Arslan, a young prince living in medieval Pars, faces neglect from his mother and hostility from his father. Despite living in poverty and a society where slavery is commonplace, Arslan yearns for a better understanding of the world and longs for a brighter future. However, his life abruptly takes a twist when he must quickly mature and defend his kingdom from the invasion of Lusitania. With the aid of a devoted team of advisers, Arslan must navigate the horrors of war and protect his family and country at all costs in the thrilling anime series, Arslan Senki. As he confronts enemies fueled solely by their prejudice against him and the Parsian people, Arslan also discovers unexpected allies along the way. This epic tale of warring nations is intertwined with Arslan's determination to maintain his identity, despite the most challenging of circumstances.