Get ready! The highly-anticipated “Classroom of the Elite Season 3” is set to air in January 2024! This gripping anime series has been captivating fans and critics alike since its initial release, garnering a steady increase in popularity.
The story so far: Season 2 brought to life the narrative from volumes 4 to 7.5 of the original light novels and volumes 7 to 12 of the manga. Now, with the confirmation that the entire first-year arc will be adapted into the anime, we can expect Season 3 to adapt volumes 8 to 11.5.
The drama ahead: The new semester begins after winter break at the Advanced Nurturing High School, and our protagonist Ayanokoji’s machinations have led to the downfall of Ryuen. But the academic battles and class rivalries are heating up. Perilous challenges are descending upon Class D, from a “Special Test” that guarantees a dropout to an onslaught from Class A’s genius Sakayanagi. Amidst the rising tension, Ayanokoji must keep his abilities hidden while he navigates through these trials.
The creative minds: “Classroom of the Elite” is a light novel series penned by Shogo Kinugasa and illustrated by Shunsaku Tomose, published by MF Bunko J since May 2015. As of January 2023, the series has an impressive 23 published volumes, and thanks to the TV anime’s exposure, the series has quickly gathered a large fanbase. It even won first place in reader voting for the popular light novel awards, “Kono Light Novel ga Sugoi!” three years running, from 2020!
The Characters: Our cast includes protagonist Ayanokoji Kiyotaka and classmates Horikita Suzune, Ryuen Kakeru, Ichinose Honami, Sakayanagi Arisu, and Karuizawa Kei. Their unique charms contribute significantly to the series. In fact, Karuizawa Kei has topped the “Kono Light Novel ga Sugoi!” heroine ranking in both 2020 and 2021! The first season of the anime aired in 2017, followed by the second season in July 2022. Now, the third season in 2023 is highly anticipated.
The Setting: The series is set in a high school boasting nearly a 100% graduation and job placement rate. The school operates on a ‘total meritocracy’ system, with the top-performing class guaranteed a successful future. The series follows Ayanokoji Kiyotaka, who starts in the lowest class D and aims to ascend to Class A, all while dealing with various issues within his own class.
The Experience: “Classroom of the Elite” offers a captivating narrative filled with mental duels, power plays, unexpected developments, and intriguing characters. From the second-year arc, new characters emerge, and previously overshadowed characters start shining. The evolving relationships between the heroines and Ayanokoji add to the richness of the scenario. Don’t miss out on this captivating series!
Classroom of the Elite anime office site:http://you-zitsu.com/
