The Misfit of Demon King Academy (Light Novel): Volume 1 by Shu


The Misfit of Demon King Academy (Light Novel): Volume 1
Title : The Misfit of Demon King Academy (Light Novel): Volume 1
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ISBN : -
Language : English
Format Type : Kindle Edition
Number of Pages : 229
Publication : First published March 10, 2018

Tired of ceaseless war destroying humans, spirits, and demons alike, the Demon King of Tyranny, Anos Voldigoad, reincarnates to restore peace. Two thousand years have passed...but who could have known that his descendants’ complacency would cause magic to regress so much? After receiving an invitation to the illustrious Demon King Academy, a school tasked with locating the reincarnated founding ancestor, Anos resolves to enroll, only to discover that his magic is off the charts—literally! With power too great to be measured, the former Demon King is branded a misfit. How will he convince demonkind that the school’s founder stands before them? Thus begins a misfit’s climb to the top of the demon hierarchy!

The Misfit of Demon King Academy (Light Novel): Volume 1 Reviews

  • Rebecca

    It's perhaps nothing special, but the sheer ludicrousness of how OP Anos is makes this a delight. How can you not love a guy who says things like, "You didn't think I'd die just because you killed me?"

    (And who says those things while not being Dio, of course.)

  • Emily

    Loved the anime and wanted to get the story from a slightly different perspective...

  • Aelvana

    Two thousand years ago, the war between humans, demons, gods, and spirits ended when the leaders of each faction cooperated in the greatest spell ever cast by the Demon Lord, who spent his life to ensure it would succeed. But when he left, he promised he'd return. The present day is now the promised time, but even as the demons are eagerly awaiting the return of their former King, they don't seem to know what exactly they should be looking for . . .

    I love this story for one simple reason: Anos Voldigoad is the overpowered protagonist played absolutely straight. He has nothing to prove, because he knows he's the best. If other people label him a misfit or despise him and work against him, he doesn't waver in his own convictions. And to him, the petty machinations of this current era are like little puppies yapping for attention instead of the giant monsters he used to slay.

    Also that "secret passage" trick will never get old. Anos correctly points out physical power is just as useful as magical power, and in many cases more so.

    If you're coming here after having watched the anime, this volume covers the first few episodes about Sasha and Misha. I like that sibling relationships is one thing Anos values very highly, and even though his "common" sense is usually way off the mark, he's very consistent about urging the people around him to value their own families more. And he'll put himself through extra work to allow them the opportunity to forgive each other.

    If you're looking for a comedy, or just appreciate a story where the main character isn't constantly doubting himself, this one's pretty good. I'm so glad we finally get the English release. I rate this book Recommended.