'KonoSuba: An Explosion on This Wonderful World' Episode 1: Meet Megumin and Her Explosive Friends

If you are a fan of the hilarious and adventurous anime series ‘KonoSuba: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World’, you will be delighted to know that a spin-off series is coming soon.

‘KonoSuba: An Explosion on This Wonderful World’ is based on the light novel series of the same name, which focuses on the backstory of Megumin, the explosion-loving crimson demon mage.

What is the plot of ‘KonoSuba: An Explosion on This Wonderful World’?

The spin-off series takes place a year before Megumin meets Kazuma and the rest of the party in Axel. Megumin is a talented young mage who dreams of mastering the ultimate explosion magic.

However, her obsession with explosions makes her an outcast in her village, where everyone else prefers more practical and versatile spells. Megumin decides to leave her home and travel to the city of Axel, where she hopes to find a party that will accept her and her explosive magic.

Who are the characters of ‘KonoSuba: An Explosion on This Wonderful World’?

Besides Megumin, the spin-off series introduces some new characters that are related to her past and present.

Here are some of them:

Yunyun: Megumin’s childhood friend and rival, a crimson demon mage. She is more skilled and versatile than Megumin but suffers from low self-esteem and loneliness. She often challenges Megumin to duels but always loses because she lacks confidence.
Aris: A mysterious girl who claims to be Megumin’s sister. She has a cheerful and innocent personality, but she also has a hidden agenda that involves Megumin and her explosion magic.
Hyde: A masked adventurer who hires Megumin as his partner. He is a skilled swordsman who can use magic-enhancing items. He seems to have a connection to the Demon King’s army, which is the world’s main enemy.

When and where can I watch ‘KonoSuba: An Explosion on This Wonderful World’?

The spin-off series is scheduled to premiere on April 12, 2023, on Tokyo MX and other channels in Japan.

It will also be available for streaming on Crunchyroll and Funimation for viewers outside Japan. The series will have ten episodes, each with a runtime of 24 minutes.