What is UFO Princess Valkyrie?#
UFO Princess Valkyrie (also known as UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie) is a genre-blending series that mixes science fiction, fantasy, romance, and comedy with elements of erotica.
The story centers on Kazuto and his family’s bathhouse, which becomes the landing site for a spaceship. The occupant, Princess Warukure (Valkyrie), saves Kazuto’s life following the crash by giving him a portion of her soul. However, this selfless act has a side effect: because she only possesses half of her soul, the Princess is transformed into a child. The plot follows Kazuto and his companions as they strive to repair the bathhouse and find a way to return Warukure to her normal state.
If you are looking to dive into this eccentric world, you can watch the anime on Prime Video.
Is the Anime Really Finished?#
For those wondering if the anime provides a complete experience, the answer is nuanced. The anime adaptation consists of an original series followed by three sequels. While these sequels provide a significant amount of content, the original manga was serialized from 2002 to 2007.
Because the manga provides the full scope of the story, viewers who want the most definitive conclusion and detailed character arcs should consider reading the source material after completing the animated series. You can buy the UFO Princess Valkyrie manga here to fill in any gaps left by the animation.
Audience and Appeal#
This series is best suited for viewers who enjoy high-energy comedies with a supernatural or extraterrestrial twist. The appeal lies in the contrast between the mundane setting of a family bathhouse and the chaotic arrival of space royalty. With its blend of romance and erotica, it targets an audience that enjoys lighthearted, romantic tension and quirky character dynamics.
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Recommended Watch Order#
Navigating the UFO Princess Valkyrie releases can be confusing due to the mix of series, specials, and sequels. For the best experience, please refer to the relationship tree provided below this article. Here are the general guidelines:
Release Order & Recommended Order#
For most viewers, following the release order is the most logical way to experience the story:
- UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie (The original series)
- UFO Princess Valkyrie: SPECIAL
- UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie 2: December Nocturne
- UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie 3: Bride of Celestial Souls’ Day
- UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie 4: Banquet of Time, Dreams, and Galaxies
Completionist Order#
If you are a completionist who wants every scrap of content, the order remains the same as the release order, ensuring you do not miss the SPECIAL episode between the first series and the second sequel.
Source Material Transition#
For those who do not mind moving from screen to page, we recommend watching the entire anime sequence (Series $\rightarrow$ Special $\rightarrow$ Sequels 2, 3, and 4) and then reading the manga from the beginning to see how the original vision compares to the adaptation.
Extra Resources#
Whether you are a longtime fan or a newcomer, you can find various collectibles to celebrate the series. Check out the latest UFO Princess Valkyrie merchandise to add to your collection.
UFO Princess Valkyrie • manga • 2002-02-12 to 2007-08-11 (serialized in <i>Monthly Shonen Gangan</i>)
└─(related)→ UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie • anime • 2002-07-04 to 2002-09-19
└─(sequel)→ UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie 2: December Nocturne • anime • 2003-10-04 to 2003-12-20
└─(sequel)→ UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie 3: Bride of Celestial Souls' Day • anime • 2004-12-22
└─(sequel)→ UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie 4: Banquet of Time, Dreams, and Galaxies • anime • 2006-07-21 to 2006-07-27 (Episode 1 on Perfect Choice pay-per-view)
└─(spinoff)→ UFO Princess Valkyrie: SPECIAL • anime • 2003-08-23
