Date A Live — Date A Live
Three decades have passed since a catastrophic event—a "spacequake"—ripped through central Eurasia, tragically claiming over 150 million lives. Now, smaller tremors of the same mysterious phenomenon shake the world intermittently. High schooler Shido Itsuka thought he was living an ordinary life until he encounters a captivating girl amidst the devastation of another spacequake. He soon discovers she’s one of the "Spirits"—powerful beings unknowingly responsible for these destructive events. What's more, his seemingly normal sister, Kotori, is secretly the commander of the airship Fraxinus and leader of the organization Ratatoskr. Shido finds himself unexpectedly recruited, tasked with using a unique ability to seal away the Spirits’ powers and protect humanity. But there's an extraordinary condition: to successfully contain a Spirit, he must earn her affection and share a kiss—a challenge that promises to be far more complicated than it seems.
In Tengu City, a place frequently troubled by unpredictable "spatial quakes," Shido Itsuka lives a quiet life with his younger sister as an ordinary high school student. It was during one such quake at the start of the academic year that he…
Shido honed his practiced art of eliciting affection in women, and found himself once again in the company of the Spirit Princess.
Guided by Ratatoskr, Shido accompanies Tohka on a date, while Origami observes them from a distance.
On a dreary, rain-swept afternoon, Shido crossed paths with the enigmatic Hermit. Meanwhile, at school, a subtle tension flared between Tohka and Origami, their unspoken rivalry centered on Shido.
Shido went to Origami’s apartment, seeking Yoshinon, the puppet of the Hermit, which had been lost in the previous conflict. Meanwhile, Tohka spoke with Reine, sharing her emotions regarding Shido.
Shido and the Spirits resolved to visit the Tengu City Hot Springs, though their journey proved fraught with unforeseen difficulties.
A fresh-faced member of AST joins Origami and the others in their ongoing struggle against the Spirits. Simultaneously, a new transfer student arrives at Shido's school.
On a single day, Shido finds himself navigating dates with Tohka, Kurumi, and Origami. The question lingers: can he maintain this delicate charade undetected?
Shido and his companions confront Nightmare, and find themselves aided by an unforeseen ally.
The revelation of Shido and Kotori's abilities arrives, accompanied by further disclosures from Origami regarding her history.
Preparing for his meeting with Kotori, Shido accompanies Tohka and Yoshino on a trip to select a swimsuit. Separately, Origami delves deeper into the mysteries surrounding Ifrit.
Shido and Kotori found their afternoon at the amusement park agreeable, a pleasant diversion until Origami’s arrival fractured the tranquility.
