---
title: "Lycoris Recoil"
year: 2022
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/lycoris-recoil-2022"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 154494
imdb_id: "tt16755706"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 13
runtime_minutes: 24
community_rating: 8.1
vote_count: 212
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# Lycoris Recoil (2022) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/lycoris-recoil-2022

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Lycoris Recoil is a 2022 anime television series that follows the daily lives of two young women working at a cozy café with a hidden purpose. The spirited secret agent and her more reserved coworker assist customers in various ways while maintaining the café's peaceful atmosphere. Their work environment serves as a front for their true roles, which involve handling unusual situations with skill and discretion. The series blends slice-of-life elements with action, highlighting the contrast between ordinary customer service and the protagonists' covert responsibilities. The show’s title refers to the Lycoris flower, also known as the surprise lily or spider lily, a bulbous plant known for its sudden, striking blooms. This flowering plant, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, is native to parts of eastern and southern Asia and is often associated with unexpected beauty and late-season growth. The café setting reflects the charm and subtle allure of this floral namesake.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two secret agents balance covert operations with daily life at a charming neighborhood cafe."

### Why Watch
- engaging character dynamic
- unique blend of genres

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited information on series scope
- Tone & Suitability: The series depicts secret agents in a professional capacity.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: cozy, action-oriented, character-driven

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Crunchyroll | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (13 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 13
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (23%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 10 (77%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Chika Anzai** as *Chisato Nishikigi (voice)*
- **Shion Wakayama** as *Takina Inoue (voice)*
- **Ami Koshimizu** as *Mizuki Nakahara (voice)*
- **Misaki Kuno** as *Kurumi (voice)*
- **Kosuke Sakaki** as *Mika (voice)*
- **Takaki Otomari** as *Yamadera (voice)*
- **Yoji Ueda** as *Shinji Yoshimatsu (voice)*
- **Yoko Soumi** as *Kusunoki (voice)*
- **Yoshihito Sasaki** as *Gotō (voice)*
- **Yoshitsugu Matsuoka** as *Majima (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the premise?
A spirited secret agent and an aloof colleague work at a cafe while helping customers.

### Q: What kind of setting is featured?
The series is set in an unassuming and charming cafe.

### Q: Who are the main characters?
The story focuses on a spirited secret agent and her aloof colleague.

### Q: What do the agents do?
They help their customers in any way they can while maintaining their secret identities.

### Q: Is this a lighthearted show?
The characters are described as happily helping their customers within their cafe setting.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Lycoris (plant) - Wikipedia](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lycoris_%28plant%29)
- [How to Grow and Care for the Spider Lily - The Spruce](https://www.thespruce.com/growing-spider-lilies-lycoris-5111318)
- [The Complete Guide to Growing Lycoris | Magic Lilies | Spider Lily](https://www.bulbblog.com/the-complete-guide-to-growing-lycoris/)
- [How to Grow and Care for Surprise Lilies (Lycoris)](https://garden.org/learn/howto/grow/surprise-lilies/)
- [Lycoris (Cluster Amaryllis, Equinox Flower, Hurricane Lilies, Magic ...](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/lycoris/)
- [What Is a Lycoris? The Flowering Bulb Explained](https://biologyinsights.com/what-is-a-lycoris-the-flowering-bulb-explained/)

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