Chivalry of a Failed Knight

Synopsis

Magic Knights are modern magic-users who fight with weapons converted from their souls. Ikki Kurogane goes to a school for these Magic Knights, but he is the "Failed Knight" or "Worst One" who is failing because he has no magical skills. However, one day, he is challenged to a duel by Stella, a foreign princess and the "Number One" student. In this duel, "the loser must be obedient for life."

First Air Date: 2015-10-03

Last Air Date: 2015-12-19

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 12

Networks: AT-X

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Top Cast

Ryota Osaka as Ikki Kurogane (voice)
Shizuka Ishigami as Stella Vermillion (voice)
Nao Toyama as Sizuku Kurogane (voice)
Shintaro Asanuma as Nagi Arisuin (voice)
Yu Kobayashi as Ayase Ayatsuji (voice)
Hisako Kanemoto as Toka Todo (voice)
Yoshitsugu Matsuoka as Shizuya Kirihara (voice)
Mao Ichimichi as Renren Tomaru (voice)
Megumi Han as Utakata Misogi (voice)
Yoko Hikasa as Kanata Totokubara (voice)

Seasons

Season 1 (2015)

Ikki's lack of magic is a disappointment, but when Princess Stella duels him, she learns he's got other skills. Maybe serving him won't be a chore.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Failed Knight I (2015-10-03)

Ikki Kurogane walks in on Princess Stella Vermillion changing clothes. A duel will settle the matter, but Stella raises the stakes, obligating the loser to lifelong servitude.
Ep. 2: Failed Knight II (2015-10-10)

Ikki’s sister, Shizuku, enrolls in the school and causes quite the commotion upon seeing him. With Shizuku's arrival, Stella learns more about Ikki’s history.
Ep. 3: Failed Knight III (2015-10-17)

Shizuku invites Ikki to go shopping, but is annoyed when Stella joins them. Ikki meets Shizuku’s roommate, whose device helps the group as they encounter some serious trouble!
Ep. 4: Failed Knight IV (2015-10-24)

Ikki’s first official match approaches! Unfortunately, he and his opponent, Shizuya Kirihara, have a history. Worse, Kirihara has the immediate upper hand due to his device.
Ep. 5: The Experience of the Princess (2015-10-31)

As a result of his selection match performances, Ikki gains an unexpected following. Kagami gives Stella some advice that may save the princess and Ikki from parting ways.
Ep. 6: Sword Eater I (2015-11-07)

Another student wishes to be Ikki’s pupil, but doesn’t quite know how to ask. Despite her initial awkwardness, Ayatsuji proves to be a hard worker and talented with a sword.
Ep. 7: Sword Eater II (2015-11-14)

Ikki’s impending opponent might be the most difficult one yet. He’ll have to rely on his skill and determination to help a friend rediscover their honor.
Ep. 8: Sword Eater III (2015-11-21)

In an effort to help Ayase and her father, Ikki challenges Kuraudo Kurashiki, a swordsman from Donro Academy with the nickname “Sword Eater”.
Ep. 9: Princess' Vacation (2015-11-28)

Stella and Ikki head to what they think is a vacation, only to find multiple surprises lying in wait. Meanwhile, Shizuku makes a visit home.
Ep. 10: Witch of the Deep Ocean vs Raikiri (2015-12-05)

Shizuku's next opponent is none other than the student council president, Toka Todo. In the clash between lightning and water, which blazer will emerge as the victor?
Ep. 11: An Uncrowned Champion I (2015-12-12)

An innocent kiss shared in secret becomes the catalyst for a scandal, and Ikki is taken by the ethics committee on counts of "indecent" behavior with the Crimson Princess.
Ep. 12: An Uncrowned Champion II (2015-12-19)

The stage is set and stakes run high as Ikki prepares to face the unbeatable Raikiri. In the end, who will be the victor?