Mushoku Tensei
Anime
Ah, Mushoku Tensei. A series filled with such great characters and world building. It's not an overstatement to say that it has given me hope for the isekai genre that I had largely written off up until now.
Consider this as a bit of a guide / checklist for the mushoku Tensei anime adaptations.
I've also included how much of the light novels each entry adapts, as a cross reference for anyone who wants to jump into the novels at any certain point.
Consider this as a bit of a guide / checklist for the mushoku Tensei anime adaptations.
I've also included how much of the light novels each entry adapts, as a cross reference for anyone who wants to jump into the novels at any certain point.
TV, 2021, 11 eps Me:- Author:9
Part 1 of Mushoku Tensei's first season, covering the childhood arc.
Adapts Volumes 1-3 of the Light novels.
Adapts Volumes 1-3 of the Light novels.
TV Special, 2023, 1 ep Me:- Author:8
A side story that was included with season 2, but adapts extra chapters from volumes 3-4 and shows what happened to other characters during this point in the story.
I personally think it works better here, but you can just watch it before season 2 if you want.
I personally think it works better here, but you can just watch it before season 2 if you want.
TV, 2021, 12 eps Me:- Author:10
Part 2 of Mushoku Tensei season 1, covering the Dead End arc.
Adapts Volumes 4-6 of the Light novels
Adapts Volumes 4-6 of the Light novels
Special, 2022, 1 ep Me:- Author:8
A side story set during season 1, following Eris on a solo adventure, introducing a new character that becomes relevant later on in season 2.
Best to watch after episode 16 of season 1 (or more specifically after episode 5 of season 1, part 2)
Best to watch after episode 16 of season 1 (or more specifically after episode 5 of season 1, part 2)
TV, 2023, 12 eps Me:- Author:10
First cour of the second season of Mushoku Tensei, covering the Depressed Magician & Ranoa Magic Academy arcs.
Adapts Volumes 7-9 of the Light novels.
Adapts Volumes 7-9 of the Light novels.
TV, 2024, 12 eps Me:- Author:10
Part 2 of the second season. Currently airing.
Will likely adapt Volumes 10-12 of the Light novels, which covers the Family & Labyrinth arcs.
Will likely adapt Volumes 10-12 of the Light novels, which covers the Family & Labyrinth arcs.