What is Elf anime?

The origin of Elves (Norse; álfar(elves), álfr(elf)) can be found in ancient Norse mythology, in which, elves are described as divine, or near-divine, race of humanoids (Vættir), likened to the Æsir. In common description they are described as sage and immortal beings occupying the threshold between humans and the gods. In some cases humans that were beloved by the gods became elves within their lives. Ancient Elves are delineated into a pair of similar but distinct races; Light Elves (Ljósálfar) and Dark Elves (Svartálfar), each originating from separate homes within the nine worlds of Yggdrasil. Within the Poetic Edda the differences are commonly ascribed as: "There is one place there that is called the Elf Home (Álfheimr which is the elven city). People live there that are named the light elves (Ljósálfar). But the dark elves (Dökkálfar) live below in earth, in caves and the dark forest and they are unlike them in appearance - and more unlike them in reality. The Light Elves are brighter than the sun in appearance, but the Dark Elves are blacker than pitch." (Snorri, Gylfaginning 17, Prose Edda)

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The Legend of Vox Machina

8.1

Description:

They're rowdy, they're ragtag, they're misfits turned mercenaries for hire. Vox Machina is more interested in easy money and cheap ale than actually protecting the realm. But when the kingdom is threatened by evil, this boisterous crew realizes that they are the only ones capable of restoring justice. What began as a simple payday is now the origin story behind Exandria’s newest heroes. (Source: Amazon Prime Video)
Type

ONA

Episodes

12

Ep.Length

25 Min

Rating

17+ (violence & profanity)

Status

finished

Aired

2022-01-28

Tanken Driland

6.2

Description:

Due to the influence of someone who visited her town when she was a child, Princess Mikoto of Elua decides to become a hunter and search for treasure all over the land of Driland. She sets out on her journey with her personal assistant Wallens, but they are soon joined by Pollon, a hunter who dreams of being a hero, and Paan, a wandering knight. As they continue their exploration they begin to sense great danger drawing near.
Type

TV

Episodes

37

Ep.Length

20 Min

Rating

Children

Status

finished

Aired

2012-07-07

Hajimari no Boukensha-tachi: Legend of Crystania

(Legend of Crystania: The Motion Picture)

6.24

Description:

Ashram, desperate to find a home for his people, is tricked into selling his soul. 300 years later, Pirotesse's devotion to her king remains unshaken. In the sacred world of Crystania, amidst a civil war waged by shape-changing warriors, she searches for her beloved Ashram. She meets Redon, a young prince obsessed with avenging his murdered parents. Together, they confront Ashram's captor -- the bloodthirsty Barbas, who aspires to rule Crystania as "The God's King". (Source: ANN)
Type

movie

Episodes

1

Ep.Length

80 Min

Rating

Teens 13 or older

Status

finished

Aired

1995-07-29

Elf-san wa Yaserarenai.

(Plus-Sized Elf)

5.94

Description:

Naoe-kun, a massage therapist, is about to head home for the day when he's saddled with a rather strange patient. This lovely lady has emerald eyes, pointy ears, and grew up in the forest—everything about her screams "elf," except for one thing: her bodacious body. It turns out she left her world but loves junk food in this one, and now her obsession has caught up with her. Can Naoe-kun help this loveable elf girl lose the weight—and keep it off? (Source: HIDIVE)
Type

TV

Episodes

12

Ep.Length

12 Min

Rating

17+

Status

finished

Aired

2024-07-06

HOLOLIVE ALTERNATIVE

7.71

Description:

Promotional videos for Hololive Alternative multimedia project.
Type

ONA

Episodes

2

Ep.Length

1 Min

Rating

All Ages

Status

finished

Aired

2021-05-21

Salaryman ga Isekai ni Ittara Shitennou ni Natta Hanashi

(Headhunted to Another World: From Salaryman to Heavenly King!)

