Chivalry of a Failed Knight

Chivalry of a Failed Knight is a TV anime produced by SILVER LINK. under the direction of Shin Ohnuma, based on the light novel series by Riku Misora. Follow Ikki Kurogane, branded the academy's weakest Blazer, as he defies the odds and fights his way to the top through sheer skill and determination. His intense rivalry—and budding romance—with A-ranked princess knight Stella Vermillion delivers a thrilling blend of high-octane action, fantasy world-building, and heartfelt emotion. With series composition handled by Shinichi Inozume, this adaptation stays true to the source material while bringing every battle to vivid life.

In a world where modern magic meets swordsmanship, an elite class of warriors known as Magic Knights wield weapons forged directly from their own souls. At a prestigious academy dedicated to training these formidable fighters, Ikki Kurogane finds himself in a uniquely difficult position — unlike his talented peers, he possesses almost no magical ability whatsoever, earning him the unfortunate title of "Worst One" among the student body. Just as he struggles to find his footing in this unforgiving environment, an unexpected challenge arrives: Stella Vermillion, a royal princess from a foreign land and the academy's undisputed top-ranked student, suddenly issues him a personal duel. The stakes couldn't be higher — whoever loses must pledge absolute obedience to the winner for the rest of their life. With the odds heavily stacked against him, Ikki's journey as a Magic Knight is only just beginning.