Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid 2015
What is Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid?
Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid is a Japanese anime television series that aired in 2015. The show is part of the Valkyrie Drive media franchise, which was announced at the AnimeJapan convention.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2015
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 12
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 10, 2015
- Last aired
- Dec 26, 2015
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- AT-X, Tokyo MX, Sun TV, TV Aichi
- Genres
- Animation, Action & Adventure
- Updated
Where to watch
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 12 episodes and an average 24-minute runtime.
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Overview
Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid is a Japanese anime television series that aired in 2015. The show is part of the Valkyrie Drive media franchise, which was announced at the AnimeJapan convention. Set on an artificial quarantine island called Mermaid, the series follows Tokonome Mamori, a girl with superpowers who is transferred to the facility. After being attacked, she is saved by Mirei, a newly arrived girl. When their enemies continue to pursue them, Mirei kisses Mamori, transforming her into a sword that Mirei then wields in battle. The series draws thematic elements from the mythological concept of valkyries, female figures from Norse mythology associated with selecting warriors for Odin. The anime was produced by Arms Corporation and is part of a larger franchise that includes multiple projects.
Should you watch it?
“Two girls on a quarantine island discover they can transform into weapons to fight their enemies.”
- unique combat mechanics
- fast-paced action sequences
- niche premise
Watch it if you enjoy supernatural action series featuring unique combat transformations.
The series features intense action sequences involving characters with superpowers.
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Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 I'm Getting Deflowered Mytharc Oct 10, 2015
- E2 The Wedding Aisle (Virgin Road) Core Oct 17, 2015
- E3 Zero Arm Core Oct 24, 2015
- E4 Governor Core Oct 31, 2015
- E5 Giant Girl, Little Heart Core Nov 7, 2015
- E6 No Money, No Life Core Nov 14, 2015
- E7 To Believe Core Nov 21, 2015
- E8 Valkyrie Effect Core Nov 28, 2015
- E9 Takeover Core Dec 5, 2015
- E10 Oppression Core Dec 12, 2015
- E11 Soldier Arm Mytharc Dec 19, 2015
- E12 Valkyrie Drive Mytharc Dec 26, 2015
Frequently asked questions
When did the series air?
The series aired from October 10, 2015, to December 26, 2015.
How long are the episodes?
Each episode is approximately 23 minutes long.
Where can I watch the series?
The series is available to stream on Crunchyroll and the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel.
Can I purchase the series?
Yes, the series is available to buy on the Apple TV Store or on Blu-ray via Amazon.
Where is the story set?
The story takes place on Mermaid, an artificial quarantine island for people with superpowers.