6.82

Description:

The four heavenly kings of the Demon King's army who reign over another world. The person chosen for the last seat was... Dennosuke Uchimura, a dull salaryman! Headhunted by the Demon King's army, Uchimura was offered a position at the executive level, but the Demon King's army's work is a series of tough missions that put his life on the line...?! Uchimura, who has no special skills, faces the challenges of this other world with the experience and wisdom of a salaryman! A story of changing jobs in another world for all working people!
Type

TV

Episodes

12

Ep.Length

24 Min

Rating

Teens 13 or Older

Status

finished

Aired

2025-01-01

Meitou "Isekai no Yu" Kaitakuki: Around 40 Onsen Mania no Tensei Saki wa, Nonbiri Onsen Tengoku deshita

(Pioneer Log of the Storied Hot Springs "Alternate World's Springs": The Reincarnation Destination of an Onsen Fan (Who's Around 40) Was a Relaxing Hot Spring Paradise)

5.72

Description:

The story centers around Yoshizō Yukawa, a major hot spring fan who finds hidden springs to revitalize the economy of the local area. However, he dies after falling off a cliff and is transported to an alternate world, thanks to an inari deity of harvest at a small shrine nestled in the rocks. Together with the inari's attendant princess Mayudama, he continues searching for storied hot springs, only this time in the alternate world. Along the way, he ends up naked in hot springs with furry-eared girls and elven girls.
Type

TV

Episodes

12

Ep.Length

5 Min

Status

finished

Aired

2024-01-12

Nihon e Youkoso Elf-san.

(Welcome to Japan, Ms. Elf!)

7.29

Description:

Ms. Elf is intrigued by Japanese culture?! Working adult Kitase Kazuhiro’s hobby is sleeping. Ever since he was a child, he’s had exciting adventures in the mysterious other world he dreams about. One day, while exploring ancient ruins with an elf girl he befriended, he is unfortunately burned by the breath of a magic dragon he encounters. When he awakens from his dream, an elf girl who shouldn’t be in his room is sleeping next to him… (Source: Crunchyroll)
Type

TV

Episodes

12

Ep.Length

24 Min

Rating

Teens 13 or Older

Status

finished

Aired

2025-01-10

Elf Princess Rane

(Elf Princess Rane)

6.33

Description:

Gou has woved to find the legendary treasure of Salamander. Searching for it he meets Ren, a fairy, who is looking for the four treasures of Heart. Gou's childhood friend Mari is frustrated with Gou running after treasures, but befriends with another fairy Rin. Gou and Ren's treasure hunt messes with a secret project led by Mari's father. It turns out Salamander isn't what Gou thought it was in the first place... (Source: ANN)
Type

OVA

Episodes

2

Ep.Length

30 Min

Rating

Mild Nudity

Status

finished

Aired

1995-10-27

Sousou no Frieren 2nd Season

(Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2)

0

Description:

The second season of Sousou no Frieren.
Type

TV

Rating

Teens 13 or older

Status

unreleased

Aired

2026-01-31

The Legend of Vox Machina Season 2

8.13

Description:

After saving the realm from evil and destruction at the hands of the most terrifying power couple in Exandria, Vox Machina is faced with saving the world once again—this time, from a sinister group of dragons known as the Chroma Conclave. (Source: Amazon Prime Video)
Type

ONA

Episodes

12

Ep.Length

25 Min

Rating

17+ (violence & profanity)

Status

finished

Aired

2023-01-20

Chotto dake Ai ga Omoi Dark Elf ga Isekai kara Oikakete Kita

(Yandere Dark Elf: She Chased Me All the Way From Another World!)

0

Description:

Hinata did it. He got reincarnated into another world, took up the mantle of Hero, and slew the dreaded Demon Lord alongside his party of fellow adventurers. As his reward, he's returned to Earth to resume a normal life. Or it would be if it wasn't for the fact that his dark elf companion Mariabelle decided to travel to Earth to come and live with him! Now she uses her arcane talents to ward off any potential romantic rivals and capture Hinata's affection. (Source: HIDIVE)
Type

TV

Episodes

12

Ep.Length

12 Min

Status

current

Aired

2025-04-06

Princess Connect!

(Princess Connect!)

