KONOSUBA – An Explosion on This Wonderful World! 2023
What is KONOSUBA – An Explosion on This Wonderful World!?
KONOSUBA – An Explosion on This Wonderful World! is a Japanese anime television series that aired in 2023.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2023
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 12
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 6, 2023
- Last aired
- Jun 22, 2023
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- Tokyo MX
- Genres
- Animation, Comedy, Action & Adventure
- Updated
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 12 episodes and an average 24-minute runtime.
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Overview
KONOSUBA – An Explosion on This Wonderful World! is a Japanese anime television series that aired in 2023. The show serves as a prequel spin-off to the main KonoSuba series and focuses on the character Megumin, a young wizard from the Crimson Magic Clan. Known for her dedication to mastering Explosion Magic, Megumin's story explores her intense focus on this powerful offensive spell. The series also introduces a subplot involving a black kitten discovered in the woods, which plays a key role in awakening a Dark God. Produced by Drive, the studio behind the third season of the original KonoSuba anime, this series continues the comedic and fantastical tone of the franchise. It premiered in April 2023 and is credited with further exploring Megumin's background and magical pursuits. The voice cast includes Rie Takahashi, Aki Toyosaki, Hitomi Nabatame, and Mitsuhiro Sakamaki. The show is part of a broader media franchise that includes light novels, manga, and previous anime adaptations.
Should you watch it?
“A young wizard pursues the ultimate offensive spell in this prequel to the KonoSuba series.”
- focuses on the origin of a fan-favorite character
- offers a standalone narrative within the franchise
- requires familiarity with the KonoSuba universe for full context
Watch it if you are a fan of the KonoSuba franchise and want to see Megumin's backstory.
The series features fantasy themes and comedic situations common to the KonoSuba franchise.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The Crimson-Eyed Wizards Apr 6, 2023
- E2 The Magic Academy's Taboo Apr 13, 2023
- E3 Guardians of the Crimson Demon Village Apr 20, 2023
- E4 The Crimson-Eyed Lonely Master Apr 27, 2023
- E5 Prelude to an Explosion of Madness May 4, 2023
- E6 The Raison D'être of an Explosive NEET May 11, 2023
- E7 Troublemakers of the City of Water May 18, 2023
- E8 Fanatics of the Water City May 25, 2023
- E9 Destroyer From the Crimson Demon Village Jun 1, 2023
- E10 Outlaws of the Town for Beginners Jun 8, 2023
- E11 The Explosion Girl and the Forest Irregularity Jun 15, 2023
- E12 An Explosion on This Wonderful World! Jun 22, 2023
Frequently asked questions
What is this series about?
It follows Megumin as she devotes her studies to mastering the powerful Explosion magic.
Is this a sequel to the main series?
No, it is a prequel spin-off series focusing on Megumin from the Crimson Demon Clan.
Who produced the series?
The anime television series was produced by the studio Drive.
When did the series air?
The series aired from April to June 2023.
Is this based on a light novel?
Yes, the series is part of the KonoSuba franchise which originated as a light novel series.