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

The Misfit of Demon King Academy Light Novel #1

by Shu

二千年の時を経て蘇った暴虐の魔王――だが、
魔王候補を育てる学院の適性――《不適合》!?

　人を、精霊を、神々すらも滅ぼしながら、延々と続く闘争に飽き、平和な世の中を夢見て転生した暴虐の魔王アノス。しかし二千年後、転生した彼を待っていたのは平和に慣れて弱くなりすぎた子孫たちと、衰退を極めた魔法の数々だった。
　魔王の生まれ変わりと目される者を集めた“魔王学院”に入学したアノスだが、学院は彼の力を見抜けず不適合者の烙印を押す始末。誰からも格下と侮られる中、ただひとり親身になってくれる少女ミーシャを配下に加え、不適合者（魔王）が魔族のヒエラルキーを駆け上がる!!
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Genres: Light Novel, Fantasy, Manga

229 pages, ebook

First published March 10, 2018

Reviews

[Rebecca · Rating 4 out of 5]

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.)

[Jennine S. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Was this revised to match the anime?

I noticed this with the manga and now I'm wondering about the light novel as well. I sincerely believe the manga was revised and updated to match the anime some time after I read it the first time. If this is the case, I still like it, but that is disappointing. I was hoping the manga and light novels would take the story beyond where the anime left it.

[Nguyen Khanh · Rating 5 out of 5]

I watched the anime before reading this

It was a fantastic read. Props to the first season of the anime too for keeping the important bits close to the source (tho it’s way better in the VN ofc). Anos is glorious!

[Mark · Rating 5 out of 5]

goku wins anos has no probality of beating goku

[Micheal · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good read.

The book is well written and is only lite on some details but that is what a light novel is.

[Emily · Rating 5 out of 5]

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

[orpheuus · Rating 3 out of 5]

Stupid but fun.

[Aelvana · Rating 4 out of 5]

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.