Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit(2016)

Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit is an animated fantasy series following Balsa, a formidable spear-wielder and bodyguard who rescues Prince Chagum from a river. The prince harbors a mysterious spirit egg within him, making him a target for assassination by his own father, the Mikado, who views the child as a threat to his imperial power. When the queen begs Balsa to shield her son from the king's wrath, the warrior accepts a dangerous mission across treacherous lands. Balsa must navigate political intrigue, supernatural forces, and her own past as she guards the young prince. The series blends action, mystery, and emotional depth as an unlikely bond forms between protector and protected, exploring themes of duty, sacrifice, and what it means to truly belong.