
Mushoku Tensei is a standout in the crowded field of isekai series, charting the extraordinary life of Rudeus Greyrat, who gets a do-over in a magical realm after an unceremonious end in his regret-ridden first life.
What makes Mushoku Tensei particularly compelling is its refreshingly unorthodox approach. Rudeus doesn’t waltz into the new world as an unbeatable powerhouse. Sure, he’s got natural talent, but in a universe filled with titans like Orsted and Hitogami, he’s far from the apex predator. Rather than delivering a straightforward power trip, the narrative dives into Rudeus’ journey of self-improvement—striving to be a better, or at least less awful, version of himself than he was in his previous existence. This epic tale spans multiple arcs, each focusing on different phases of Rudeus’ life, making for a rich, sprawling story.
All the Arcs in Order: How to Properly Read & Watch the Series
Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation features a diverse cast of characters, including the ever-evolving Rudeus and his companion Sylphie. Here’s a guide to help you navigate through all the arcs in the series:
Arc | Light Novel Volumes | Manga Volumes | Anime |
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Childhood Arc | Volume 1 | Volume 1, Chapters 1-5 | Season 1, Episodes 1-5 & 23 |
Home Tutor Arc | Volume 2 | Volume 2, Chapters 6-10 | Season 1, Episodes 5-8 |
Entry-Level Adventurer Arc | Volume 3 | Volume 3, Chapters 11-16 | Season 1, Episodes 9-11 |
Voyage Arc | Volume 4 | Volumes 4-6, Chapters 17-32 | Season 1, Episodes 12-15 |
Reunion Arc | Volume 5 | Volume 7, Chapters 33-37 | Season 1, Episodes 16-18 |
Homecoming Arc | Volume 6 | Volumes 8-10, Chapters 38-51 | Season 1, Episodes 19-23 |
Mid-Level Adventurer Arc | Volume 7 | Skipped | Season 1, Episode 23 & Season 2, Episodes 1-3 |
University Arc | Volumes 8 & 9 | Volumes 11-16, Chapters 52-76 | Season 2, Episodes 4-12 |
Newlyweds Arc | Volume 10 | Volumes 17-18, Chapters 77-86 | Season 2, Episodes 13-14 |
Sisters Arc | Volume 11 | Volume 18 onwards; Chapters 87 onwards | Season 2, Episodes 15-19 |
Labyrinth Arc | Volume 12 | Awaiting manga adaptation | Season 2, Episodes 20 onwards |
Everyday-life Arc | Volume 13 | Awaiting manga adaptation | Awaiting anime adaptation |
Summoning Arc | Volume 14 | Awaiting manga adaptation | Awaiting anime adaptation |
Human God Arc | Volume 15 | Awaiting manga adaptation | Awaiting anime adaptation |
Asura Kingdom Arc | Volumes 16 & 17 | Awaiting manga adaptation | Awaiting anime adaptation |
Subordinates Arc | Volume 18 | Awaiting manga adaptation | Awaiting anime adaptation |
Zanoba Arc | Volume 19 | Awaiting manga adaptation | Awaiting anime adaptation |
Cliff Arc | Volume 20 | Awaiting manga adaptation | Awaiting anime adaptation |
Zenith Arc | Volume 21 | Awaiting manga adaptation | Awaiting anime adaptation |
Organization Arc | Volume 22 | Awaiting manga adaptation | Awaiting anime adaptation |
Fourth Child Arc | Volume 23 | Awaiting manga adaptation | Awaiting anime adaptation |
The Final Battle Arc | Volumes 24 & 25 | Awaiting manga adaptation | Awaiting anime adaptation |
Conclusion Arc | Volume 26 | Awaiting manga adaptation | Awaiting anime adaptation |
The light novel series wrapped up in November 2022, but fear not—both the manga and anime adaptations are still going strong, so there’s plenty more content to look forward to.
You can catch all episodes of Mushoku Tensei on Amazon Prime Video.