Maou 2099

Five hundred years ago, the fantasy world of Alneath was torn apart by a war between magically gifted immortals and mortals armed with magical artifacts. The conflict came to an end when mortals' hero, Gram, slayed the Demon Lord Veltol Velvet Velsvolt. In 2099, the world looks a bit different. Alneath and technologically advanced Earth have fused in an event known as Fantasion. Immortals have been hunted down to near extinction, and technological implants called Familia allow mortals to use magic.

As the new world slowly recovers, Veltol's vassal Machina Solege resurrects him in Shinjuku, a techno-magical city constructed in the middle of devastated lands. However, Veltol's magic is severely weakened, and his former ally Marcus has betrayed him. To regain his fame and magical abilities, Veltol follows the advice of Takahashi—Machina's friend and a professional hacker—to start an unusual career: live streaming. His sharp tongue and comically poor gaming skills quickly secure him followers, but to dominate the world once again, Veltol must first uncover Shinjuku's secrets and thwart Marcus' vile plans.

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Solege, Machina Main

Itou, Miku Japanese

Velvet Velsvalt, Veltol Main

Hino, Satoshi Japanese

Takahashi Supporting

Hishikawa, Hana Japanese

Reynard-Yamada, Hizuki Supporting

Yamane, Aya Japanese

Gram Supporting

Namikawa, Daisuke Japanese

Götel, Tratte Supporting

Kanemoto, Hisako Japanese

Kinohara Supporting

Itou, Shizuka Japanese

Meldia Supporting

Nazuka, Kaori Japanese

Heygrams, Albert Supporting

Ishiya, Haruki Japanese

Seburd, Korneah Supporting

Satou, Setsuji Japanese

Higashi, Mao Producer

Fujishiro, Atsushi Producer

Terui, Takeshi Producer

Ishiwaki, Tsuyoshi Producer

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Dec 28, 2024

Marinate1016

Recommended

Maou 2099 was probably the second biggest surprise of the season for me after Mecha-ude. I’d seen the books around in stores for the last couple of years and kept passing on it before the anime got announced. I decided to hold off and wait for the anime and I’m glad I did because wow. This was great. I really can’t describe the sort of feeling this show evoked in me, I can only compare it some other recent experiences like Cyberpunk 2077. ID:invaded and No Guns Life from a few years ago. The futuristic setting, the characters, the interesting world-building and mechanics, this was ... a blast to watch every week and I’m going to miss it.

The shortest way I’d describe Maou 2099 is Hatamou, but good. Much better story, more action, more interesting characters, better lead, but you still have a demon lord who’s teleported to earth. Combine that with the cyberpunk setting and you got something special. What’s cool is that in this universe, earth and the original fantasy world have merged, so you aspects of fantasy mixed with more sci-fi stuff. Scientific devices control the output of magic similar to Mahouka, making it accessible for everyone, which means the superiority that the demon lord enjoyed in his original world doesn’t exist anymore. I thought it was very cool to see Veltol have to adjust from being the apex predator of his world to being just another loser in ours. They actually addressed this in a mature way too rather than just playing it up for laughs. There’s a proper mental and social adjustment process that we see him go through thanks in large part to best girl Machina.

While Veltol finding his way in this new world is great, what I loved most about this show is the chemistry the trio have. Takahashi, Machina and Veltol are such a good team. It has some vibes of Maou Gakuin, but Veltol has way more personality than Anos, and actually acts like a normal person for the most part. I’m a huge sucker for characters being loyal for extended periods of time and seeing Machina’s backstory and all she went through in the centuries between Veltol’s “demise” and his awakening in this new world was beautiful. I think everyone should be rewarded for their efforts and I’m really pleased with what the author did for her in the second half. They ended up being one of my fave ships of the season. There’s a real homey/comfy vibe to this story, you just have to watch it to understand what I’m talking about.

I think Maou 2099’s success is due in large part to JC staff only adapting two books in a whole season. It really feels like all the story beats got developed well, pacing was perfect. I couldn’t detect any rushed eps or anything dragging on. Having recently ordered the books while waiting on the season to finish before starting them, just from the titles I can tell each volume handles its own mini arc which makes adapting it a lot easier.

This was definitely one of the better looking JC staff productions. Fights looked great, character designs are very accurate to the LN and the soundtrack was really cool. Not to mention having the best ED of the season!

Maou 2099 was an amazing watch to me personally. I think Veltol learning to live again and finding new purpose was a beautiful storyline, the antagonist in the first arc was compelling, the romance is subtle but sweet and it’s a cool ass cyberpunk world. Can’t ask for much more. On to the books we go

Maou 2099 gets 9 familias out of 10.

Reviewer’s Rating: 9

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Jan 19, 2025

Inrare

Mixed Feelings

-Maou 2099 is an anime that shines in some aspects, particularly its visual style and character design, but stumbles with an underdeveloped narrative and a sound department that doesn't quite stand out. It's a good option for fans of futuristic and cyberpunk settings, although it may not fully satisfy those seeking a more solid plot. With an overall rating of 6.8, the anime offers an entertaining but not essential experience-

-Design-

Audio: 6
Visual style: 8
Quality: 7

-Story-

... History: 5
Characters: 8

(ES) Maou 2099 es un anime que brilla en algunos aspectos, especialmente en su estilo visual y en el diseño de sus personajes, pero tropieza con una narrativa poco desarrollada y un apartado sonoro que no termina de destacar. Es una buena opción para los fanáticos de los ambientes futuristas y cyberpunk, aunque puede no satisfacer completamente a quienes buscan una trama más sólida. Con una calificación general de 6.8, el anime ofrece una experiencia entretenida pero no esencial.

