Bloodivores

Bloodivores is a 2016 original net animation produced by the Japanese studio Creators in Pack. The series is based on an original online manhua by the author Bai Xiao, which was serialized on the Chinese platform Tencent. Set in a world where a mysterious case of insomnia leads to the emergence of vampiric individuals known as bloodivores, the narrative follows the protagonist, Mi Liu, as he navigates the societal repercussions and containment efforts surrounding this condition.

The production sought to blend traditional anime aesthetics with the pacing and visual influence of its Chinese source material, reflecting a growing trend of cross-border animation collaborations in the mid-2010s. Directed by Chen Ye, the series aimed to translate the tense, action-oriented atmosphere of the original manhua into an episodic format. Upon its release, it was noted for its distinct premise within the vampire genre, though it generally received a modest reception from global audiences regarding its adaptation choices and narrative density.