The Asterisk War (2015)
Kernel Score: 83% · 207 ratings
Genres: Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
First aired: 2015-10-03
Seasons: 2 · 24 episodes
Where to watch The Asterisk War
- Stream: Hulu, Crunchyroll
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Invertia was a meteor storm that caused an unprecedented disaster during the 20th century. Because of this disaster, numerous cities around the world were destroyed. However, within the meteor, an unknown element called mana was discovered. It allowed human technology to make rapid strides giving rise to a new species of super-powered humans, the Star Pulse Generation (Genestella). The Festas (Star Warrior Festivals) host battles between Genestella at a city of six academies called “Rikka,” also commonly known as “Asterisk.” Scholarship student Ayato Amagiri transferred into Seidoukan Academy in order to fulfill his own wish, swearing he too will fight in this city.
The Asterisk War parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that The Asterisk War is an anime with harem and ecchi elements alongside sci-fi sword-based school battles.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Features regular swordplay and combat between super-powered students in tournament battles.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — Includes ecchi (fan-service) and harem elements common to the genre.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-14 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Atsushi Tamaru as Ayato Amagiri (voice)
- Ai Kakuma as Julis-Alexia von Riessfeld (voice)
- Nao Toyama as Claudia Enfield (voice)
- Shiori Izawa as Saya Sasamiya (voice)
- Ari Ozawa as Kirin Toudou (voice)
- Yuma Uchida as Eishiro Yabuki (voice)
The Asterisk War FAQ
Is The Asterisk War good?
The Asterisk War has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 207 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Asterisk War?
In the US you can stream The Asterisk War on Hulu and Crunchyroll.
Is The Asterisk War OK for kids?
The Asterisk War is rated TV-14. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that The Asterisk War is an anime with harem and ecchi elements alongside sci-fi sword-based school battles.
What shows are like The Asterisk War?
If you liked The Asterisk War, try Hybrid x Heart Magias Academy Ataraxia, Demon King Daimao, Undefeated Bahamut Chronicle and The Testament of Sister New Devil.