Reviewer’s Rating: 7

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Nov 16, 2025

Abdiel7

Not Recommended

Demon Lord 2099
or
The Lord Of Immortals Blooming in The Abyss F.E. 2099

There was a short blooming of this show, before it fell into the Abyss.

It takes a very eccentric mind, to try and make the marriage between futuristic sci-fi elements and medieval Fantasy. It takes an even more wisdom to consummate intimately it into a truly compelling piece with a disciplined narrative.

Unfortunately we have only the former with this one…

That’s not all, we have all these potentially exciting as well as enticing elements, a plethora of settings that make your mouth water, characters, types and designs that could fill several encyclopedias. Such ... a vast horizon but at some point the writer seems it acceptable to place us into our friendly neighbourhood school building.

Ah the esteemed high-school building, where the story of all great Fantasy go to die. Do you remember the school in Eminence in the shadow? Yeah I do! It was the worst part. How about in Mushoku Tensei? Yeah that too! It tanked the second season cour 1. This setting is terrible for these shows because it’s the exact place we wanted to escape from when we started watching this show. It's especially not needed when we're dealing with adults.

This MC... We hoped for our salvation with another Anos, another Alucard, another Ainz; the AAA of 'DEMON LORD. We should have gotten the hint when his name didn’t start with A but with the pussy letter V. The experience is supposed to be centred around him, his goals, his journey, his desires. But in typical fashion the writer lacks courage, lacks the ability to empathize with the mind of a true King of the Abyss. His own development seems like a regression, his impact on the story; a means to an end for others. It’s apparent he’s been banned from ever being allowed to be cool or to have ‘aura’ as the youngings say it today. Such a shame, he doesn’t show any wickedness any callous, reckless, cruel, selfish or even ruthless behaviour. Why then is he a ‘Demon Lord’, they waste this premise criminally.

The side characters, boring, disappointing and at their worst a total nuisance. Are they female? They won’t die, Are they a man? They’re already dead whether spiritually, or physically. If they’re a female they’re being “controlled” or they’re allowed to be an irritant, If they’re a man conversely, an evil tyrant or fool. Have you ever cringed at dialogue? Stupid question right? You are truly in for a generational ‘try not to cringe challenge here’. One of these annoying characters will downright banish any attempt to take this show seriously. I’m not actually sure why this female is here, it frankly seems like they were trying to kill the spark in every prospective blossoming of ambiance this show had left. Too many women, not enough grit and darkness. Making light of everything, the tension just disappears. Time and time again they end up saving the female antagonist rather than perishing them to perdition. All that does is nullify the kind of powerful emotion these fighting scenes are suppose to cultivate.

The plot was perhaps the most displeasing. The entire first Arc should have been stretched into the 12-13 episodes. It robbed the main duo of their shine, and cheapened the general overarching conflict of the series. A potent, resourceful but familiar villain beaten by the pen, not the MC. It was also, again as is common with shows of this nature, just too easy. One of the most powerful and respected beings, stripped of his power in a new age. Only for it to be resolved in the most lackadaisical and anti-climactic manner. A chance to be humbled to edify the narrative, to see the world in a new light. Turned into comical debasement to no greater effect. It may be a personal thing, but I dislike these struggles, journeys and suffering being degraded for humor or for a seemingly witty present day reference. The methods employed here will surprise you, but it’s not a delightful slice of cake but rather an old tin-can of beans. The second arc? An utter waste of time, shouldn’t have existed. It takes us further away from the initial objectives, the mission of the reincarnation is almost forgotten.

Finale? Poor..
This one you feel nothing, an episode that encapsulates the efforts of this show. What’s strange is that I haven’t heard this show mentioned once in any discourse despite such rapturous applause and wide critical acclaim. My statement made after almost a year after it’s conclusion, for all the avenues ventured none of it manages to stick because it wasn’t taken very seriously.

The greatest finales of this kind of genre I give to Season 2 cour 1(E12) of Tensura and Season 1 Episode 20(Advent of the Demon) of Eminence in the Shadow. These finales just multiply the positive emotion shown throughout the season, conclude matters in a way that is satisfying, gratifying and gives you hope for more. They put clearly on a display the compounding events and the resultant ‘crespuscolo’ is the icing on the cake.

Back to this show..
As for the general production quite nice actually, I can’t point you any spectacular moments but there’s not much left to want, except a lack of what this kind of work could have been used to service better. The ED was outstanding for me, the OP not so much. I’d say there’s nothing to complain about here. The soundtrack by Tatsuya Kato, is quite pleasant to listen to when you're not watching this show, a job well done on his part.

Final Rankings

Animation 8
Soundtrack 8
Plot 4
Character 4
Enjoyment 3

27/50 – 5.4/10 – 5/10 – Looks great on the outside, but it’s a mud cake..

I took a 3 week-break between episode 7 and episode 12 to pure disappointment at the shift in core narrative, utterly unacceptable as a binging experience. Any interest in the show was gone.
In the end, This has some dazzling moments, it may entice your into it's den of delusions initially but once you're inside it's realm, there's an empty hall.

Hope this helps.

Reviewer’s Rating: 5

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