By the Grace of the Gods 2020
What is By the Grace of the Gods?
By the Grace of the Gods is a fantasy anime series that follows the story of Ryoma Takebayashi, who dies at the age of 39 and is reincarnated into a magical world by three divine beings. In his new life as a young boy, Ryoma initially dedicates himself to studying and caring for slimes in the forest.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2020
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 24
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 4, 2020
- Last aired
- Mar 27, 2023
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- Tokyo MX
- Genres
- Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Updated
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Overview
By the Grace of the Gods is a fantasy anime series that follows the story of Ryoma Takebayashi, who dies at the age of 39 and is reincarnated into a magical world by three divine beings. In his new life as a young boy, Ryoma initially dedicates himself to studying and caring for slimes in the forest. His peaceful existence changes when he heals an injured traveler, prompting him to embark on a journey with new companions to help others using his abilities. Throughout his adventures, Ryoma's magical skills and unique relationship with slimes draw attention and admiration from those he encounters. The series explores themes of redemption, compassion, and finding purpose in a second chance at life within a fantastical setting.
Should you watch it?
“A lonely man reincarnated into a magical world finds purpose caring for slimes and helping others.”
- Unique slime-focused magic system
- Heartwarming themes of compassion and growth
- Peaceful yet engaging fantasy setting
- Slow pacing may not suit all viewers
- Limited character development beyond the protagonist
You enjoy gentle isekai stories with a focus on nature and kindness.
Suitable for teens and up; contains fantasy elements and mild adventure themes.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Ryoma, with the Slimes Oct 4, 2020
- E2 Departure, with the Slimes Oct 11, 2020
- E3 First Time in Town, with the Slimes Oct 18, 2020
- E4 Clean-Up Duty, with the Slimes Oct 25, 2020
- E5 The Lady's Training Session, with the Slimes Nov 1, 2020
- E6 Monster Hunting, with the Slimes Nov 8, 2020
- E7 Starting the Business, with the Slimes Nov 15, 2020
- E8 Laundry Business, with the Slimes Nov 22, 2020
- E9 The New Coworkers, with the Slimes Nov 29, 2020
- E10 The New Slimes, with the Slimes Dec 6, 2020
- E11 Taming Training, with the Slimes Dec 13, 2020
- E12 The Beginning of a New Era, with the Slimes Dec 20, 2020
Season 2 · 12 episodes
- E1 Ryoma and the New Plan Jan 9, 2023
- E2 Ryoma and the Crime Prevention Drill Jan 16, 2023
- E3 Ryoma and the Poster Girl Jan 23, 2023
- E4 Ryoma and the Second Shop Jan 30, 2023
- E5 Ryoma and the New Acquaintance Feb 6, 2023
- E6 Ryoma and the Magic Item Market Feb 13, 2023
- E7 Ryoma and the Local Cuisine Feb 20, 2023
- E8 Ryoma and the Traveling Entertainer Feb 27, 2023
- E9 Eliaria and the New Friends Mar 6, 2023
- E10 Ryoma and the Flying Slime Mar 13, 2023
- E11 Ryoma and Busy Days Mar 20, 2023
- E12 Ryoma and the Town of Gimul Mar 27, 2023
Frequently asked questions
Is this an isekai anime?
Yes, it follows the isekai genre where the protagonist is transported to another world.
What makes this series unique?
Its focus on slime research and care, along with a peaceful, compassionate tone.
Does Ryoma travel alone?
No, he is accompanied by companions he meets along the way.
Is the series based on a novel?
Yes, it is adapted from a Japanese light novel series.
Is there action in the series?
There are mild action sequences, but the focus is more on exploration and healing.