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The Ryuo's Work is Never Done! 2018

★ 6.5/10 · 45 votes AnimationComedy 1 seasons · 12 eps Ended
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What is The Ryuo's Work is Never Done!?

The Ryuo's Work is Never Done! is a 2018 Japanese anime television series centered on the world of shogi, a traditional Japanese board game similar to chess.

Type
TV series
Year
2018
Status
Ended
Episodes
12
Runtime
24 minutes
First aired
Jan 8, 2018
Last aired
Mar 26, 2018
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
AT-X
Genres
Animation, Comedy
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The Ryuo's Work is Never Done! is a 2018 Japanese anime television series centered on the world of shogi, a traditional Japanese board game similar to chess. The story follows a teenage boy who is a skilled shogi master. His quiet life takes an unexpected turn when a nine-year-old girl arrives at his house, asking to become his disciple. Despite his initial reluctance, he eventually agrees to teach her, leading to a series of comedic and chaotic situations. The series explores their unconventional master-disciple relationship as they navigate the complexities of the shogi world together. Voice actors Yuma Uchida, Rina Hidaka, Hisako Kanemoto, and Ai Kayano are among the performers featured in the show. The anime is known for blending elements of comedy and slice-of-life storytelling within the context of competitive shogi. It was produced for television and released in 2018. The show's premise highlights both the strategic nature of the game and the humorous dynamics between its central characters.

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Should you watch it?

“A teenage shogi master finds his life turned upside down when a young girl requests his mentorship.”

Reasons to watch
  • engaging premise
  • focus on shogi culture
Keep in mind
  • unconventional premise
  • wacky tone may not appeal to all

Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted stories about mentorship and competitive gaming.

The series features a comedic tone centered on the dynamic between a young master and his student.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the main premise?

A teenage shogi master is asked by a nine-year-old girl to become his disciple.

What genre is the show?

The series is a comedy featuring wacky hijinks.

Who is the protagonist?

The protagonist is a teenage boy who is a master of shogi.

What is the relationship between the main characters?

The story follows the mentor and disciple relationship between a teenage boy and a young girl.

What activity is central to the show?

The show centers on the game of shogi.