To Loveru Darkness

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  • 2012
  • 1 Season

To Love-Ru Darkness is a Japanese anime television series based on the manga series of the same name by Saki Hasemi and Kentaro Yabuki. It is the fourth television series in the To Love-Ru franchise, featuring a new plotline and characters. The show premiered on October 5, 2012, and ended on December 28, 2012, with a total of 12 episodes. The show is known for its ecchi and harem genre and is geared towards a male audience.

The premise of the show revolves around Rito Yuuki, a high school student who has a crush on his classmate Haruna Sairenji. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when an alien girl named Lala Satalin Deviluke suddenly appears in his bathtub. Lala is the princess of the planet Deviluke, and due to an intergalactic marriage law, she has come to Earth to marry Rito. Rito, however, is not interested in marriage, and chaos ensues as he tries to navigate his way through Lala's advances while keeping Haruna's affections intact.

To Love-Ru Darkness continues the story from the previous series To Love-Ru and To Love-Ru: Motto To Love-Ru. It introduces new characters and expands on the relationships between the existing characters. One of the major new characters is Yami, a weapon created by an alien race known as the Assassins. Yami is sent to Earth to assassinate Lala but instead ends up becoming friends with Rito and the rest of the gang.

The show's episodes are divided into different arcs, each focusing on a specific storyline or character. Among the prominent arcs in this series is the Golden Darkness arc, which highlights Yami's backstory and her relationship with Rito. Another is the Darkness' Arrival arc, which introduces Mea Kurosaki, another assassin who becomes friends with Yami and Rito.

The show's main draw is its fan service, which includes plenty of risqué humor, suggestive situations, and revealing outfits. At the same time, the show also delves into themes of love, friendship, and the challenges of growing up. Rito is constantly struggling to reconcile his feelings for Haruna with his growing attraction to Lala, and the show explores the complexities of these relationships.

The animation style of To Love-Ru Darkness is bright and colorful, with characters designed to be visually appealing. The show's soundtrack is upbeat and catchy, with a bubbly tone that matches the lighthearted nature of the series. The voice acting is top-notch, with veteran actors bringing their characters to life with nuance and flair.

In conclusion, To Love-Ru Darkness is a fun and entertaining anime that is perfect for fans of the ecchi and harem genres. The show offers plenty of laughs, risqué humor, and romantic tension, making it an enjoyable ride from start to finish. While it may not be for everyone, those who enjoy this type of anime will find plenty to love in To Love-Ru Darkness.

To Loveru Darkness is a series that ran for 1 seasons (12 episodes) between October 18, 2012 and on Anime Network

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Room
12. Room
January 3, 2013
Momo takes to playing dating sims to figure out how to get her harem plan under way. At school, a group of students form a Momo fan club, which ends up keeping her away from Rito, who she is beginning to fall in love with.
The Right Thing
11. The Right Thing
December 27, 2012
The Organization is on the move and Yami is the firs target! Meanwhile, Lala learns of a new enemy that may be closer than she thinks.
Past
10. Past
December 20, 2012
The truth needs to come out. Yami finally begins telling Rito about her past, and explains how she came to be.
True Self
9. True Self
December 13, 2012
That Lala and her inventions. One of her crazy contraptions ends up getting Rito and Yami stuck to each other by their hands!
Bad Mood
8. Bad Mood
December 6, 2012
Rito begins to get closer with Momo, which makes Mikan feel uncomfortable and misplaced. After Rin helps her during a near collapse while walking home, Mikan can no longer hold her tongue and begins to vent.
Sisters: The Invention of Happiness
7. Sisters: The Invention of Happiness
November 29, 2012
Rito is confused by his sudden feelings for Lala; true to fashion, things get awkward quickly! Momo and Mea also discover the true and endearing nature of Lala.
Metamorphose: Changing Times
6. Metamorphose: Changing Times
November 22, 2012
Momo teaches Rito about the secrets of the female body and seeks to move Project Harem forward. Meanwhile, Rito learns about Ren and Run.
A Man? A Woman? Changing Ones
5. A Man? A Woman? Changing Ones
November 15, 2012
Rito dodges potential encounters with women--and all their respective parts!--but he soon gets a firsthand look at the female anatomy...and not in the good way!
True Smile
4. True Smile
November 8, 2012
The vindictive Azenda the Tyrant comes to Earth to provoke Yami into fighting again. Later, Haruna and Rito have yet another awkward encounter, and Mikan and Yami grow closer...so close that Yami compromises her old assassin beliefs.
Each Speculation
3. Each Speculation
November 1, 2012
Momo is intent on making Project Harem a reality...and she almost succeeds. Meanwhile, Mea begins to shake things up and prepares to welcome a dark force!
Doubt and Dish
2. Doubt and Dish
October 25, 2012
Rito learns that Yami still wants to kill him, and now she's an overnight guest in his house! However, it's not all rage and resentment! Momo continually tries to seduce Rito.
Continue
1. Continue
October 18, 2012
Rito is having a hard time adjusting when Lala's sisters move in...a really hard time. Momo's attempted seductions leave Rito frazzled--and then there's still the pressure of his unannounced love for Haruna.
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Where to Watch To Loveru Darkness
To Loveru Darkness is available for streaming on the Anime Network website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch To Loveru Darkness on demand at Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    October 18, 2012