6.91

Description:

Animated PVs for the mobile RPG Princess Connect! franchise.
Type

ONA

Episodes

3

Ep.Length

1 Min

Rating

All Ages

Status

finished

Aired

2015-03-19

Choujuu Densetsu Gestalt

(Gestalt)

6.25

Description:

The story circulates around a mysterious and dangerous island referred to simply as "G". A long time ago, a powerful god named Gestalt was banished to the earth and he had found refuge in the island known as G. To utter the name for which it stands is forbidden, for people were so afraid of the wrath of the god that they considered his name a curse. Father Oliver is a priest who has left his order and traveled to the island of G in order to discover the truth behind it. He ends up making the acquaintance of a young girl named Ohri, who turns out to be quite adept in magic. Meanwhile, the head of the order has hired a dark elf named, Suzu, to track down Oliver and bring him back. Suzu finds him easily enough. However, she hadn't anticipated the powerful sorceress in his company, Ohri. The girl disposes of Suzu for the moment, and she and the Father continue on. As if things weren't rough enough, the island of G has it's share of monsters and magic-users to get in the way of their travels. (Source: Wikipedia)
Type

OVA

Episodes

2

Ep.Length

29 Min

Rating

Teens 13 or older

Status

finished

Aired

1997-01-22

Dungeon Meshi 2nd Season

(Delicious in Dungeon Season 2)

0

Description:

The second season of Dungeon Meshi.
Type

TV

Rating

Teens 13 or older

Status

tba

Sousou no Frieren: Marumaru no Mahou

7.56

Description:

Frieren loves collecting peculiar spells, and her ever-growing arsenal of magic contains the perfect spells for many occasions. Whether it be by stealthily removing alcohol from Heiter's drinks or by remedying her own sleep issues, Frieren is sure to brighten her companions' days with her magic. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Type

ONA

Episodes

12

Ep.Length

1 Min

Status

finished

Aired

2023-10-10

Bright: Samurai Soul

(Bright: Samurai Soul)

6.2

Description:

Izo, a Ronin, and Raiden, an orc, work to bring a young elf girl and the wand she carries to the land of the elves in the north. (Source: Netflix)
Type

ONA

Episodes

1

Ep.Length

80 Min

Rating

17+

Status

finished

Aired

2021-10-12

Elf 17

6.37

Description:

Muscat Tyler is the 108th prince of the Galaxy Empire and is known as an eccentric person. He travels around the universe accompanying a Walking Arsenal, K.K, and Lu of the Light Wing Race, the strongest creature in the universe. Wherever they go, there is trouble. (Source: ANN)
Type

OVA

Episodes

1

Ep.Length

30 Min

Rating

Teens 13 or older

Status

finished

Aired

1987-01-14

The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim

7.05

Description:

Set 183 years before the events chronicled in the original trilogy of films, “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim” tells the fate of the House of Helm Hammerhand, the legendary King of Rohan. A sudden attack by Wulf, a clever and ruthless Dunlending lord seeking vengeance for the death of his father, forces Helm and his people to make a daring last stand in the ancient stronghold of the Hornburg— a mighty fortress that will later come to be known as Helm’s Deep. Finding herself in an increasingly desperate situation, Héra, the daughter of Helm, must summon the will to lead the resistance against a deadly enemy intent on their total destruction. (Source: Warner Bros.)
Type

movie

Episodes

1

Ep.Length

150 Min

Status

finished

Aired

2024-12-13

The Dragon Prince Season 4

7.87

Description:

The fourth season of The Dragon Prince. Two years have passed and the people of both Xadia and the Human Kingdoms are still getting adjusted to the new circumstances. As King Ezran tries to establish peace between the two nations and his brother Callum gets lost in his obsession for magic, a threat occurs in the form of the legendary Aaravos, an Archmage known as the "Fallen Star". With Claudia having revived her father, Viren, and her boyfriend Terry at her side, a race between freeing Aaravos from his prison, and for Team Zym to acquire the knowledge to stop her from doing so ensues. After Zubeia revealed the story of Aaravos, Team Zym, and their friends embark on a journey to locate the Archdragon of the Earth, Rex Igneous, deep within the core of Umber Tor, which lies behind the Uncharted Forest. Inside the forest, the Drakewood awaits them with challenges and a few Earthblood Elves on their way. Meanwhile, Prince Karim tries to decide the fate of the future of Lux Aurea for his sister, Janai.
Type

ONA

Episodes

9

Ep.Length

25 Min

Status

finished

Aired

2022-11-03

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