Overview of Prince of Stride: Alternative#
If you are looking for a high-energy series centered around a unique sport, Prince of Stride: Alternative (also known as PuriSuto) might be for you. The story introduces viewers to “Stride,” an extreme sport where teams of six compete in relay races through city streets.
The plot follows first-year high school students Takeru Fujiwara and Nana Sakurai, who are determined to restart the defunct Stride club at Hōnan Academy. To compete in the prestigious “End of Summer” competition—the top Stride event in eastern Japan—they must recruit a full team of six. Their journey involves trying to convince talented individuals like Riku Yagami to join, even when those individuals are reluctant to return to the sport.
If you’re ready to dive into the race, you can watch the anime on Prime Video.
Is Prince of Stride: Alternative Finished?#
When deciding whether to commit to a series, the biggest question is often whether the story reaches a conclusion. Prince of Stride: Alternative originally aired in early 2016. Based on the available data and the relationship tree provided on our site, this is the primary anime entry for the franchise.
While the anime provides a focused look at the team’s efforts to compete in the “End of Summer” tournament, fans who want to dive deeper into the world of Stride or explore more of the characters’ journeys may want to look into the written adaptations. You can buy the manga or light novel to see if the source material offers additional closure or expanded plotlines.
Audience and Appeal#
Prince of Stride: Alternative is best suited for fans of the tournament genre. The series appeals to those who enjoy themes of teamwork, sportsmanship, and the classic “underdog” narrative of building a team from the ground up.
The appeal lies in the fast-paced nature of the Stride races and the interpersonal dynamics involved in recruiting reluctant teammates. If you enjoy stories where the goal is a specific championship and the journey involves overcoming personal hurdles and assembling a diverse group of athletes, this is a great pick.
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Recommended Watch Order#
Because the anime landscape for this series is straightforward, there is very little confusion regarding the order of events.
Release and Completionist Order#
For those looking for the standard experience, the release order is the best approach. You can refer to the relationship tree below to see the exact release date for the series. Since Prince of Stride: Alternative is the sole anime entry listed, the watch order is simple: start and end with this series.
For Source Material Enthusiasts#
If you are a completionist who does not mind continuing with the source material, we recommend watching the anime first to get a feel for the characters and the sport of Stride, then transitioning to the manga or light novels for more depth.
Useful Extras#
For those who become fans of the Hōnan Academy team, you might want to collect some memorabilia to show your support. You can buy official merchandise here.
Additionally, for viewers who prefer English audio, the series features a dub cast including Austin Tindle, Ricco Fajardo, and Natalie Hoover.
Prince of Stride: Alternative • anime • 2016-01-05
