(2002–2003) is widely considered the peak of the Saint Seiya franchise, revitalizing the series after a decade-long hiatus with cinematic production values. This 13-episode OVA serves as the opening act of the final Holy War against Hades, God of the Underworld. Plot: A Civil War
The surviving Gold Saints must defend the 12 Houses against their former comrades. Watch Saint Seiya: The Hades Chapter – Sanctuar...
The resurrected Saints never truly betrayed Athena. They were using the time Hades gave them to deliver the Athena Cloth, the only weapon capable of defeating him. Production and Artistic Legacy (2002–2003) is widely considered the peak of the
Shigeyasu Yamauchi directed this arc. Shingo Araki and Michi Himeno designed it. The Sanctuary arc is praised for its "polished and beautiful" animation compared to later chapters. The resurrected Saints never truly betrayed Athena
Seiji Yokoyama composed an epic orchestral score. Yumi Matsuzawa's haunting opening theme, "Chikyūgi" (Earth) , became a series classic.
Selective CGI enhanced the temples and cosmic attacks. Some fans find these elements have aged.
Experience the cinematic scale and iconic music of the Hades Chapter through these trailers and soundtracks: