Fans of the popular anime series “Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?” will have to exercise some patience as episode 9 has been hit with a delay. The official website announced that the episode will now premiere one week later than originally scheduled on the Abema Premium service in Japan. The new air date is set for December 5, 2024. Following this, the episode will be broadcasted on Tokyo MX, BS11, and ABEMA on December 6, with AT-X airing it on December 9.
In the meantime, to fill the gap left by the delay of episode 9, the stations and services will be showcasing various versions of the anime’s season 3 OVA. Whether re-edited or uncut, viewers can still enjoy content related to the series while waiting for the new episode.
“Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?” originally started as a light novel series and later received a manga adaptation. Both versions are published by Yen Press, a well-known publisher in the industry. The light novels, in particular, have been described as follows by Yen Press:
The story is set in Orario, where brave adventurers come together to explore the treacherous Dungeon in search of wealth and glory. While many are motivated by the prospects of riches and fame, Bell Cranel, the aspiring hero, has a different goal – he wants to pick up girls. Despite the challenges of Dungeon exploration and being part of a solo guild with the blessings of a failed goddess, Bell remains determined. His dreams of rescuing maidens in distress in Dungeon may not be conventional, but they lead him to unexpected encounters with beautiful women, even if he sometimes finds himself in need of rescue.
The delay of episode 9 may be disappointing for fans eagerly awaiting the next installment of the series, but in the meantime, they can enjoy the season 3 OVA to stay engaged with the world of “Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?”. Be sure to mark your calendars for the new air dates and get ready for more adventures in the labyrinthine Dungeon with Bell Cranel and his companions.
