---
title: "Puzzle & Dragons"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/puzzle-dragons-2018"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 80559
imdb_id: null
status: "Returning Series"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 389
community_rating: 8.0
vote_count: 3
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Puzzle & Dragons (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/puzzle-dragons-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Puzzle & Dragons is an animated television series. The series is set in modern day Japan and follows the story of a young protagonist. The main character is an elementary school kid who aspires to become a professional gamer. The series explores the growth and development of this young individual as they pursue their dreams.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A young boy in modern Japan pursues his dream of becoming a professional gamer."

### Why Watch
- focuses on professional gaming aspirations
- relatable protagonist

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited scope for older viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The series is appropriate for general audiences interested in gaming culture.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: inspirational, youthful, contemporary, lighthearted

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
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## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (389 Episodes)
Puzzle & Dragons is an anime television series that premiered in 2018. The story is set in modern day Japan and follows the growth of the protagonist Taiga Akashi, an elementary school kid who wants to be a professional gamer someday. Taiga becomes partners with a monster named Toragon, and their path to becoming a pro gamer unfolds. The series is based on the popular mobile game Puzzle & Dragons. The anime adaptation is produced by Pierrot.

## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 389
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (1%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 386 (99%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Asuna Tomari** as *Taiga Akashi (voice)*
- **Tetsuya Kakihara** as *Toragon (voice)*
- **Honoka Inoue** as *Sakura Uzuki (voice)*
- **Yusuke Kobayashi** as *Ryuji Matsubara (voice)*
- **Chie Koujiro** as *Yukichi Tokusawa (voice)*
- **Minami Takayama** as *Ginga (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who is the main character?
The protagonist is an elementary school student named Taiga Akashi.

### Q: Where is the series set?
The story takes place in modern day Japan.

### Q: What is the protagonist's goal?
Taiga Akashi aspires to become a professional gamer.

### Q: What is the central theme?
The show follows the growth of a young boy as he works toward his gaming career.

### Q: What age group is the protagonist in?
The character is an elementary school kid.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Puzzle & Dragons — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/80559)
- [Puzzle & Dragons X (TV Series 2016-2018) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8256136/fullcredits/cast)
- [Puzzle & Dragons X - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Puzzle_&_Dragons_X)
- [Puzzle & Dragons (TV Series 2018- ) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/80559-puzzle-and-dragons-cross/cast)
- [Puzzle & Dragons (2018-2026) - Full Cast and Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/tv-shows/puzzle-dragons/fda4vc0ELiMEALoCN8bBp2/credits/)
- [Full credits of "Puzzle & Dragons X (TV Series)" - FilmAffinity](https://www.filmaffinity.com/en/fullcredits.php?movie_id=363662)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*