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An Archdemon's Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride

Original title: Maou no Ore ga Dorei Elf wo Yome ni Shitanda ga, Dou Medereba Ii?
  • TV Series
  • 2024
  • TV-14
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An Archdemon's Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride (2024)
AnimeRomantic ComedySword & SorceryActionAdventureAnimationComedyFantasyRomance

Zagan is feared by the masses as an evil sorcerer. Both socially awkward and foulmouthed, he spends his days studying sorcery while beating down any trespassers within his domain.Zagan is feared by the masses as an evil sorcerer. Both socially awkward and foulmouthed, he spends his days studying sorcery while beating down any trespassers within his domain.Zagan is feared by the masses as an evil sorcerer. Both socially awkward and foulmouthed, he spends his days studying sorcery while beating down any trespassers within his domain.

  • Creator
    • Fuminori Teshima
  • Stars
    • Kieran Flitton
    • Yûsuke Kobayashi
    • Kana Ichinose
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.2/10
    2K
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    • Creator
      • Fuminori Teshima
    • Stars
      • Kieran Flitton
      • Yûsuke Kobayashi
      • Kana Ichinose
    • 11User reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Kieran Flitton
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    • Zagan
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    Yûsuke Kobayashi
    • Zagan
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    Kana Ichinose
    • Nephilia…
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    Hana Hishikawa
    • Lillvqvist Chastille…
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    Monica Flatley
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    Kishô Taniyama
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    Akane Misaka
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    Brian Mathis
    Brian Mathis
    • Raphael Hyurandell
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    Tetsu Inada
    Tetsu Inada
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    Brittany Lauda
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    Takayuki Nakatsukasa
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    Hiroshi Yanaka
    • Clavel
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    Ayasa Itô
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    Saya Hirose
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    Tadaaki Doi
    • Alfred
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    Gerardo Davila
    Gerardo Davila
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    • 2024
    • Creator
      • Fuminori Teshima
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    8Lotusflower_

    Pleasantly surprised

    Honestly, I didn't have high expectations for this anime. I hadn't seen anyone talking about it, and from the cover, I got the feeling it was going to be a typical flat anime where a horny guy sexualizes an elf and that's it. But I found a beautiful story about love and bonds, where you form a family with people you don't share blood with.

    The male protagonist is funny; his thoughts and expressions are quite different, and I found that endearing. He's one of those lone wolf types, but he has a lot of love to give.

    As a negative, I wish she had taken more action throughout the series and hadn't been so kind and submissive in moments where she could have defended others.

    I was very surprised by this anime; I didn't expect it, and I highly recommend it!
    9dextopco

    A Charming Fantasy Romance!

    An Archdemon's Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride is a charming fantasy romance with a sweet, slow-burn relationship between a powerful archdemon and an innocent elf. Its heartwarming character dynamics and light humor make it enjoyable for fans of romance and magic.

    If you're into fantasy with a dash of romance, An Archdemon's Dilemma is a delightful ride! The story follows a powerful demon lord struggling with his feelings for an innocent elf girl he saves. It's a slow-burn romance mixed with magic, action, and lighthearted humor. The art is beautiful, the characters are charming, and the plot keeps you hooked. It's more of a feel-good read with sweet moments than a hardcore fantasy. Perfect for those who enjoy magical romance without too much complexity!
    6chelseajmbelehar

    Cute with Possiblity

    This was just a quick find so I wasn't expecting much but it was funny.

    The visuals were common anime style with was good. The plot was okay for a beginning season, if that was it then is was lackluster. The character were very one dimensional but the comedy helped flush out the character personalities a bit more.

    The main problem I have is the fact that neither of the main characters have any experience with real relationships friendship or romantic before. Since the main character is someone you're supposed to empathize with and more often than not have something in common it's very odd that they won't even have past friendships. I know people are less social so going and saying the right thing to a romantic interest is even more difficult but this was just a major red flag to me. I mean just talking and communicating seems to be the hardest thing for this couple and for most people that's the bare minimum to even start a relationship!

    Overall, 6/10 I won't recommend it but it's not a bad turn my brain off to watch something amusing.
    9lockout-59506

    A little mix of everything

    Not really a romance series fan but this series has more than just romance to keep it both interesting and entertaining. The magic casting looks good. The characters are well rounded and work together nicely

    The character development for Zagan is also interesting to watch as he goes from a walled off lonely individual with trust issues to a well liked well meaning individual that people can lean on. His relationship with his elf companion growth is also intersting to watch as neither one of them share much about themselves with each other but then build a closeness over time that has them completely trust one another

    Is it the best anime ever? No, but that doesn't mean it isn't a good one. Even though Zagan is a master sorcerer with a serious tone he can definitely be at times a little quirky and funny. I have enjoyed this show enough that I do hope it continues. If your a fan of spellcasting battles, mythical creatures and character development then I would recommend this.
    9mjhectorofficial

    An Archdemon's Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride

    Worth watching 😇

    Zagan is a feared evil sorcerer that is socially inept; he falls in love with the elf Nephelia.

    Zagan is a feared evil sorcerer that is socially inept; he falls in love with the elf Nephelia.

    Zagan is a feared evil sorcerer that is socially inept; he falls in love with the elf Nephelia.

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      Based on a Japanese light novel series written by Fuminori Teshima and illustrated by COMTA. The first volume of the light novel was published in February 2017 by Hobby Japan under their HJ Bunko imprint.

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      • April 5, 2024 (Japan)
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    • Also known as
      • 身為魔王的我娶了奴隸精靈為妻,該如何表白我的愛?
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