---
title: "Maken-Ki! Battling Venus"
year: 2011
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/maken-ki-battling-venus-2011"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 60732
imdb_id: "tt3692198"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 2
episodes_count: 22
runtime_minutes: 25
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 57
content_rating: "TV-MA"
---

# Maken-Ki! Battling Venus (2011) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/maken-ki-battling-venus-2011

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Maken-Ki! Battling Venus is a Japanese anime series that aired in 2011. The show follows Takeru Ohyama, a teenage boy who enrolls in a new school that has recently become co-educational and does not require entrance exams. Upon arrival, he discovers that the school harbors a secret: all students wield special items called Makens to perform magical abilities and engage in duels. As Takeru attempts to adapt to this unusual environment, he also seeks to find a Maken suitable for him. The series blends elements of romantic comedy with action and adventure as Takeru navigates both his new school life and the challenges posed by its hidden nature. It was produced by AIC and aired on Tokyo MX. The series has also been released in North America under the title Maken-Ki! Battling Venus by Crunchyroll. Two original video animation episodes were later produced by AIC and Xebec.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A teenage boy enrolls in a new school only to discover students battle with magical items."

### Why Watch
- humorous premise
- magical combat elements

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains suggestive themes
- Tone & Suitability: The series features a protagonist described as a perverted teenager and includes girl-related complications.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: romantic comedy, supernatural, action, school life

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Crunchyroll | None | Apple TV Store |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (12 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 22
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 4 (18%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 18 (82%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Tomoaki Maeno** as *Takeru Ōyama*
- **Sayuri Yahagi** as *Kodama*
- **Iori Nomizu** as *Inaho Kushiya*
- **Misuzu Togashi** as *Azuki Shinatsu*
- **Mina** as *Minori Rokujou*
- **Hitomi Harada** as *Aki Nijou*
- **Noriko Shitaya** as *Haruko Amaya*
- **Shizuka Furuya** as *Uruchi Minaya*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the main character's name?
The main character is Takeru Ohyama.

### Q: What is a Maken?
A Maken is a special item that allows students to unleash magical abilities in duels.

### Q: What is the school setting like?
The school recently turned co-ed and does not require entrance exams for admission.

### Q: What genre is this show?
It is a romantic comedy featuring supernatural elements.

### Q: What is the protagonist's primary goal?
Takeru aims to find a Maken that works for him while navigating life at his new school.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Soma Experience: A Forest Journey | The Boite](https://www.boite.com.au/member-events/the-soma-experience%3A-a-forest-journey)
- [Maken-Ki! Battling Venus (TV Series 2011-2014) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/60732-maken-ki)
- [Maken-ki! - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maken-ki!)
- [Gosforth Central Middle School - Resources for Parents](https://www.gosforthcent.newcastle.sch.uk/Resources-for-Parents/)
- [Maken-Ki! Battling Venus (2011) | Story, Rating & Watch Guide | ShofHub](https://shofhub.com/en/title/%E3%83%9E%E3%82%B1%E3%83%B3%E5%A7%AB%E3%81%A3)
- [Maken-Ki! (TV 2011) - MyAnimeList.net](https://myanimelist.net/anime/9936/Maken-Ki)

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