"The Level 1 Demon King and the One-Room Hero," currently serialized in Houbunsha's webcomic "COMICFUZ," is scheduled to air in July 2023. In RPGs like Dragon Quest, the hero defeats the final boss and brings peace to the world, but if you think about it, in a peaceful world, characters like heroes who have more fame, influence, and power than necessary are a nuisance just by existing. This work tells the story of Max, a hero who went to great lengths to defeat the demon king and save the world, only to be rendered useless. In this article, we'd like to introduce you to Max, the hero and protagonist of this work!
Legendary hero Max and his party defeat the demon king after a fierce battle!
Ten years before the start of the main story, the party consisting of hero Max, monk Fred, warrior Leo, and magician Julia defeated the Demon King after a fierce battle. As the Demon King died, he made a threatening remark, promising to return and exact his revenge, but peace returned to the world. Ten years later, the Demon King returned true to his word, putting the world in danger once again. The battle between the Demon King and heroes begins once again!
A peaceful world needs no heroes! The fallen one-room hero!
However, when the Demon King was resurrected, the hero himself had become a useless adult living a self-indulgent life in a one-room apartment, a shabby-looking old man, and had completely fallen into disrepair. In a peaceful world, heroes were useless. Perhaps he could have managed if he had the social skills to survive otherwise, but Max knew no other way to live than as a hero, and due to various circumstances, he lived a self-indulgent life in a one-room apartment.
A scandal that resulted from getting carried away! Allegations of sexual misconduct with a minor!
After defeating the Demon King, Max continued to live a flashy life, and was caught in a scandal over allegations of sexual misconduct with an underage girl. Max claimed he didn't know she was underage, and it turns out he was right, but society couldn't accept that. To begin with, Max was apparently constantly switching women around at the time, so it was probably only a matter of time before this happened.
More Scandal! Violence against a Civilian!?
Not content with allegations of sexual misconduct with a minor, Max was also reportedly involved in a scandal involving violence against a civilian. The truth is that the attackers were a group of six thugs who initiated the attack, but perhaps because of his status as a hero, Max was portrayed as the bad guy. However, it seems that Max himself was drunk and losing his temper, so it may have been only a matter of time before this happened.
Drug allegations! Max the hero has become a plaything for the internet!
Max was further accused of drug use, but he was found innocent in the incident. However, Max's past scandals had already made him a plaything on the internet, earning him infamous nicknames like "Cannabis" and "Brave Shabu," regardless of whether they were true or false. To begin with, Max's comments after defeating the Demon King showed him getting cocky, and the scandal has now completely turned him into a plaything on the internet.
Max, the Failed Man
After defeating the Demon King, Max was abandoned by society and now lives a self-indulgent life, drinking heavily in a one-room apartment. The resurrected Demon King visits Max, but he has become completely listless and depressed, showing no concern for the Demon King's resurrection and showing no desire to return to being a hero.
A Hero Even If He's Rotten! Max's body is still strong
Max's self-indulgent lifestyle has turned him into a useless old man, but his fighting skills haven't diminished. He easily defeated the Demon King, who had just returned after 10 years, and he's strong enough to easily subdue average opponents. Although he claims his strength has weakened, he's still a hero, and compared to the average person, he possesses superhuman strength. Perhaps due to his age, he's become quite adept at tricks.
Max, the man with no talent other than that of a hero!
Max is currently a useless old man who drinks alcohol in the middle of the day and watches pornographic videos. Due to a scandal, he couldn't find a decent job. He tried to make money by becoming a Poocuba (a YouTuber in this world), but he didn't seem to have any talent for it, with his video views only reaching double digits. He has no talent for anything other than fighting demons as a hero, and he's terrible at getting along with people. His interview after defeating the Demon King was so overconfident that it became a dark memory.
Max Has No Talent for Gambling!
Max, like any good-for-nothing old man, loves gambling. However, he has no talent for gambling and often ends up crying after losing a lot of money. While Max currently has no income, he still has a decent amount of savings from his time as a hero, and he's currently living off those savings.
Max is a kind-hearted hero who will do anything for his friends!
Max may be self-indulgent and down-to-earth, but he has a warm heart for those he considers his allies. If his allies are harmed, even by the Demon King or demons, he will use his skills as a hero to fight and protect them. Since the Demon King's resurrection and arrival at Max's side, he has been forced into political conflict with his former allies, but deep down, he trusts and cherishes them.
Max faces off against his former allies!
After defeating the Demon King, the former companions went their separate ways. Monk Fred became the head of the Magic Bureau, and warrior Leo became a traitor to the state. This created a political conflict unthinkable during their time as heroes, with each side holding their own positions and arguments. Max also became embroiled in this conflict between the two. However, Max's actions are always for the sake of his companions. Max begins to act for Fred, Leo, and the Demon King.
【Level 1 Demon King and One-Room Hero】Hero Max Summary
This article introduces Hero Max, the protagonist of the anime, Level 1 Demon King and One-Room Hero, scheduled to air in 2023. He's a hero who has defeated the Demon King and is no longer needed. He's a jaded yet compassionate character! The story is primarily comedy-themed, with charming characters! It's a fun series! If you're interested, be sure to check it out!
