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Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari

Also known as The Rising of the Shield Hero.

Studio: Kinema Citrus
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Fantasy

Naofumi Iwatani, an uncharismatic Otaku who spends his days on games and manga, suddenly finds himself summoned to a parallel universe! He discovers he is one of four heroes equipped with legendary weapons and tasked with saving the world from its prophesied destruction. As the Shield Hero, the weakest of the heroes, all is not as it seems. Naofumi is soon alone, penniless, and betrayed. With no one to turn to, and nowhere to run, he is left with only his shield. Now, Naofumi must rise to become the legendary Shield Hero and save the world!

Note:
- The first episode was pre-aired on December 27th, 2018. Regular broadcast began on January 9th, 2019.
- The first episode aired with a runtime of ~47 minutes as opposed to the standard 24 minute long episode.

Tags: Isekai , Male Protagonist , Conspiracy , Travel , Revenge , Magic , Crime , Medieval , Anti-Hero , Tragedy , Kemonomimi , Bullying , Henshin , Matriarchy , Politics , Cult , Villainess , Slavery , Female Harem , Language Barrier , Spearplay , Swordplay , Cultivation , Ojou-sama , Religion , Tsundere , Economics , CGI , Gore , Medicine , Nekomimi , Heterosexual , Monster Girl , Love Triangle , Afterlife , Cohabitation , Prison , Fugitive , Found Family

Tensei Shitara Slime Datta Ken

Also known as That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime.

Studio: 8-bit
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Comedy , Fantasy

Lonely thirty-seven-year-old Satoru Mikami is stuck in a dead-end job, unhappy with his mundane life, but after dying at the hands of a robber, he awakens to a fresh start in a fantasy realm...as a slime monster! As he acclimates to his goopy new existence, his exploits with the other monsters set off a chain of events that will change his new world forever!



Tags: Isekai , Found Family , Reincarnation , Magic , Kingdom Management , Super Power , Shapeshifting , Economics , Alternate Universe , Ensemble Cast , Clone , Politics , Henshin , Monster Boy , Agender , Monster Girl , Fairy , Demons , Male Protagonist , Goblin , Travel , Gender Bending , Femboy , Creature Taming , Medieval , Swordplay , Acting , Dragons , Female Harem , Shounen , Cannibalism , Elf , CGI

Magi: The labyrinth of magic

Also known as Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic.

Studio: A-1 Pictures
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Fantasy

This story is about the flow of fate and the battle to keep the world on the right path. Aladdin is a boy who has set out to explore the world after being trapped in a room for most of his life. His best friend is a flute with a djinn in it named Ugo. Soon enough, Aladdin discovers he is a Magi, a magician who chooses kings, and he was born to choose kings who will follow the righteous path, battling against those who want to destroy fate. Follow his adventures as he meets others from 1001 Arabian Nights, like Ali Baba and Sinbad, and fights to keep the balance of the world in check!

Tags: Magic , Shounen , Male Protagonist , Politics , Dungeon , Tragedy , Royal Affairs , War , Travel , Desert , Slavery , Foreign , Primarily Male Cast , Swordplay , Kingdom Management , Economics , Nudity , Tanned Skin

Sousou no Frieren 2nd Season

Also known as Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Season 2.

Studio: MADHOUSE
Status: Finished
Genres: Adventure , Drama , Fantasy

The second season of Sousou no Frieren.

Tags: Travel , Elf , Magic , Wilderness , Female Protagonist , Iyashikei , Found Family , Medieval , Time Skip , Philosophy , Demons , Rural , Swordplay , Snowscape , Primarily Adult Cast , Heterosexual , Dragons , Urban , Fishing , Tragedy , Shounen , Economics , Coastal

Ookami to Koushinryou

Also known as Spice and Wolf.

Studio: Imagin
Status: Finished
Genres: Adventure , Fantasy , Romance , Slice of Life

The peddler Kraft Lawrence travels through the world selling all kinds of things. After visiting a village, he discovers a sleeping girl under the pelts in his cart. She has wolf ears and a tail. The wolf girl explains that she has been called a "god", but that her name is Holo and nothing more. Lawrence teases the girl a little, but after hearing more of her story, he is moved and decides to accompany her further north. On their travels the two have many adventures, often getting into trouble, but the bond between them grows stronger.

