Quote (MinzMLF @ 13 Jan 2013 20:29)
I really dig Samurai Champloo. I watched it in my teens and fell in love and have rewatched it recently. The closest thing I've seen to it has been, of course, Cowboy Bebop (which I enjoyed, but not to the extent of SC) and, humorously, The Boondocks.
I am looking for more shows similar to SC. I enjoy the art style, the timeline/historical setting mixed with the modern elements of hip-hop/etc. Also; the characters and the storyline progression.
I've checked out Baccano which was recommended to me by a friend but it doesn't really grab me in the same manner that SC does and I can't really put a finger on why. The characters seem a little more childish and, to be honest, the progression has been difficult to follow or maintain my interest.
I've also watched Afro Samurai which I was told would be similar, but I found to be utterly boring.
I'm not sure if I'm chasing nostalgia or if SC is just a super good series but either would, I would love to hear some other recommendations
Samurai X: Trust and Betrayal is a must see
As somebody mentioned, Sword of the Stranger is also very good.
Maybe Peacemaker?
You can try for Samurai 7 as well, although I feel it is lacking.
Same goes for Sengoku Basara.