Demon Lord 2099
A demon lord awakens in a cyberpunk merged world.
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Demon Lord 2099 is a Japanese light novel series written by Daigo Murasaki and illustrated by Kureta. The series began publication under Fujimi Shobo's Fujimi Fantasia Bunko imprint in January 2021 and has been licensed in English by Yen Press. It won the 33rd Fantasia Grand Prize.
- field
- Light novel series
- author
- Daigo Murasaki
- illustrator
- Kureta
- imprint
- Fujimi Fantasia Bunko
- first_published
- January 2021
- award
- 33rd Fantasia Grand Prize
Lore & Background
The story follows Veltol Velvet Velsvalt, a villainous demon lord from the magical world of Alneath who was slain by the hero Gram. Five hundred years later, his subordinate Machina Soleige revives him, only to find that Alneath has merged with Earth in a catastrophe called the Fantasion, which occurred in 2023. The merged world of 2099 combines magic with engineering into 'magineering,' and Veltol, now powerless, seeks to rebuild his following with Machina and her hacker friend Takahashi.
Reader's Guide
The series has spawned two manga adaptations: the first by Kiiro Akashiro ran from November 2021 to June 2022 on Kadokawa Shoten's Shōnen Ace Plus before being removed for unknown reasons; the second by Yutaka Sakurai ran from March 2023 to August 2024 and was collected into three tankōbon volumes. An anime television series adaptation by J.C.Staff aired from October to December 2024, streamed by Crunchyroll. The series' significance lies in its fusion of fantasy and cyberpunk tropes, winning the Fantasia Grand Prize and gaining international licensing.
Did You Know?
- The light novel series won the 33rd Fantasia Grand Prize.
- The first manga adaptation was removed from Shōnen Ace Plus for unknown reasons.
- The anime adaptation was announced at AnimeJapan on March 25, 2023.
- The English dub features Ian Sinclair as Veltol and Sarah Wiedenheft as Machina.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who wrote Demon Lord 2099?
The series was penned by Daigo Murasaki, with character and scene artwork handled by illustrator Kureta. It was released under Fujimi Shobo's Fujimi Fantasia Bunko line starting in January 2021.
What is Demon Lord 2099 about?
The story follows a demon lord who suddenly finds themselves in a world where cyberpunk technology and fantasy elements have merged into a single setting. The protagonist must navigate this hybrid landscape while dealing with the implications of their awakened power.
What award did Demon Lord 2099 win?
The series took home the 33rd Fantasia Grand Prize, a competitive award for light novel works in Japan. This recognition helped bring the title to wider attention before its serialized publication.
Can I read Demon Lord 2099 in English?
Yes, Yen Press has licensed the series for English-language publication. Readers outside Japan can pick up the translated volumes through Yen Press's catalog.
Who illustrates Demon Lord 2099?
Kureta is responsible for the series' artwork, providing both character designs and interior illustrations. Their visual style complements the cyberpunk-fantasy blend of the setting.
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