Yandere Dark Elf is set to make its grand entrance with episode 1 premiering on Monday, April 7, 2025, at 1:05 am JST across Japanese television networks, including Tokyo MX and BS11. Post-broadcast, the episode will be accessible for digital streaming on platforms like HIDIVE, complete with English subtitles to cater to a wider audience.
This anime is part of the highly anticipated rom-com ecchi genre in the Spring 2025 lineup, captivating viewers with the romantic escapades of Hinata Sunohara and Mariabelle. With its intriguing premise, fans are eagerly counting down to the episode’s debut.
Release Date and Time for Episode 1
The inaugural episode of Yandere Dark Elf will roll out on April 7, 2025, at 1:05 am JST. However, for those outside of Japan, the episode becomes available on April 6, 2025, due to time zone differences and simulcasting schedules.
The following table details the release time for various regions:
| Time Zones | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Standard Time (PST) | Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 9:05 AM |
| Central Standard Time (CST) | Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 11:05 AM |
| Eastern Standard Time (EST) | Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 12:05 PM |
| Brazil Standard Time (BRT) | Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 1:05 PM |
| British Summer Time (BST) | Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 5:05 PM |
| Central European Time (CET) | Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 6:05 PM |
| Indian Standard Time (IST) | Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 9:35 PM |
| Philippine Standard Time (PHT) | Monday, April 7, 2025 | 12:05 AM |
| Australian Central Standard Time (ACST) | Monday, April 7, 2025 | 1:35 AM |
Viewing Platforms for Episode 1
Fans in Japan can catch the television airing of the first episode on channels such as Tokyo MX, BS11, and AT-X. Additionally, viewers seeking an uncensored experience can tune into Deregula, while platforms like d Anime Store, U-NEXT, and Abema will also offer the premiere.
For international audiences, including those in the USA, Canada, Singapore, the UK, Ireland, New Zealand, and Australia, episode 1 will be available on HIDIVE. French and German viewers can access it through Animation Digital Network, and Bahamut Anime Crazy also provides an option for streaming the episode.
Plot Overview of Yandere Dark Elf
Adapted from the manga series by Nakanosora, Yandere Dark Elf follows the journey of Hinata Sunohara, an orphaned student who finds himself transported to an alternate fantasy world where he successfully vanquishes the Demon Lord alongside his companions. However, upon his return to Earth, his ordinary existence is upended by the unexpected arrival of Mariabelle, a dark elf and one of his allies from the fantasy realm.
Now residing with Hinata, Mariabelle professes her unwavering love and desires to stay by his side indefinitely, leading to amusing situations fueled by her jealousy whenever Hinata interacts with other girls.
What to Anticipate in Episode 1
As the storyline unfolds in Yandere Dark Elf, viewers can expect the first episode to introduce core characters and set the narrative tone primarily through Hinata’s eyes.
It remains to be seen whether the episode will shed light on Hinata’s exploits in the fantasy world, but a focus on his evolving relationship with Mariabelle, the plot’s driving force, is highly anticipated.