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Devils and Realist

“Scientist noble William accidentally summons demon Dantalion, becoming key to Hell's succession despite denying magic.”

Devils and Realist

6.99
4,753 rank · 122,201 viewers · 442 favorites
Comedy Fantasy Mystery Historical Mythology School Josei
12 episodes · 24 min per ep min · Summer 2013 · Doga Kobo · PG-13 - Teens 13 or older
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Synopsis

Scientist noble William accidentally summons demon Dantalion, becoming key to Hell's succession despite denying magic.

Seventeen-year-old William Twining takes pride in his lineage as well as his devotion to modern science. When he learns that his family has gone bankrupt, the pompous noble is faced with the reality that he can no longer afford his tuition or the lifestyle he is accustomed to. In a desperate search for valuables in his manor, William discovers a hidden room and accidentally summons the arrogant demon Dantalion, the Grand Duke of Hell. Apparently, Lucifer—the ruler of Hell—has fallen into a deep slumber. In his absence, only the human "Elector" has power to select a temporary successor, which is the cause of tension among demonkind. Although told that he is the direct descendant of King Solomon and has unshakable authority in the underworld, William refuses to believe it. While denying the existence of magic and the supernatural altogether, the defiant realist fails to recognize that he is at the center of the ongoing battle between Heaven and Hell.

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6.2 /10

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67% recommend
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median 7 mode 7 σ 2.40
1510
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σ 2.40 · split reception

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The polarity gap

5.5 pts

Recommenders 8.1 · others 2.6

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↓ 2.81

Running avg · Sep 2013 → Jan 2026

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A Tv Production · Summer 2013

Doga Kobo.
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TV Tokyo · Sotsu

  • Format 12 × 24′ eps × min
  • Total runtime 4h 48m all episodes
  • Aired Jul 2013 – Sep 2013 Summer 2013
  • Source Tv media type
  • Rated PG 13 - Teens 13 or older
  • Ref. BS-7526 catalog

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