Tags: Economics , Male Protagonist , Primarily Adult Cast , Work , Historical , Female Protagonist , Religion , Kemonomimi , Medieval , Travel , Agriculture , Heterosexual , Monster Girl , Politics , Rural , Foreign , Gods , Nudity , Inn

Kage no Jitsuryokusha ni Naritakute! 2nd season

Also known as The Eminence in Shadow Season 2.

Studio: Nexus
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Comedy , Fantasy

The second season of Kage no Jitsuryokusha ni Naritakute!

Everything has been going according to plan, but the hour of awakening draws near. Cid Kagenou and Shadow Garden investigate the Lawless City, a cesspool where the red moon hangs low in the sky and three powerful monarchs rule the streets. The true draw for Cid, however, is one who can draw blood–the Blood Queen, a vampire who has slumbered in her coffin for eons. Her awakening approaches, and Cid could finally face a day of reckoning.



Note: A world premiere screening of Episode 1 was shown in the The Eminence in Shadow 2nd Season panel at Anime Expo on July 1, 2023.

Tags: Isekai , Magic , Chuunibyou , Parody , Cult , Satire , Primarily Female Cast , Conspiracy , Male Protagonist , Vampire , Anti-Hero , Swordplay , Economics , Assassins , Alternate Universe , Female Harem , Demons , Trains , Elf , Meta , Kemonomimi , Dragons , Seinen , Post-Apocalyptic , Nudity , Zombie , Medieval

Amagi Brilliant Park

Also known as Amagi Brilliant Park.

Studio: Kyoto Animation
Status: Finished
Genres: Comedy , Fantasy

When new transfer student Isuzu asks Seiya Kanie out on a date at gunpoint, he knows something odd is going on. Especially since she wants to go to Amagi Brilliant Park, where the rides are either dangerous or mind-numbingly dull and the only costumed performers who aren’t rude or apathetic are the ones who didn’t show up for work.

So when Isuzu asks Seiya to take over as the park’s new manager, he knows she’s crazy (Well, crazy-er, given the gunpoint thing.). But when Seiya learns that Amagi Brilliant Park is a REAL Magic Kingdom, that the costumed performers aren’t wearing costumes, that they live off the energy created by attendees, and that unless they can attract 250,000 attendees in three months, they’ll lose their jobs and homes… he goes a little crazy himself.

But, even with the aid of scantily clad fairies, giant mice and sniper-trained sheep, can anyone rescue a park that’s sunk so low that its own bus doesn’t stop there anymore? The race is on to get the turnstiles turning and save Amagi Brilliant Park!



Tags: Ensemble Cast , Work , Fairy , Magic , Male Protagonist , Amnesia , Curses , Economics , Urban Fantasy , Animals , Slapstick , Kuudere , Ojou-sama , Parody , Nudity , Disability , Mermaid , Surreal Comedy , Pirates , Dragons , Dungeon , Heterosexual , School , Guns

Tsuki ga Michibiku Isekai Douchuu

Also known as TSUKIMICHI -Moonlit Fantasy-.

Studio: C2C
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Comedy , Fantasy

Makoto Misumi was just an average teenager who happened to suddenly be summoned to another world as a "hero." But the goddess of this world called him ugly and took his hero status away from him then sent him to the ends of the world. In the wastelands, he meets dragons, spiders, orcs, dwarves and many other non-human races. Makoto manages to show promises in the use of magic and fighting, which he wouldn't have been able to do in his former world. He has numerous encounters, but will he be able to survive this new world? A fantasy where a guy who had been abandoned by gods and humanity tries to reset his life in this new world is about to begin!



Tags: Isekai , Magic , Male Protagonist , Revenge , Medieval , Shounen , Monster Girl , Anthropomorphism , Female Harem , Samurai , Meta , Gods , Alchemy , Creature Taming , Economics , Language Barrier , Dragons , Archery , Tragedy , Swordplay , Elf , Memory Manipulation , Ensemble Cast

Genjitsu Shugi Yuusha no Oukoku Saikenki

Also known as How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom.

Studio: J.C.STAFF
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Fantasy , Romance

Suddenly summoned to a fantasy world and betrothed to the princess, Kazuya Souma is crowned the new king after providing the royal family with impressive advice. To rule the kingdom, he's taking the nontraditional (and very human) route of administrative reform. In a realm of dragons and elves, will this revolutionary's unique path prove effective?



Tags: Kingdom Management , Politics , Isekai , Economics , Male Protagonist , Royal Affairs , War , Female Harem , Magic , Medieval , Food , Elf , Classic Literature , Tanned Skin , Nekomimi , Adoption , Ensemble Cast , Anthropomorphism , Cosplay , Artificial Intelligence

Magi: Sinbad no Bouken

Also known as Magi: Adventure of Sinbad.

