Devils' Line (Japanese: デビルズライン, Hepburn: Debiruzu Rain) is a Japanese dark fantasymanga series written and illustrated by Ryo Hanada. It was serialized in Kodansha's seinen manga magazine Monthly Morning Two [ja] from March 2013 to December 2018. The manga is licensed for English release in North America by Vertical. An anime television series adaptation by Platinum Vision aired from April to June 2018.
Plot
In modern Japan, vampires live peacefully among humans. Yūki Anzai, a half human, half-vampire, is a member of the Metropolitan Police Department's Public Safety Division 5 and is in charge of cracking down on vampire crimes. During an investigation on a series of vampire murders, he meets graduate student Tsukasa Taira, and the two are drawn to each other, and soon become embroiled in a conspiracy involving the "CCC", an organization that schemes to eliminate vampires, and the mastermind behind the plot.
Devils' Line, written and illustrated by Ryo Hanada, was serialized in Kodansha's seinen manga magazine Monthly Morning Two [ja] from March 22, 2013, to December 22, 2018.[7][8] A series of extra chapters were published in the magazine from January 22 to May 22, 2019.[9][10] Kodansha collected its chapters in thirteen tankōbon volumes, released from September 20, 2013, to February 22, 2019.[11][12] An additional volume, listed as fourteenth, was released on June 21, 2019.[13]
In North America, the manga was licensed for English release by Vertical.[1] The fourteen volumes were released from May 24, 2016, to March 24, 2020.[14][15]Kodansha USA published the series digitally.[16]
A sequel manga series, titled Devils' Line II: Trigger (デビルズラインII[逆襲], Debiruzu Rain Tsū Torigā), began serialization in Morning Two on January 20, 2022.[17] The magazine ceased print publication and move to a digital release starting on August 4, 2022.[18][19] Kodansha released the first tankōbon volume on June 22, 2022.[20] As of December 21, 2023, four volumes have been released.[21]
An anime adaptation was announced in Monthly Morning Two on July 22, 2017.[16] The series is directed by Hideaki Nakano at animation studio Platinum Vision, with Ryouma Mizuno serving as assistant director.[4] Kenji Konuta and Ayumu Hisao have written the series. Pony Canyon Enterprises produced the series. The music is composed by Kana Shibue and recorded by King Records.[4] The opening theme song is "Eclipse" by Shouta Aoi,[53][54] and the ending theme song is "Sotto Toketeyuku Yō ni" by Mamoru Miyano.[55][56] The series aired from April 7 to June 23, 2018.[54] It broadcast on AT-X, Tokyo MX, BS11, Sun TV, and KBS Kyoto.[56]Sentai Filmworks have licensed the anime in North America, the British Isles, Australasia, and other regions, and streamed the series on Hidive.[57]MVM Entertainment released the series in the United Kingdom and Ireland.[58]
Tsukasa thought she knew everything about Akimura. She's unsuspectedly rescued from half-devil, Anzai, who works with the police force specializing in devil-related crime.
A sniper is out for revenge. Another random passing half-devil helps Anzai to recover by giving him a taste of blood.
5
"Plan B" Transliteration: "Puran B" (Japanese: プラン B)
May 5, 2018 (2018-05-05)
Devils throughout Kanto Region are transforming after witnessing a slasher attack broadcast on live TV. Tsukasa suggests a new method to extend Anzai's lifespan.
Tsukasa is confronted about her relationship with Anzai. Anzai is called back into duty to take care of an emergency situation as he learns to accept his demon instincts.
After being involved in a risky situation, Tsukasa asks Anzai if they are dating. Will Anzai be able to control his bloodlust in a relationship with her?
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^ abデビルズライン2 [逆襲](4) [Devils' Line II: Trigger (4)] (in Japanese). Kodansha. Archived from the original on September 11, 2024. Retrieved September 10, 2024.
^デビルズライン(2) [Devils' Line (2)] (in Japanese). Kodansha. Archived from the original on October 31, 2017. Retrieved January 16, 2018.
^デビルズライン(13)限定版 [Devils' Line (13) Special Edition] (in Japanese). Kodansha. Archived from the original on February 7, 2019. Retrieved February 6, 2019.
^デビルズライン(14)ドラマCD付き限定版 [Devils' Line (14) Drama CD Special Edition] (in Japanese). Kodansha. Archived from the original on July 29, 2019. Retrieved June 11, 2019.
^デビルズライン2 [逆襲](2) [Devils' Line II: Trigger (2)] (in Japanese). Kodansha. Archived from the original on November 21, 2022. Retrieved December 19, 2022.
^デビルズライン2 [逆襲](3) [Devils' Line II: Trigger (3)] (in Japanese). Kodansha. Archived from the original on May 22, 2023. Retrieved May 11, 2023.
^デビルズライン2 [逆襲](5) [Devils' Line II: Trigger (5)] (in Japanese). Kodansha. Archived from the original on September 11, 2024. Retrieved September 10, 2024.