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The Eminence in Shadow

When Cid is isekai’d to another world, he creates an underground organization to live out a fight against a made-up cult. Little does he know the cult is real, and they’re not happy his power fantasy just impeded their plans!

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Cast & Crew See All

Seiichirō Yamashita
Cid Kageno
Adam Gibbs
Shadow
Haruka Shiraishi
Rose Oriana

Season 2 Episode Guide See All

Episode 1

The Lawless City

Wed, Oct 4, 2023

Cid and his sister Claire venture to the huge slum known as the ''Lawless City''. There, Cid gets caught up in the commotion caused by the Red Moon.

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Awards

  • 2022 - Seasonal Award - Favorite Fantasy - winner
  • 2024 - Annual Award - Anime of The Year - nominated
  • 2024 - Annual Award - Boy of The Year - nominated
  • 2024 - Annual Award - Supporting Girl of The Year - nominated

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