Studio: Lay-duce
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Fantasy

Fifteen years before the events of Magi, a brave and handsome young man named Sinbad set sail and started his adventure. The future High King of Seven Seas gradually matured through various encounters and farewells, taking him towards kingship step by step.



Tags: Magic , Dungeon , Primarily Male Cast , Memory Manipulation , Travel , Outdoor Activities , Foreign , Shounen , Economics , Male Protagonist , Ships , Ensemble Cast

Dagashi Kashi

Studio: feel.
Status: Finished
Genres: Comedy , Slice of Life

Shikada Kokonotsu's father owns a rural sweets shop, and his plan is for Kokonotsu to take it over one day. However, Kokonotsu wants to be a manga author instead! One day in summer, the cute but weird girl Shidare Hotaru, from the famous sweets company, comes to pay a visit. Apparently, Kokonotsu's father is famous and she wants him to join her family's company. However, he will only agree if she can convince Kokonotsu to take over the family business!



Tags: Food , Episodic , Work , Rural , Educational , Heterosexual , Shounen , Male Protagonist , Love Triangle , Economics , Primarily Female Cast

Dr. STONE: Ryuusui

Also known as Dr. STONE Special Episode – RYUSUI.

Studio: TMS Entertainment
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Comedy , Sci-Fi

A television special that is set after the second season and centers around Ryuusui Nanami.

Tags: Post-Apocalyptic , Educational , Travel , Shounen , Primarily Teen Cast , Male Protagonist , Lost Civilization , Outdoor Activities , Economics , Aviation , Environmental , Ships , Butler , Surreal Comedy , Episodic , Cosplay , Astronomy , CGI , Fashion

Honzuki no Gekokujou: Shisho ni Naru Tame ni wa Shudan wo Erandeiraremasen

Also known as Ascendance of a Bookworm.

Studio: Ajiado
Status: Finished
Genres: Fantasy , Slice of Life

Anime adaptation of Part 1 of Honzuki no Gekokujou.

When a sickly young girl suddenly becomes obsessed with inventing new things, her family and friends are all puzzled. "What has gotten into Myne?" they wondered, never dreaming that the answer is not a "What" but a "Who": Urano Motosu, a book-loving apprentice librarian who died in an earthquake in Tokyo who somehow found herself in Myne's body! And since Myne's world is still in a medieval stage, where books can only be owned by the elite, the new Myne intends to do everything she can to bring her beloved books to the masses in the time she has left.



Note: The first episode was included in a bonus DVD that came with the limited edition of the 8th volume of Part 4 of the light novel that was released on September 10th, 2019 prior to its TV premiere.

Tags: Class Struggle , Medieval , Reincarnation , Female Protagonist , Isekai , Work , Age Regression , Economics , Family Life , Josei , Primarily Child Cast , Educational , Magic , Orphan , Adoption , Historical , Writing , Time Skip , Makeup , Chibi , Archery

Tondemo Skill de Isekai Hourou Meshi

Also known as Campfire Cooking in Another World with my Absurd Skill.

Studio: MAPPA
Status: Finished
Genres: Adventure , Comedy , Fantasy

Mukouda Tsuyoshi, an ordinary salaryman, is suddenly transported to another world one day. The unique skill he gains upon arrival in this world is the seemingly useless "Online Grocery." Mukouda is discouraged at first, but the modern foods he's able to bring to his new world using this skill prove to have some unbelievable effects!



Tags: Food , Isekai , Found Family , Camping , Animals , Iyashikei , Outdoor Activities , Travel , Male Protagonist , Gods , Magic , Work , Creature Taming , Economics , Goblin , Dungeon , Dragons

Tsuki ga Michibiku Isekai Douchuu 2nd Season

Also known as TSUKIMICHI -Moonlit Fantasy- Season 2.

Studio: J.C.STAFF
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Comedy , Fantasy

The second season of Tsuki ga Michibiku Isekai Douchuu.

After Makoto Misumi defeats Mitsurugi and Sofia Bulga, humanity is saved from the attacking demon army—for the time being. The goddess is aware of Makoto’s growing power, and she sees him as less of a nuisance and more of a rival. Makoto continues his journey to further expand his community of outcasts and connect with more hyumans. But will he be strong enough to hold off the coming storm?



