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Quick Answer
- Strike the Blood: Kingdom of the Valkyria(OVA · 2 eps)
- Strike the Blood IV(OVA · 12 eps)
- Strike the Blood: Kieta Seisou-hen(OVA · 1 eps)
- Strike the Blood FINAL(OVA · 4 eps)
Total: ~19 episodes / 8h watch time
Strike the Blood Watch Order(2026)
With 4 entries across the franchise, Strike the Blood can look overwhelming. It's simpler than it seems though. Follow the list below and you'll be set.
4 entries ~8h total4 OVA/specials
Full Watch Order (Release Order)
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best order to watch Strike the Blood?
Release order. Start with Strike the Blood: Kingdom of the Valkyria and go down the list. This is how the creators intended the story to unfold — later entries build on what came before, and watching out of order can spoil key reveals.
How long does it take to watch all of Strike the Blood?
About 8 hours total across 19 episodes and 4 entries. At 3-4 episodes per day, that's roughly 6 days.
Can I skip the movies and OVAs?
It depends. Recap movies are always safe to skip — they just compress the TV episodes. Original movies and OVAs range from "fun side stories" to "actually important for the plot." When you're unsure, just watch them where they fall in the list above. Better to have extra context than miss something.
Release order or chronological order?
Go with release order for your first time through. Chronological can be tempting, but shows are written with release order in mind — reveals hit harder and character arcs make more sense. Save chronological for a rewatch if you want a different perspective.
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