Chivalry of a Failed Knight (2015)
A magic-less underdog challenges the academy's elite in this action-packed fantasy anime series from 2015.
Chivalry of a Failed Knight - Series Information
- Original Title: 落第騎士の英雄譚
- First Air Year: 2015
- Last Air Year: 2015
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Action, Adventure
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 24 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 12
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: October 3, 2015 (United States - TV-MA), October 3, 2015 (Germany - 16), October 3, 2015 (France - 12), October 3, 2015 (Australia - MA 15+), October 3, 2015 (Brazil - 16), October 3, 2015 (South Korea - 19)
- Networks: AT-X
- Alternative Titles: Rakudai Kishi no Cavalry (JP), A Tale of Worst One (US)
- Production Companies: SILVER LINK., Nexus
- Production Countries: Japan
Chivalry of a Failed Knight - Plot
Magic Knights are modern magic-users who fight with weapons converted from their souls. Ikki Kurogane goes to a school for these Magic Knights, but he is the "Failed Knight" or "Worst One" who is failing because he has no magical skills. However, one day, he is challenged to a duel by Stella, a foreign princess and the "Number One" student. In this duel, "the loser must be obedient for life."
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Chivalry of a Failed Knight - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Ryota Osaka
- Shizuka Ishigami
- Nao Toyama
- Shintaro Asanuma
- Yu Kobayashi
- Hisako Kanemoto
- Yoshitsugu Matsuoka
- Mao Ichimichi
- Megumi Han
- Yoko Hikasa
Writers
- Shogo Yasukawa
- Shun Kawanabe
Chivalry of a Failed Knight - FAQs
Where can you stream Chivalry of a Failed Knight?
Chivalry of a Failed Knight is available to stream on Hulu and HiDive. It can also be purchased digitally on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies for viewers who prefer to own the series.
Is Chivalry of a Failed Knight based on a light novel?
Yes, Chivalry of a Failed Knight is based on a light novel series by Riku Misora, illustrated by Won. The light novel series, published under the title Rakudai Kishi no Cavalry, began in 2013 and served as the direct source material for the 2015 anime adaptation.
Who are the main voice actors in Chivalry of a Failed Knight?
The main voice cast includes Ryota Osaka as Ikki Kurogane and Shizuka Ishigami as Stella Vermillion. Supporting roles are voiced by Nao Toyama, Shintaro Asanuma, Yu Kobayashi, Hisako Kanemoto, Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, Mao Ichimichi, Megumi Han, and Yoko Hikasa.
Will Chivalry of a Failed Knight get a second season?
As of now, no second season of Chivalry of a Failed Knight has been officially announced. The anime concluded after its single 12-episode season in 2015. Fans of the series who want to continue the story are encouraged to read the ongoing light novel series.
What is Chivalry of a Failed Knight about?
The series follows Ikki Kurogane, a student at a Magic Knights academy who possesses no magical ability, earning him the title "Worst One." His fate shifts when he is challenged to a duel by Stella Vermillion, the top-ranked student, with the loser bound to lifelong obedience.
How does Chivalry of a Failed Knight end?
The anime concludes with Ikki competing in the Seven Stars Sword Art Festival tournament. He demonstrates remarkable growth through sheer skill and determination, ultimately achieving a decisive victory. The ending also deepens the romantic relationship between Ikki and Stella, offering a satisfying emotional resolution for the season.
What is the content rating for Chivalry of a Failed Knight?
Chivalry of a Failed Knight is rated TV-MA in the United States, indicating it is intended for mature audiences. The series contains action violence, suggestive content, and ecchi elements that may not be suitable for younger viewers.
What are similar anime shows to Chivalry of a Failed Knight?
Viewers who enjoyed Chivalry of a Failed Knight may also like The Asterisk War, which shares a very similar magic-school tournament premise, as well as Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?, Freezing, and Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- for comparable fantasy and action themes.
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