What is Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid?#
Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid is an action-heavy series set in a world consisting of five artificial islands. The story follows Mamori, a “mermaid” who is transferred to one of these islands. After being attacked, she is rescued by a newly transferred girl named Mirei. In a surprising turn of events, Mirei kisses Mamori, causing Mamori to transform into a sword. With Mamori as her weapon, Mirei is able to launch powerful counterattacks against their enemies.
If you are looking to dive into this series, you can watch the anime on Prime Video.
Is the anime really finished?#
Based on the available data, the Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid anime aired in 2015. While the anime provides a focused experience, the franchise has expanded beyond the television screen. For instance, a new web manga was announced in 2016, suggesting that there is additional content available for those who want to explore the world further.
If you find the anime isn’t enough and want to see if the source material provides more depth or a different conclusion, you can buy the manga or light novel here.
Who is this anime for?#
Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid is specifically tailored for a niche audience. It blends the Action genre with strong themes of Fanservice, Yuri, and Magical Girl tropes. Its primary appeal lies in the unique transformation mechanic (the kiss-to-weapon transition) and the relationship between the female protagonists.
If you enjoy high-energy action paired with explicit fanservice and yuri elements, this is a title that fits your preferences. You might also want to pick up some Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid merchandise to celebrate your favorite characters.
Recommended Watch Order#
Because the franchise is streamlined, the watch order is very straightforward.
Release Order & Completionist Order#
Since there is only one primary anime entry listed in our records, the release order is also the best order for completionists:
- Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid (2015)
As you can see in the relationship tree provided on this page, the 2015 series is the core of the anime experience.
For Source Material Enthusiasts#
If you don’t mind supplementing your viewing with written materials, we recommend watching the anime first to get a feel for the characters and action, then moving on to the web manga to explore more of the franchise’s lore.
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Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid • anime • 2015-10-10
