Tis Time for "Torture," Princess: Season 1

Season overview

The first season of Tis Time for “Torture,” Princess is set amid an ongoing war between the Imperial Army of humans and the demonic Hellhorde. The human kingdom’s champion, known only as the Princess, and her sentient holy sword Excalibur—referred to as “Ex”—are captured by the enemy forces. Under the war’s established conventions, captured combatants may not be subjected to physical torture. Consequently, the Hellhorde’s inquisitor, Torture Tortura, employs a different method: she tempts the prisoners with experiences that are described as “delicious, cozy, and irresistible,” rather than inflicting pain. The Princess, noted for her iron will, initially resists these temptations while imprisoned. The season comprises twelve episodes that follow her captivity and the psychological struggle prompted by Tortura’s unconventional “tortures.” The series blends animation, comedy, and sci‑fi/fantasy elements, and is rated TV‑14. The premise centers on the clash of wartime protocol with the Hellhorde’s unique approach to interrogation, framing the Princess’s endurance against a backdrop of supernatural conflict.