Vision of Escaflowne (1996)

In the humdrum life of a typical high school girl, Hitomi Kanzaki, an unexpected vision of a fierce battle between a young swordsman and a dragon emerges, shattering the boundaries of her ordinary existence. This encounter with the enigmatic warrior, Van, whisks her away into a vortex, thrusting her into the mystical realm of Gaea. In this strange new world, the stakes are high as the ominous Zaibach Empire looms large with its sinister ambitions. Van, the boy prince, is caught in a desperate quest to unite Gaea's fragmented nations against this impending threat. Amidst this turmoil, the key to their survival lies in mastering the power of the colossal suit of armor, Escaflowne. As Hitomi joins Van in his perilous journey, she uncovers a latent ability within her, marking the beginning of an adventure drenched in mystery and danger. As they navigate through a maze of friends and foes, the enigma surrounding Van, his past, and the mighty Escaflowne begins to unravel. Hitomi's heart, now a whirlpool of emotions, oscillates between exhilaration and despair. Pulled into a world far removed from her own, she is thrust into a realm of love, adventure, and sorrow. Yet, the question lingers - why was she brought to Gaea? As the saga of Escaflowne unfolds, Hitomi finds herself on a journey of self-discovery and destiny, a journey that has only just begun.

Vision of Escaflowne is an action show featuring Tomokazu Seki and created by Hajime Yatate.

Vision of Escaflowne is currently streaming on Funimation Now.

It is also possible to buy Vision of Escaflowne on Apple TV.