Tags: Isekai , Magic , Medieval , Shounen , Male Protagonist , Revenge , Creature Taming , Language Barrier , Monster Girl , Gods , Teacher , Economics , Demons , Dragons , Female Harem , Anthropomorphism , Meta , Ensemble Cast , Archery , Samurai , Body Horror , Achronological Order ,

Maoyuu Maou Yuusha

Also known as Maoyu: Archenemy & Hero.

Studio: Arms
Status: Finished
Genres: Adventure , Fantasy , Romance

After a long and treacherous journey, our Hero finally arrives at the Dark Lady's castle only to find himself being asked for help. The Hero explains how the war that the demons have brought upon the humans have killed thousands and put more in misery. The queen of demons however argues that this war has made the human society band together as one and showed empirical evidence how it has increased population, increased production, boosted economy and improved society overall. Furthermore, she explains to the Hero that ending this war will result in a civil war that will produce more bloodshed than there ever was. The Hero, convinced that the only way to bring peace, relatively speaking, is to join forces with the Dark Lady, agrees to help with her plans!

Tags: Female Protagonist , Politics , War , Economics , Heterosexual , Kingdom Management , Male Protagonist , Demons , Primarily Adult Cast , Anachronism , Marriage , Large Breasts , Teacher , Monster Girl , Medieval , Historical , Magic , Maids , Foreign , Educational , Age Gap , Love Triangle

Tensai Ouji no Akaji Kokka Saisei Jutsu

Also known as The Genius Prince's Guide to Raising a Nation Out of Debt.

Studio: Yokohama Animation Lab
Status: Finished
Genres: Comedy , Fantasy

Once upon a time in a far away land there lived a prince, a genius prince. The genius prince fought alongside his people and led them to a great many triumphs. However, truth be told, he just wants to let everything go and live in tranquility.



Tags: Politics , Kingdom Management , Male Protagonist , Military , Economics , Heterosexual , War , Conspiracy , Royal Affairs , Religion , Female Harem , Gore , Nudity , Medieval

Ookami to Koushinryou II

Also known as Spice and Wolf II.

Studio: Brain's Base , Marvy Jack
Status: Finished
Genres: Adventure , Fantasy , Romance , Slice of Life

Kraft Lawrence, an experienced traveling merchant, and his sharp tongued wolf goddess companion, Holo, continue on their journey to return to Holo's home in the north called Yoitsu. A tender relationship blossoms between the two as they make deals and travel between cities.

Tags: Economics , Historical , Heterosexual , Kemonomimi , Primarily Adult Cast , Female Protagonist , Male Protagonist , Travel , Politics , Rural , Foreign , Gods , Medieval , Monster Girl , Age Gap , Nudity

Ookami to Koushinryou: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF

Also known as Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF.

Studio: Passione
Status: Finished
Genres: Adventure , Fantasy , Romance , Slice of Life

Lawrence is a traveling merchant selling various goods from a horse-drawn cart. One day, he arrives at a village and meets a beautiful girl with the ears and tail of an animal! Her name is Holo the Wisewolf and she brings bountiful harvests. She wishes to return to her homeland, and Lawrence offers to take her. Now, the once-lonely merchant and the once-lonely wisewolf begin their journey north.



Tags: Economics , Travel , Rural , Work , Kemonomimi , Female Protagonist , Heterosexual , Primarily Adult Cast , Male Protagonist , Agriculture , Mythology , Medieval , Gods , Religion , Historical , Age Gap , Foreign , Politics , Nudity , Cultivation , Seinen , Tsundere , CGI , Outdoor Activities

Genjitsu Shugi Yuusha no Oukoku Saikenki Part 2

Also known as How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Part 2.

Studio: J.C.STAFF
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Fantasy , Romance

The second part of Genjitsu Shugi Yuusha no Oukoku Saikenki.

Summoned to a fantasy world, Kazuya Souma is ruling a kingdom with a nontraditional (and very human) route of administrative reform. He’s tackling food shortages, mastering dark magic, and dazzling a few ladies along the way. Despite his latest good intentions, Kazuya breaks the ban on war to defeat a military dictatorship. Now, he must answer to the Gran Chaos Empire’s idealistic leader…uh oh.



Tags: Isekai , Politics , Kingdom Management , Male Protagonist , Royal Affairs , Economics , Time Manipulation , Female Harem , Polyamorous , Heterosexual , Alternate Universe , Agriculture , Magic , Demons , Dragons , Tsundere