That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime is a popular Japanese light novel series about a salaryman who dies and is reincarnated in a fantasy world as a slime monster. With unique abilities and a kind heart, he builds a nation of monsters and becomes one of the most powerful beings in the world.

Category
Anime/Manga
Release Year
2013
Origin
Japan
Tags
isekai
fantasy
reincarnation
slime
nation building
overpowered protagonist
light novel

Detailed Overview Information

Basic Information

Full Name
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime
Aliases
Not specified
Type
anime
Release Year
2013
Status
Ongoing series with anime, manga, and spin-offs
Origin
Japan
Region
Not specified

Creation Information

Creator
Not specified
Publisher
Not specified
Original Work
anime
Genre
isekai, fantasy, reincarnation, slime, nation building, overpowered protagonist, light novel

Content Information

Synopsis
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime is a popular Japanese light novel series about a salaryman who dies and is reincarnated in a fantasy world as a slime monster. With unique abilities and a kind heart, he builds a nation of monsters and becomes one of the most powerful beings in the world.
Main Characters
Not specified
Setting
Not specified
Themes
isekai, fantasy, reincarnation, slime, nation building, overpowered protagonist, light novel
Target Audience
Not specified

Media Forms

Original Medium
Web Novel / Light Novel
Adaptations
Manga, Anime series, Anime films, Video games, Mobile games
Merchandise
Figures, Plushies, Clothing, Accessories, Art books, Soundtracks
Cross Media
Video games, Mobile apps, Collaboration events, Theme cafe

Commercial Information

Light Novel Sales
Over 30 million copies sold worldwide
Manga Sales
Over 20 million copies sold
Anime Viewership
Millions of viewers globally across streaming platforms
Critical Reception
Highly praised for world-building and character development
Audience Reception
Beloved by isekai fans, praised for unique take on genre
Awards
Kono Light Novel ga Sugoi! rankings, Anime awards nominations

Fan Culture

Fanbase Size
Millions of fans worldwide
Demographics
Primarily teens and young adults, isekai and fantasy enthusiasts
Community Platforms
Reddit, Discord, Twitter, YouTube, Fan forums
Fan Creations
Fan art, Fan fiction, Cosplay, AMVs, Theories, Memes
Conventions
Anime conventions, Light novel events, Cosplay gatherings
Fandom Characteristics
Creative, Analytical, World-building focused, Character-driven

Historical Development

Creation Background
Fuse created the story as a web novel exploring unique isekai concepts
Major Milestones
2013: Web novel begins publication, 2014: Light novel adaptation starts, 2015: Manga adaptation begins, 2018: First anime season airs, 2021: Second anime season, 2022: Anime movie released, 2024: Third anime season
Cultural Impact
Influenced isekai genre with nation-building elements and non-human protagonist
Legacy
Considered one of the best modern isekai series, spawned numerous adaptations