Love Tyrant

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  • TV-14
  • 2017
  • 1 Season
  • 6.3  (919)

Love Tyrant, also known as Renai Boukun, is a Japanese anime series that debuted in early 2017. The show was produced by EMT Squared and directed by Atsushi Nigorikawa. It is an adaptation of the manga series of the same name by Megane Mihoshi, which began serialization in 2012.

The show follows the story of a high school student named Seiji Aino who is approached by a mischievous cupid named Guri. Guri has lost her love diary, which contains the names of her previous lovers and needs Seiji's help to retrieve it. In exchange, she offers to help Seiji confess his love to his crush, Akane Hiyama. However, things quickly become complicated when Seiji accidentally kisses Guri, activating a cursed item called a Kiss Note.

The Kiss Note allows whoever possesses it to pair up any two people they want, simply by writing their names inside. When Guri accidentally writes Seiji and herself into the book, the two become "lovers" and are unable to separate until they can pair off with someone else. If they refuse to do so, they will both die.

To complicate matters further, Akane Hiyama - the object of Seiji's affections - is revealed to be a yandere, or a person who becomes violent and possessive in pursuit of their love interests. To make matters worse, Guri decides to play matchmaker by adding Akane to the Kiss Note, leading to an unpredictable love quadrangle that threatens to destroy them all.

The show is a blend of different genres, including romantic comedy, drama, and fantasy. The characters are eccentric and quirky, with each one bringing their own unique personality to the mix. The animation is vibrant and colorful, with exaggerated expressions and comedic sound effects adding to the humor.

One of the standout aspects of Love Tyrant is its use of parody and satire. The show takes several cliches and tropes from the romantic comedy genre and turns them on their head, often resulting in unexpected and hilarious outcomes. For example, the character of Akane is a parody of the yandere archetype, with her violent behavior played for laughs rather than horror.

Another strong aspect of the show is its character development. Despite the wacky premise and comedic tone, the characters are given genuine emotional arcs and growth throughout the series. Seiji begins as a timid and indecisive protagonist, but through his trials and tribulations, he learns how to stand up for himself and become more confident. Similarly, Guri starts off as a carefree and naive cupid, but over the course of the series, she learns about the complexities of human emotion and develops a deeper empathy for others.

The soundtrack of Love Tyrant is also worth noting. The opening theme, "Koi? de Ai? de Boukun desu!" performed by Wake Up, Girls!, is catchy and upbeat, setting the tone for the show's zany antics. The ending theme, "Suki Ai" by Fridays, is a slower ballad that captures the show's more emotional moments.

All in all, Love Tyrant is an entertaining and irreverent romantic comedy that manages to both parody and celebrate the genre. Its unique premise, colorful characters, and sharp writing make it a standout anime series that is well worth a watch.

Love Tyrant is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (14 episodes). The series first aired on April 6, 2017.

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Seasons
Right, Let's All Die! x I Finally Understand
12. Right, Let's All Die! x I Finally Understand
June 22, 2017
With some divine intervention, Seiji and Yuzu are off to hell to see if they can return Guri to normal.
Where Did She Go? x I Apologize for Troubling You Until Now
11. Where Did She Go? x I Apologize for Troubling You Until Now
June 15, 2017
Guri has gone missing. Seiji seems unphased and Akane is thrilled, but Yuzu is deeply concerned for her friend and begs Seiji to look for Guri.
I'm Here to Stay the Night x I'm... Growing Up, Too
10. I'm Here to Stay the Night x I'm... Growing Up, Too
June 8, 2017
As his family takes off for a few days, Seiji finds himself home alone. Except for Guri, of course. But the peace of the moment is short-lived when Akane shows up saying she's there to spend the night and to claim the kiss that Seiji had promised her!
Absolutely... Nothing... x There's Just Something Wrong With Me...
9. Absolutely... Nothing... x There's Just Something Wrong With Me...
June 1, 2017
It's time for the school cultural festival! Excitement is in the air as life seems to be back to normal for Seiji, Akane, and the rest, but all is not what it seems. Shikimi suddenly has transferred into Seiji's class and it now has Akane on edge.
Farewell x We're Rivals, Obviously!!
8. Farewell x We're Rivals, Obviously!!
May 25, 2017
Yuzu and Guri are off to save Akane! Several obstacles are placed in their path but the girls overcome them with ease, only to find that Akane is not herself. A happy reunion quickly turns to shock as Akane turns her blade on her sister.
Farewell x We're Rivals, Obviously!!
8. Farewell x We're Rivals, Obviously!!
May 25, 2017
Yuzu and Guri are off to save Akane! Several obstacles are placed in their path but the girls overcome them with ease, only to find that Akane is not herself. A happy reunion quickly turns to shock as Akane turns her blade on her sister.
Farewell x We're Rivals, Obviously!!
8. Farewell x We're Rivals, Obviously!!
May 25, 2017
Yuzu and Guri are off to save Akane! Several obstacles are placed in their path but the girls overcome them with ease, only to find that Akane is not herself. A happy reunion quickly turns to shock as Akane turns her blade on her sister.
It's a Festival x How Did It Come to This?!
7. It's a Festival x How Did It Come to This?!
May 18, 2017
After an argument with Seiji, Guri goes wandering the city on her own. During a stop at the bookstore, a handsome stranger stops to talk to her. When the unknown young man invites Guri out on a date she can't bring herself to refuse.
Go to the Beach With Me? x It's Not a Matter of Knowing or Not
6. Go to the Beach With Me? x It's Not a Matter of Knowing or Not
May 11, 2017
Seiji, Guri, Akane and Yuzu have invited Akua to go with them to the beach. Akane tries to get Akua to go swimming with her in attempt to get closer to Seiji's little sister, but Akua gives her the cold shoulder.
What Is Love? x Kami Is Prostrating Himself Now lolol
5. What Is Love? x Kami Is Prostrating Himself Now lolol
May 4, 2017
In a desperate struggle to find Seiji, Akane and Yuzu seem oddly worried when Guri tells them that he is off with Shikimi searching for her crush. The concern seems warranted when Seiji finds himself in the midst of a torture session with Shikimi!
I'm Not Going to Lose! x Are You Like Me?
4. I'm Not Going to Lose! x Are You Like Me?
April 27, 2017
Yuzu will go to great lengths for her beloved older sister, Akane, even skipping her own lessons to watch over her. Despite harsh words from Akane, Yuzu refuses to relinquish her forbidden love even for someone like Seiji.
I Can Handle This Myself! x Wassup
3. I Can Handle This Myself! x Wassup
April 20, 2017
Guri finally meets Seiji's younger sister, Akua and is surprised by her rather cold attitude towards her big brother. The cupid decides to learn more about what changed this once loving sister, and Yuzu is right there to help.
Sniff Sniff x The Only One Who May Hurt Seiji-kun... Is Me
2. Sniff Sniff x The Only One Who May Hurt Seiji-kun... Is Me
April 13, 2017
The group thinks they have found a pair of ideal targets. However, things get much more complicated when no one can agree if the intended couple really share each other's feelings.
I'm Getting In on This, Too x Whoa! Forbidden Love?!
1. I'm Getting In on This, Too x Whoa! Forbidden Love?!
April 6, 2017
Aino Seiji is your typical high school student when he meets Guri, a shinigami! No, a pervert--no! An angel?! Guri introduces him to the Kiss Note and explains that if he doesn't kiss someone within 24 hours, she will die.
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  • Premiere Date
    April 6, 2017
  • IMDB Rating
    6.3  (919)