魔入りました！入間くん 第4シリーズ

It's kind of interesting that everyone was surprised by Iruma's answer that he wants the demon world to be like Babyls. Because if you think about it, the other two candidates said the same. They basically wanted a demon world that is the image of their school. Grandparents did their job it seems. Also, with learning how important eating is to classify a demon, Iruma's achievement of winning the eating competition several times in a row is actually his best argument for becoming demon lord now. It will be interesting to see how Iruma-Senpai will work out in the second year. I could see it going both ways. Because people heard of the class opening the Royal One, there could be even more fans of them but also demons that want to prove themselves by beating Iruma. Especially the next abnormal class. But it seem that has to wait anyway, because we get another Demdol arc. This time with Ameri as the newest addition. I mean, she did sing while battling before, so what could go wrong? Except for the fact that Ameri's father will need a couple new pairs of glasses.

It's kind of interesting that everyone was surprised by Iruma's answer that he wants the demon world to be like Babyls. Because if you think about it, the other two candidates said the same. They basically wanted a demon world that is the image of their school. True, but they weren't really as out with it as Iruma was. They explained their schools' images as if they were their own beliefs, but Iruma just outwardly said he didn't really know much about the Netherworld outside of Babylus and so wants it to be like Babylus. None of it really mattered – at this age I'm sure the Thirteen Crowns were expecting them to not really have their own ideals on how the Netherworld should work, hence they were more interested in seeing their true characters based on how they ate – but it was surprising for one of them to be so upfront about now having thought about what the Netherworld should become.

I think the deeper point is also that all three of them lack the knowledge of the demon world. While the first two made their schools' images their own beliefs, it's not clear if that was truly their decision or just a result of "parenting". Of course, as you say, it doesn't really matter but I think it's not just Iruma who lacks the proper knowledge to be a demon king. The other two have the same problem. With the difference being that Iruma is aware he lacking this knowledge which might ultimately be an advantage.

While the first two made their schools' images their own beliefs I got the opposite impression, didn't those two change how their school functioned to suit their own? The student at Leizi was shock by his remark and he made a new commander position to suit himself, whereas Razberry wanted to break up how the top group was being run at his school by challenging all of them (rather than progress up normally).

It's kind of interesting that everyone was surprised by Iruma's answer that he wants the demon world to be like Babyls. Because if you think about it, the other two candidates said the same. While true, I think the crowns are surprised because "be like Babyls" to them means "the world Sullivan envisions". And that vision comes from a position of relative ignorance to the actual world (the commentary on instability). Because the crowns know Iruma as "Sullivan's grandson", this paints Sullivan himself into a different light in their minds.

Yes, but as mentioned in another comment, you could say that for the other two as well. They might just not have realized that they too were influenced by how their grandparents envision the demon world and they might have a lack of knowledge when it comes to everything outside their school. Of course, that isn't too important as they can still learn as kids. But Iruma even has the advantage here because he already realized that he needs more information about the world outside his school to become a demon king (at least once he decides he wants to the king).

I think it's a bit different with Leizi and Razberry, because their views are actually a bit more personal and concrete. Leizi wants freedom guaranteed by law, and while that is more or less what the Levialon academy looked like from the previous episode (and thus Levi's vision), he says it with enough gusto that convinces the crowns that those are his views. Same with Razberry. Iruma, by being completely open about wanting the world to be like Babyls, is a surprise because his views of what the demon world looks like lacks his own preferences. It's all Sullivan's vision. Assuming the demon world is a democracy, it's like asking three political candidates who they vote for. Leizi and Razberry voted for themselves. Iruma voted for Sullivan.

PHENOMENAL. The point about how demons eat basically summing up who they are is brilliant . The whole interview was basically just to get them to drop their guards once it was over all so they could show their true characters during the meal. Leiji being a savage demon who plays by his own rules, not caring about what others think about how he acts, Razzberry having terrible table manners but being "the cleanest eater" and being a picky eater yet making all of these weird combinations with his food, and then there's Iruma... GENIUS . His bottomless stomach was explained early on to be a result of his trauma, not having much at all in his previous life and so grabbing as much as he could when it was available to him, but that doesn't really fit as well anymore now that he has a stable life. So why does he still eat so much? Because now he has BOTTOMLESS GREED . Gone are the days of him eating out of desperation, here are the days of him eating so much because he wants it all! Even Baal couldn't help but get shivers down his spine at the thought of him being Demon King!

