That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime 2018
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What is That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime?
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime is a Japanese fantasy anime television series that began in 2018. The show is based on a light novel series and follows the story of Mikami Satoru, a corporate worker who is fatally stabbed and reborn in an alternate world.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2018
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 96
- First aired
- Oct 2, 2018
- Last aired
- Jul 10, 2026
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- Nippon TV, YTV, Tokyo MX, BS11
- Genres
- Action & Adventure, Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Comedy
- Updated
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 96 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Overview
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime is a Japanese fantasy anime television series that began in 2018. The show is based on a light novel series and follows the story of Mikami Satoru, a corporate worker who is fatally stabbed and reborn in an alternate world. Upon his reincarnation, he discovers he has become a slime creature and takes on the new name Rimuru. In this new world, he embarks on a journey to build a society that welcomes all races and creatures. The series is also known by its Japanese title Tensei Shitara Suraimu Datta Ken and by the abbreviation TenSura. It has been adapted into multiple seasons and has gained international distribution, with voice actors including Miho Okasaki, Megumi Toyoguchi, Brittney Karbowski, and Mao Ichimichi. The anime explores themes of leadership, community-building, and coexistence through its fantasy setting.
Should you watch it?
“A corporate worker reincarnates as a slime and builds a monster nation.”
- Unique isekai premise with a slime protagonist
- Focus on nation-building and diplomacy
- Lighthearted tone with moments of action
- Pacing can be slow during political arcs
- Some fans find later seasons less engaging than the first
You enjoy isekai anime with a focus on world-building and monster allies.
Suitable for teens and up; contains fantasy violence and mild suggestive content.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 24 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The Storm Dragon, Veldora Oct 2, 2018
- E2 Meeting the Goblins Oct 9, 2018
- E3 Battle at the Goblin Village Oct 16, 2018
- E4 In the Kingdom of the Dwarves Oct 23, 2018
- E5 Hero King, Gazel Dwargo Oct 30, 2018
- E6 Shizu Nov 6, 2018
- E7 Conqueror of Flames Nov 13, 2018
- E8 Inherited Will Nov 20, 2018
- E9 Attack of the Ogres Nov 27, 2018
- E10 The Orc Lord Dec 4, 2018
- E11 Gabiru is Here! Dec 11, 2018
- E12 The Gears Spin Out of Control Dec 18, 2018
- E13 The Great Clash Dec 25, 2018
- E14 The One Who Devours All Jan 8, 2019
- E15 The Jura Forest Alliance Jan 15, 2019
- E16 Demon Lord Milim Attacks Jan 22, 2019
- E17 The Gathering Jan 29, 2019
- E18 Evil Creeps Closer Feb 5, 2019
- E19 Charybdis Feb 12, 2019
- E20 Yuuki Kagurazaka Feb 19, 2019
- E21 Shizu-san's Students Feb 26, 2019
- E22 Conquering the Labyrinth Mar 5, 2019
- E23 Saved Souls Mar 12, 2019
- E24 Black and the Mask Mar 19, 2019
Season 2 · 24 episodes
- E1 Rimuru's Busy Life Jan 12, 2021
- E2 Trade with the Animal Kingdom Jan 19, 2021
- E3 Paradise, Once More Jan 26, 2021
- E4 The Scheming Kingdom of Falmuth Feb 2, 2021
- E5 Prelude to the Disaster Feb 9, 2021
- E6 The Beauty Makes Her Move Feb 16, 2021
- E7 Despair Feb 23, 2021
- E8 Hope Mar 2, 2021
- E9 Putting Everything on the Line Mar 9, 2021
- E10 Megiddo Mar 16, 2021
- E11 Birth of a Demon Lord Mar 23, 2021
- E12 The One Unleashed Mar 30, 2021
- E13 The Visitors Jul 6, 2021
- E14 A Meeting of Humans and Monsters Jul 13, 2021
- E15 Ramiris's Warning Jul 20, 2021
- E16 The Congress Dances Jul 27, 2021
- E17 The Eve of Battle Aug 3, 2021
- E18 The Demon Lords Aug 10, 2021
- E19 The Signal to Begin the Banquet Aug 17, 2021
- E20 On This Land Where It All Happened Aug 24, 2021
- E21 Adalman, the Index Finger Aug 31, 2021
- E22 Demon Lords' Banquet ~Walpurgis~ Sep 7, 2021
- E23 Returning from the Brink Sep 14, 2021
- E24 Octagram Sep 21, 2021
Season 3 · 24 episodes
- E1 Demons and Strategies Apr 5, 2024
- E2 The Saint's Intentions Apr 12, 2024
- E3 Peaceful Days Apr 19, 2024
- E4 Everyone Has a Part to Play Apr 26, 2024
- E5 Meeting of Both Sides May 3, 2024
- E6 Those Approaching May 10, 2024
- E7 Saint and Demon Clash May 17, 2024
- E8 Misunderstanding May 24, 2024
- E9 The Scheming of the Seven Days May 31, 2024
- E10 God and Demon Lord Jun 7, 2024
- E11 Reconciliation and Agreement Jun 14, 2024
- E12 Festival Preparations Jun 21, 2024
- E13 Invitation for All Nations Jun 28, 2024
- E14 Labyrinth and Storm Dragon Jul 5, 2024
- E15 Audience Jul 19, 2024
- E16 Benimaru's Ordeal Jul 26, 2024
- E17 The Lightspeed Hero Aug 2, 2024
- E18 A Throng of Visitors Aug 16, 2024
- E19 Festival Eve Aug 23, 2024
- E20 Nation's Opening Festival Aug 30, 2024
- E21 The Martial Arts Tournament Sep 6, 2024
- E22 Settling the Score with the Hero Sep 13, 2024
- E23 The Labyrinth Is Opened Sep 20, 2024
- E24 After the Festival Sep 27, 2024
Season 4 · 24 episodes
- E1 New Days Apr 3, 2026
- E2 The Dungeon Evolves Apr 10, 2026
- E3 The Avatar Team Is Formed Apr 17, 2026
- E4 Invitation Apr 24, 2026
- E5 The First Step May 8, 2026
- E6 The Council of the West May 15, 2026
- E7 The Mastermind's Identity May 22, 2026
- E8 The Groundwork of Greed May 29, 2026
- E9 Investigating the Ruins Jun 5, 2026
- E10 The Master of Greed Jun 12, 2026
- E11 Milim's Friend Jun 19, 2026
- E12 Episode 12 Jun 26, 2026
- E13 Episode 13 Jul 3, 2026
- E14 Episode 14 Jul 10, 2026
- E15 Episode 15 Jul 17, 2026
- E16 Episode 16 Jul 24, 2026
- E17 Episode 17 Jul 31, 2026
- E18 Episode 18 Aug 7, 2026
- E19 Episode 19 Aug 14, 2026
- E20 Episode 20 Aug 21, 2026
- E21 Episode 21 Aug 28, 2026
- E22 Episode 22 Sep 4, 2026
- E23 Episode 23 Sep 11, 2026
- E24 Episode 24 Sep 18, 2026
Frequently asked questions
Is the main character really a slime?
Yes, the protagonist is reincarnated as a slime with the new name Rimuru.
What is the show's genre?
It is a fantasy isekai anime based on a light novel series.
How many episodes are in the first season?
The first season consists of 24 episodes and one special episode.
Does the slime have special powers?
Yes, Rimuru gains unique abilities that help in building a new society.
Is it based on a manga or light novel?
The series is adapted from a Japanese light novel series.