OVA
Description
"Yondemasu yo, Azazel-san" is a supernatural comedy anime based on the manga by Yasuhisa Kubo. The series revolves around Akutabe, a private detective who specializes in solving cases involving demons and supernatural phenomena. Akutabe employs demons to assist in his investigations, summoning them through a ritualistic process. Among these demons is Azazel, a low-ranking, mischievous, and often perverted demon who frequently causes more trouble than he solves. Despite his incompetence, Azazel becomes a recurring figure in Akutabe’s cases, often leading to chaotic and humorous situations.

The narrative is episodic, with each episode or story arc focusing on a new case or supernatural problem. Akutabe’s clients range from ordinary humans dealing with curses to otherworldly entities seeking revenge or assistance. The detective’s methods are unconventional, often involving the summoning of various demons, each with unique abilities and personalities. Alongside Azazel, other demons such as Beelzebub, a high-ranking but lazy demon, and Mulberry, a timid and polite demon, frequently appear, adding to the comedic and unpredictable nature of the series.

The dynamic between Akutabe and the demons is central to the story. Akutabe is pragmatic, ruthless, and often manipulative, using the demons as tools to achieve his goals. In contrast, the demons, particularly Azazel, are portrayed as flawed and self-serving, often clashing with Akutabe’s no-nonsense approach. This tension creates much of the series’ humor, as the demons’ antics frequently derail Akutabe’s plans, leading to absurd and over-the-top scenarios.

The tone of the series is darkly comedic, blending supernatural elements with slapstick humor and occasional moments of grotesque or risqué content. The interactions between the human and demon characters highlight themes of power, morality, and the absurdity of human desires, often satirizing both human and demonic behavior. Despite its comedic focus, the series occasionally delves into darker themes, such as the consequences of summoning demons and the moral ambiguity of Akutabe’s methods.

The main characters include Akutabe, the cunning and morally ambiguous detective; Azazel, the bumbling and lecherous demon; Beelzebub, a powerful but indolent demon; and Mulberry, a gentle and submissive demon. Supporting characters, such as Rinko Sakuma, Akutabe’s assistant, and various clients, add depth to the episodic structure, providing new challenges and interactions in each case. The series’ humor and narrative are driven by the interplay between these characters, creating a unique blend of supernatural intrigue and comedic chaos.
Information
Yondemasu yo, Azazel-san
よんでますよ、アザゼルさん。
Type: OVA
Anime Episodes: 1
Movie/Episode length: 12 min.
Date: 02/23/2010
Categories
Genre
Ghost StoriesComedy
Tags
Demons
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Staff
  • Director
    Tsutomu Mizushima
  • Storyboard
    Tsutomu Mizushima
    Susumu Mitsunaka
  • Music
    Ryuji Takagi
  • Character Design
    Junichirō Taniguchi
  • Chief Animation Director
    Junichirō Taniguchi
  • Sound Director
    Kazuhiro Wakabayashi
  • Executive producer
    Gō Nakanishi
    Tohru Hattori
    Ryō Matsushita
  • Script
    Daishirō Tanimura
  • Episode Director
    Tsutomu Mizushima
    Susumu Mitsunaka
  • Original creator
  • Art Director
    Hiromasa Ogura
    Akane Iwaguma
  • Animation Director
    Minoru Ueda
    Seiji Kishimoto
    Junichirō Taniguchi
  • Director of Photography
    Eiji Arai
  • Producer
    Genki Hayashi
    Kei Ueda
    Ikuno Iida
    Michiya Sasaoka
    Kenji Kadoya
Production
  • Production
    Kodansha
  • Animation Production
    Production I.G
Music
Opening
“Miracle Trouble New Face!”