Irumas answer for what he would do if he ruled the netherworld was wholesome. Having the netherworld like Babyls makes sense. He has tons of fun there and everyone is accepting of him. It seems like Iruma is having some doubts about actually becoming the next demon king. It was nice that Sullivan explained that he was trying to give him options for his future. The thirteen crowns analyzing how the candidates ate was funny. Luckily for Iruma, him being a glutton worked out well for him. The school year is progressing now and they are now 2nd years imagining how they will talk to the first years. We now get Iruma senpai. Asmodeus recalling how he and Iruma first met was way over dramatic and hilarious. Iruma was right at the end. As long as he, Asmodeus, and Clara are together they will have a fun time. A really cute shot of them sleeping together was a nice way to end this episode

It seems like Iruma is having some doubts about actually becoming the next demon king. I mean, in fairness it was kind of dropped on him and he's rarely really thought about it himself. This is the first time he's actually had the option placed in front of him and he's not just going to jump on board immediately. The thirteen crowns analyzing how the candidates ate was funny. Luckily for Iruma, him being a glutton worked out well for him. Funny, yes, but also brilliant. The interview was completely meaningless and only there so they would drop their guards after it was over so the Thirteen Crowns could see their true characters during the meal. That's what they actually wanted to see. And Iruma being a glutton has now been recontextualised. Early on it was explained to be an aspect of his trauma, him wanting to eat a lot because he never knows when the food may stop coming and he's left with nothing again. But now that he has a stable life, his gluttony's actually become a representation of the greed and desire he's developed since coming to this world. Brilliant writing.

this is one of my top “the true XXX was another thing/event” whereby the true interview wasn’t the question to get thought-out answers, but the dinner itself it fits exquisitely with the demon theme and how their lives revolve around desire Baal even comments on his endless appetite arrogantly, which is underestimating my boy Iruma and the lesson of ambition from his future wife Ameri It’s sort of a relief that the Misfits will stay together but Purson showed us that whoever joins the class won’t be out of place. I’m actually looking forward to whoever joins Iruma as his kouhai, either in the battler or outside maybe as Eiko’s apprentice

Baal seemed like he was really trying to feel out Iruma and act like "if you know, you know" in sussing out how much Henri knew about Iruma. They didn't really interact directly but this WAS basically the first real meeting between our protagonist and ostensible main antagonist. And in his own way Baal acknowledged Iruma. I'm curious if we might get some siblings of the cast showing up as first years although other than Clara I think most everybody has an older rather than younger sibling.

How would the three prospective Demon Lords rule the Demon Realm? Leidzi would enact his own personal set of rules and follow his whims, Raz would enact a social darwinists' utopia, and Iruma...thinks everything is already fine in the Demon Realm? I mean, he's just a Babyls student so that's his frame of reference for near anything. Though maybe the Demon Realm should be more like Babyls, since Babyls is a TON of fun. The Thirteen Crowns come off really intimidating...at least until the actual dinner portion of the event begins and we get one of the grandest buffets of all time. All you had to tell Iruma was "dinner!" Was Baal trying to suss out if Henri knows about Iruma being a human? He's definitely aware Henri knows more than he's telling, and Baal has his eye on Iruma for one reason or another. Meanwhile Henri's glasses can actually heal themselves now when he's shocked by Iruma insinuating any closeness with Ameri. Glad to see Bachiko get to talk to Iruma and that she has Sullivan's full confidence! At least when she doesn't tease Iruma like she usually does. Should Iruma be the Demon Lord? Does he even want to be? Isn't he the most underqualified? And yet Sullivan wants him to keep his options open...and seems to have an inkling he's best suited for the job. And the real test of a demon is in how they eat, and his bottomless greed astounds even Baal. No surprise Azz is already calling Iruma the future Demon Lord while Clara thinks he somehow ate thirteen literal crowns, but they don't have time to worry about that when their future tenure as second-years is about to begin! Complete with kohai! What kind of Senpai will they be? The reliable Senpai or the Paisen who get run ragged by first years. Time for Monster House roleplay! How can Azz scold Iruma-sama!? Well, he can achieve a state of nirvana if it means scolding Iruma though. But honestly Clara, even if it means acting like a preschool teacher, feels like she is absolutely qualified to be a Senpai! And Iruma at least looks "fun" in cosplay. Azz's Iruma fervor is so strong he's basically rewritten episode 1 and his entire pre-Iruma personality in his head. It's like that Azz never existed. I'm sure the Iruma Crew will be great Senpai! Even if they become famous and scolded by Kalego for falling asleep together! Su-ki-ma! Huh? Don't worry Raz, you have perfectly fine eating habits. Next week: Dem-Dols! Kuromu! Ameri! Oh my!

