lead is a pushover in both series.

hamletsmage says...

Though the time periods are different, both anime take place in a european setting. Both involve a small amount of history mized with supernatural occurances. The main thing that ties these two anime together, however, is the use of words as a weapon.

youkais says...

Both are about mythological acient books and its "keeper". Also, both of them have a peculiar gothic lolita as protagonist (who seems to have more to say than she really says) with a young boy human beside who contract her without knowing it all.

Anyway, Demonbane is a bit more comedic and with more fanservices hints, while Dantalian is more serious and literallic episodic.

If you enjoyed the powers of Demonbane, for sure you will take a like on Dantalian no Shoka. And if you liked the relationship between the stars, you will like Demonbae too.

Aokidanza says...

Both Dantalian no Shoka and Another showcase a creepy supernatural plotline with a mysterious little girl as a main character. They also have aspects of a mystery-type show, though Another focuses on mystery much more than Dantalian no Shoka, whose episodic episodes are more about the supernatural. Dantalian no Shoka's characters and overall mood is much livelier and more quirky, adding to the uniqueness of each episode, while Another's is more subdued, adding to its suspense and creepiness.

mia08 says...

The plot of somewhat adventure(meeting with diferent people) with peculiar setting is similar. The tone of the story which is serious overall are also similar. The calm and composed main characters together with some weird people the main characters met are also somewhat similar. Lastly the creepy/mysterious feeling at the end of each episode is quite similar