Megumin (※1) is the most popular character in "KonoSuba: God's Blessing on this Wonderful World!". Her background wasn't explored in detail in the first and second seasons of the anime. However, many readers are likely curious about the various character traits she possesses and their backgrounds. In this article, we'll explore the Crimson Demons, the backdrop to Megumin's unique character. ※1: From the Official Character Vote
What are the Crimson Demons?
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No discussion of Megumin can be separated from the Crimson Demons.
That is the Crimson Demons.
This tribe lives in the village of the Crimson Demons. They are born with high intelligence and magical power. Their most distinctive feature is their crimson eyes. When they become emotional, their crimson eyes seem to glow even crimsoner.
In seasons 1 and 2 of the anime, in addition to Megumin, Yunyun also appears as a member of the Crimson Demon Clan.
Due to their high intelligence and magical power, it's common for the Crimson Demon Clan to take on advanced roles like Archwizard. Megumin and Yunyun are also Archwizards.
If you want to learn more about the Crimson Demon Clan, we recommend the original work!
In the original work, "KonoSuba: God's Blessing on this Wonderful World!", Megumin is the main character, and the story depicts the chaotic life of her fellow Crimson Demon Clan members. If you haven't yet, be sure to check out the original work. It's sure to warm your heart!
Everyone can use advanced magic
Archwizards are commonplace among the Crimson Demons, so they can use advanced magic as a matter of course. I'm sure you all know that Megumin can unleash her explosive "Explosion" attack.
ライトオブセイバー！！(*´υ｀*) pic.twitter.com/5V1ty3hZcG
— 仮面モクロージョーカー (@joker_wbx71) January 30, 2017
Yunyun, who appears in episode 2 of season 2, also uses the magic "Light of Saber," which cuts through enemies with a flashy blade of light, against a weak enemy, a giant toad.
The Crimson Demons' waste of power is depicted in the novel!
In addition, in the original spin-off novel "KonoSuba: Explosions on this Wonderful World!", members of the Crimson Demons repeatedly use advanced spells to till the fields, demonstrating their extreme waste of advanced magic.
The Existence of the "Compulsory Education System"
我が名はことりん。紅魔族随一の魔法の使い手にして、爆裂魔法を操りし者。我が力、見るがいい！エクスプロージョン！！！ pic.twitter.com/bjrN20ZZLw
— ことり (@kurarowaFuuFuu) October 11, 2017
So why are Crimson Demons able to use advanced magic so easily? To put it simply, it's because the Crimson Demons have a "compulsory education system" that isn't common in the other world.
Crimson Demons start attending school around elementary school age. Students who perform well in school tests are given skill-up potions (extremely rare items manufactured in the Crimson Demon Village). They accumulate skill points from these potions, which they use to learn one spell and then graduate. In this way, Crimson Demon students can reach level 1 and accumulate enough skill points to learn advanced spells. As a result, all Crimson Demons can easily use advanced spells.
Chuunibyou Tribe
Another distinctive feature of the Crimson Demons is their "Chuunibyou" syndrome.
Megumin's chuunibyou trait is actually common among the Crimson Demons.
Chuunibyou-like Introducing Yourself
An iconic scene for the Chuunibyou tribe is introducing yourself.
My name is Megumin!!! I am an Archwizard, wielding the most powerful offensive spell, "Explosion Magic."
The Crimson Demons think this is cool.
Is Yunyun not a Chuunibyou?
#ゆと打って出てきたものがお前に不足
— まいん (@unlimits_utuho) December 5, 2017
ゆんゆん！
このすば三期はよぉ〜 pic.twitter.com/ShNk0gi2VA
I'm sure some of you are wondering, "What about Yunyun? She was shy even when she introduced herself. Isn't that normal?" So I'd like to address this point.
In the Crimson Demon Village, Yunyun was treated like an oddball. And that was one of the reasons she didn't have any friends.
The Crimson Demons have many other unique sensibilities.
The Crimson Demons have a unique sensibility. In battle, they pursue coolness above all else, rather than strategic or tactical effectiveness. All members of the Crimson Demons have strange names.
By the way, Megumin's father is "Hyoizaburo," her mother is "Yuiyui," and her younger sister is "Komekko." Other names include "Arie," "Funifura," "Dodonko," "Nerimaki," "Brockoli," and "Chekera." They all have unusual names.
The Secret of the Crimson Demons
Unusual sensibilities, high abilities, crimson eyes... What exactly are the Crimson Demons?
In fact, the origins of the Crimson Demons are revealed in Volume 5 of the original manga. To put it simply, the Crimson Demons are "cyborgs" created by the same scientist who designed and developed the ancient weapon, the Mobile Fortress Destroyer, featured in Episode 10 of Season 1 of the anime.
That scientist developed a surgical technique that maximizes magical properties. The subjects who underwent this surgery are the ancestors of the Crimson Demons. As a result of the surgery, they became a race with high magical power.
This is the origin of their high magical power. One of the subjects who underwent the surgery suddenly asked, just before the surgery, to "also dye their eyes red," so the scientist did just that. The scientist then took the opportunity to give them the name of the race. This is the origin of the Crimson Demons.
After the surgery, the subjects' senses accidentally become strange. The scientist randomly gives them strange nicknames, much to their delight.
This is the origin of the strange names. This is the Crimson Demons! (lol)
Summary
If you rewatch "KonoSuba" and "Megumin" with an understanding of the Crimson Demons' background, you'll find even more appealing.