Omg, the most unexpected Haikyuu reference! I absolutely loved how subtly they added it. So, for those who didn't know, Asmodeus's seiyuu also voiced Bokuto in Haikyuu, and "hey-hey-hey" was kind of his signature phrase. So this time, when Iruma (who is voiced by the same guy who did the main character in Haikyuu) said to him "hey, Azz-kun, hey-hey-hey", this was basically Hinata shouting Bokuto's signature phrase back at him. Too bad there would be no new episode next week, but I'm all seated for the new ark the week after.

That's my boy, I'm so proud of how you performed and the growth you're showing... Henri. You only cracked your glasses once and they recovered before they could fully shatter. Of course it all comes down to one question with demons, what drives them. Can't say either a total dictatorship or might makes right seem like very stable foundations for the future either, better the school life for everyone. The role play bits are always fun, love Azz just completely short circuiting attempting to be strict with Iruma, while Clara has years of experience over both of them as the older sister to her pack. Eiko's camera practice being put to excellent use there, getting her work on the front page of the school paper.

Disclaimer: I'm up to date on the manga. No pre-OP section this time, we're jumping right in. Back to Babel! The three grandsons are all kneeling before the Thirteen Crowns. That's a lot of aura. Iruma and Berry are both Rank 5, Leiji is Rank 6. Also interesting that Iruma doesn't give a family name. Oh, hey, Leiji and Berry are Law and Chaos from Megami Tensei. Or devils and demons from D&D. Guess that makes our boy Neutral. ...or it would, if he had an answer. The Netherworld's been good to Iruma. He had nothing before he came here. Arguably worse than nothing. Being sold to Sullivan was the best thing that ever happened to him. It's understandable why he doesn't see the need to change things. But as the Thirteen Crowns point out, there's a lot going on that Iruma is just kind of ignorant about. Babyls is in a relatively safe part of the Netherworld, and just because problems don't affect Iruma there doesn't mean they don't exist. The bottom line of this scene is, despite all his growth, Iruma is a long way from being the next Demon King. That's a political office, and Iruma has no real political vision. He's only just managed to have a vision even for himself. Oh, right, this is a fancy dinner. Those poor little bat things must be getting tired. Henri's glasses are still intact! That must be a new record. I want to say things about this scene but they're manga-related. Oh, there go the glasses. It seems like our boy has a reputation! He didn't even mention these things when they were bragging before. They're all goobers. These three are goobers too, honestly. And it's time to head back home! Sullivan, extremely unbiased judge, declares Iruma the cutest grandson. That's certainly been heavily foreshadowed, Iruma. I'm going to be honest, I don't think Sullivan is being entirely honest here. [Galle's fan theory] I think that Derkila charged Sullivan with finding his heir, and that Iruma has the qualities that Derkila was specifically looking for - specifically, the same qualities that were necessary for growing the Legend Leaf. Sullivan chose a human specifically because those qualities are so rare in demons. This chapter originally came out around the time Season 2 Episode 5 aired, and at the time I thought it was interesting that the eating habits of Leiji and Berry sort of paralleled Asmodeus and Clara. Well, if the real test was an eating contest, I think there's no question who won. Even Baal was impressed! Also important here: Iruma's appetite is associated with greed , not gluttony. People get confused about that a lot, for understandable reasons, but what really drives Iruma is his boundless capacity to want things and to refuse to compromise or settle now that he can do so. Azz is clearly having the time of his life. Somebody please help Clara, she's so confused. Oh, right, Iruma's been in the Netherworld for almost