Saga of Tanya the Evil (2017)
Anime series · 12 episodes · NUT · directed by Yutaka Uemura
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Studio NUT’s 2017 action-fantasy series, directed by Yutaka Uemura, follows Tanya Degurechaff, a ruthless young sorceress in a war-torn alternate Europe. Reincarnated by a vengeful god, the former Japanese salaryman now prioritizes military advancement and survival above all else, making her a terrifying force on the battlefield. The anime explores themes of war, anti-heroism, and revenge through its female protagonist.
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The story
The story of Saga of Tanya the Evil centers on Tanya Degurechaff, a young girl with blonde hair, blue eyes, and pale skin, who serves as a powerful sorceress in an alternate European war. Despite her childlike appearance and lisp, Tanya commands respect and fear within the Imperial Army. She ruthlessly strikes down her enemies while flying through the air, driven by an unwavering focus on efficiency and personal advancement.
Tanya's true identity is that of a former elite Japanese office worker, reborn into this war-torn world by a wrathful deity. This reincarnation fuels her desire for a strategic and comfortable life, pushing her to excel in the military. Her relentless pursuit of a higher rank and a secure position, even at the cost of others, makes her a formidable and dangerous figure among the Imperial Army's sorcerers, constantly battling both external foes and the divine entity that cursed her.
Credits & cast
- Studio
- NUT
- Director
- Yutaka Uemura
- Script
- Kenta Ihara
- Character design
- Yuuji Hosogoe
- Animation
- Yuuji Hosogoe
- Voice
- Aoi Yuuki as Tanya Degurechaff
Where to watch Saga of Tanya the Evil
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Saga of Tanya the Evil colour palette
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Questions about Saga of Tanya the Evil
Who made Saga of Tanya the Evil?
Saga of Tanya the Evil (2017) was animated by NUT and directed by Yutaka Uemura, from a script by Kenta Ihara.
Where can I watch Saga of Tanya the Evil?
Crunchyroll and YouTube list Saga of Tanya the Evil. Availability changes by country.
What anime are like Saga of Tanya the Evil?
Fans most often recommend Overlord, Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion, Attack on Titan: Final Season, Izetta: The Last Witch. In look: FLCL Alternative, Attack on Titan: No Regrets, Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Die Neue These.
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