Tensei Shirata Slime Datta Ken Light Novel
Introduction
Tensei Shirata Slime Datta Ken, also known as That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, is a popular Japanese light novel series written by Fuse and illustrated by Mitz Vah. The series was first published on the novel publishing website Shousetsuka ni Narou in 2013 and later acquired by Micro Magazine for publication in print format. The light novel has been adapted into multiple manga series, anime series, and video games, and has gained a huge fan following worldwide.
The World of Rimuru Tempest
The story of Tensei Shirata Slime Datta Ken revolves around the protagonist Satoru Mikami, a 37-year-old corporate worker who is killed in a stabbing incident and reincarnated in a fantasy world as a slime named Rimuru Tempest. In this new world, Rimuru discovers that he has the ability to absorb other creatures and gain their abilities, which sets him on a journey to become the strongest creature in the world.
The world of Rimuru Tempest is a vast and diverse one, filled with different races, cultures, and magic systems. The story is set in the kingdom of Tempest, which was founded by Rimuru after he gained the trust and loyalty of the goblins living in the nearby forest. The kingdom of Tempest serves as a safe haven for monsters and other creatures who are discriminated against in the human-dominated world.
Main Characters
The characters of Tensei Shirata Slime Datta Ken are diverse and well-developed, with each character having their own unique personality, backstory, and motivations. Some of the main characters of the series include:
- Rimuru Tempest: The protagonist of the series, who starts off as a slime and gains various abilities as he absorbs other creatures.
- Veldora Tempest: A dragon who befriends Rimuru and becomes his first ally in the new world.
- Shizu: A human woman who is possessed by a powerful demon named Ifrit, and becomes one of Rimuru's closest allies.
- Benimaru: A goblin who becomes Rimuru's right-hand man and serves as the leader of the goblin village.
- Millim Nava: A demon lord who becomes Rimuru's rival and later ally.
The Light Novel Series
The Tensei Shirata Slime Datta Ken light novel series currently consists of 18 volumes, with the latest volume being released in September 2021. The series has been well-received by fans and critics alike, with its unique premise, well-written characters, and world-building being praised.
The light novel series has been translated into English by Yen Press, with 12 volumes currently available in English. The series is also available in other languages such as Chinese, Korean, and Spanish.
The Manga Adaptations
Tensei Shirata Slime Datta Ken has been adapted into multiple manga series, with different artists and writers working on each series. The manga adaptations follow the same story as the light novel series, but with some differences in the pacing and storytelling.
The main manga adaptation of the series is illustrated by Taiki Kawakami and published by Kodansha. The manga currently has 19 volumes in Japan, with 16 volumes available in English.
The Anime Adaptation
The Tensei Shirata Slime Datta Ken anime series is produced by animation studio 8-bit and directed by Yasuhito Kikuchi. The anime series follows the same story as the light novel and manga series, but with some differences in the pacing and storytelling.
The first season of the anime series aired from October 2018 to March 2019, with 24 episodes in total. The second season, which is split into two parts, aired from January 2021 to September 2021, with a total of 24 episodes.
Conclusion
Tensei Shirata Slime Datta Ken is a unique and entertaining light novel series that has gained a huge fan following worldwide. The series' well-written characters, world-building, and storytelling have made it a favorite among fans of the isekai genre. The series has been adapted into multiple manga series, anime series, and video games, and is showing no signs of slowing down anytime soon.