a year now! He's going to be a second year! Is that even allowed in a high school shounen series? New characters incoming! Look at the stars in Iruma's eyes. The big brother instincts are strong. Clara I don't think Azz is going to be any better at this, though for very different reasons. Azz.exe has performed an illegal operation and must shut down. Is that still Ayumu Murase doing the voice? I'm pretty sure it is. This is very silly, but Clara is an onee-san, and those skills transfer to senpaidom. Noble Banchou Overflowing With Dignity! ...guys I don't think Waifu Boy is going to be, like, any help. If anything he'd probably make you worse. That's oddly specific, Azz. Sukima! I think you might be a bit out of your league here Berry. Demon of the Week: Leviathan Leviathan is another case of a demon that does not appear in the Ars Goetia - in fact, it's debatable whether it counts as a demon at all. It sometimes does, though. Here's the intro paragraph to Wikipedia's article on Leviathan: Leviathan (/lɪˈvaɪ.əθən/ ⓘ le-VIE-ə-thən; Hebrew: לִוְיָתָן, romanized: Livyaṯān; Greek: Λεβιάθαν) is a giant sea serpent noted in theology and mythology. It is referenced in the Hebrew Bible, as a metaphor for a powerful enemy, notably Babylon. It is referred to in Psalms, the Book of Job, the Book of Isaiah, and the Book of Enoch.[1] Leviathan is often an embodiment of chaos, threatening to eat the damned when their lives are over. In the end, it is annihilated. Christian theologians identified Leviathan with the demon of the deadly sin envy. According to Ophite Diagrams, Leviathan encapsulates the space of the material world. The article goes on to describe its role in Judaism as follows: Later Jewish sources describe Leviathan as a dragon who lives over the sources of the deep and who, along with the male land-monster Behemoth, will be served up to the righteous at the end of time. The Book of Enoch (60:7–9) describes Leviathan as a female monster dwelling in the watery abyss (as Tiamat), while Behemoth is a male monster living in the desert of Dunaydin ("east of Eden").[16] So Leviathan is a female sea monster. Lady Levi is the only women among the Three Greats, and is strongly associated with water - she created the water park that Iruma and Ameri visited in season 2, and she runs the underwater Levialon Academy. Leiji's familiar that we saw last episode also has a dragon-like form, similar to the classic depiction of Leviathan as a sea serpent. There's also a sea monster/land monster dualism going on here with Behemoth, the male beast of the land. A few sources refer to a corresponding sky monster, Ziz. It's a bit of a stretch, especially since Belial and Sullivan have other demons they're based on, but with Jackapo being an underground school and Babyls being perched on a clifftop, one could argue that Levi, Belial, and Sullivan correspond to Leviathan, Behemoth, and Ziz.

I still feel like this mini-arc about Iruma being a candidate for Demon King felt weird. Like, I understand from a Doylist perspective Iruma being the future Demon King has always been the target, but it felt odd here. Iruma hasnt even been "a demon" for a year, and he's outright being told to see himself as a candidate? I had thought the candidate proposals would be an off-record event, and the Dinner a chance for the 13 to see the three but not directly state their intent. Hell, I was expecting Sullivan to actually nominate Ameri for a second (for reasons). Iruma himself has put very little forward for personal intrest in leadership, so openly listing him as a candidate, rather than a more subtle aiming that I think better matches Sullivan so far, felt out of place even with his humanity put aside. Like, the fact Iruma doesnt even know theres real trouble in the realm at what was essentially an internship interview was not a great look, even if the episode played it off. I would have thought a few more arcs both placing him in challenges and even more especially giving his loved ones chances to show him a path would happen before Iruma would be straight-up told "Hey ya wanna be King?"