Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?

About Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?, often shortened to DanMachi, is an anime television series based on the light novel series of the same name by Fujino Omori. The series follows Bell Cranel, an aspiring adventurer, and his efforts to make a name for himself in the Dungeon - a sprawling labyrinth filled with monsters. The narrative takes a turn for the exciting when Bell falls for a powerful swordswoman, Aiz Wallenstein, who once saved his life, thereby setting him on a quest to become as strong as her.

Making / Production

The anime was developed by J.C.Staff, directed by Yoshiki Yamakawa, and written by Hideki Shirane. It was officially announced in June 2014 with a premiere date later in April 2015. So far, the series has three seasons airing with continued acclaim and viewership.

Actors

• Yoshitsugu Matsuoka voices Bell Cranel, the main character Bell with a heart-full portrayal of a naive, yet brave adventurer.
• Inori Minase portrays Hestia, Bell's supportive and bubbly goddess who brings charms and warmth to the series.
• Saori Oonishi lends her voice to Aiz Wallenstein, capturing the strength and grace of the formidable swordswoman.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The show's title 'DanMachi' is an abbreviation of the Japanese title 'Dungeon ni Deai wo Motomeru no wa Machigatteiru Darou ka'.
• The light novel the show is based on has also inspired a manga adaptation and multiple video games.
• Bell Cranel, the protagonist, is named after the famous mythological character, the Bell of Cranel, symbolizing his heroic journey.

Quotes

• "It's not enough. I must try harder. Because... I fell in love with her. My feelings for her... They're stronger than anything else. They're even stronger than my fear" - Bell Cranel
• "Just because you feel that something is worthless, doesn't necessarily mean that it is." - Hestia

Music and Soundtrack

• The opening theme song "Hey World" by Iguchi Yuka and the ending theme "Right Light Rise" by Kanon Wakeshima became particularly popular among fans
• The series' soundtrack was composed by Keiji Inai, known for his work on other successful anime series such as "Outbreak Company" and "Bungo Stray Dogs".