High School DxD, a beloved Japanese anime series, has captivated audiences since its premiere in 2012.
The series follows the thrilling adventure of Issei Hyoudou, a mischievous high school student who, after meeting an unfortunate fate at the hands of a fallen angel, is reborn as a Devil. Joining the Occult Research Club, Issei eagerly strives to ascend the Devil hierarchy. His ultimate goal is to establish his own harem and claim the illustrious title of Harem King.
The High School DxD anime premiered in January 2012 and aired new episodes every week until March of the same year. Originally broadcasted on TV Tokyo's satellite channel AT-X and various networks in Japan, it is now available for streaming in most regions outside of Japan on platforms such as Crunchyroll, Amazon Prime, and other streaming services.
High School DxD anime series is available to stream on Crunchyroll, Amazone Prime, and other popular streaming platforms
The High School DxD anime series, produced by Studio TNK, features a talented cast (Image via Studio TNK). The initial season, comprising 12 episodes, aired from January 6 to March 23, 2012. Remaining faithful to the source material, the anime has since continued with three more seasons. Furthermore, fans can anticipate the highly anticipated fifth season, currently in development, projected to debut in May 2024.
The High School DxD anime was first aired on TV Tokyo's satellite channel AT-X and other networks in Japan. It has gained popularity among global fans and can be streamed on platforms like Crunchyroll, Funimation, Hulu, and Amazon Prime.
High School DxD is a light novel series penned by Ichiei Ishibumi and illustrated by Miyama-Zero. It first appeared in Fujimi Shobo's Dragon Magazine in September 2008 and was published in 25 volumes through their Fujimi Fantasia Bunko imprint. Hiroji Mishima adapted the light novels into a manga series, which debuted in Dragon Magazine's July 2010 issue and eventually spanned 11 volumes. The anime adaptation of the series encompassed the first four seasons and was based on the light novels.
The plot of the High School DxD anime
Issei Hyoudou as shown in anime (Image via Studio TNK)
High School DxD chronicles the journey of Issei Hyoudou, a well-known high school student with a strong inclination towards lust, as he is reincarnated as a lesser devil following his untimely demise at the hands of a fallen angel on his inaugural date. In this new existence, Issei becomes a servant to the powerful and alluring devil heiress, Rias Gremory. Now, he must grow stronger and fight alongside her servant team to protect the human world from the malevolent forces that threaten it.
Issei quickly becomes aware of the intricate and perilous world of devils. He understands that he must overcome countless obstacles in order to transform into a formidable devil. Along his journey, he forges new friendships and alliances. Notably, he forms a strong bond with Rias.
Cast of High School DXD as shown in anime (Image via Studio TNK)
In this series, we follow Issei and his friends as they confront various adversaries, including fallen angels, renegade devils, and even gods themselves. Alongside these battles, Issei also grapples with understanding and controlling the unpredictability of his newly emerging demonic powers.
To make matters more interesting, Issei finds himself caught in the midst of a group of stunning women, all vying for his attention. With all of these elements combined, Issei's life is far from boring. High School DxD is a captivating and action-packed saga, infused with plenty of humor and heartfelt moments. It tells a story of enduring friendships, deep love, and the courageous fight to protect what is most precious.