Makai Ouji: Devils and Realist
Makai Ouji: Devils and Realist

Makai Ouji: Devils and Realist

2013TV ShowEnded1 SeasonJapanese

A brilliant, skeptical noble accidentally summons a powerful demon and is forced to choose Hell's next ruler, while demons and angels battle for his nomination.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Chiaki KonGenres: Fantasy, Comedy, Supernatural, Reverse Harem

Plot Summary

William Twining, a highly intelligent and rational young nobleman, discovers his family's fortune has been embezzled. Desperate to find the missing funds, he accidentally awakens a demon, Dantalion, who reveals that William is a candidate to choose the next ruler of the demon world. This revelation throws William's orderly life into chaos as he becomes entangled with various demons and angels vying for his attention and the throne.

Critical Reception

The anime adaptation of 'Makai Ouji: Devils and Realist' received a mixed reception. While praised for its visually appealing character designs and engaging premise, some critics and viewers found the plot to be somewhat convoluted and the pacing inconsistent. The reverse harem elements were a draw for fans of the genre, but the narrative sometimes struggled to balance its supernatural themes with its romantic undertones.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylish character designs and the intriguing concept of a human choosing the next demon king.
  • Criticized for a sometimes confusing plot and inconsistent pacing.
  • Appreciated by fans of the reverse harem genre for its character interactions.

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Fun Fact

The original manga series 'Devils and Realist' is written by Yuki Amemiya and illustrated by Karen Shinjyo, and it began serialization in the Ichijinsha's 'Comic ZERO-SUM' magazine in 2009.

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