(officially released on November 5, 2017) serves as an episodic supplement to the main series, adapting several short stories and "omake" chapters from the original manga by Saki Hasemi and Kentaro Yabuki. Plot Summary and Key Segments
OVA 04 is widely considered the "peak" of the OVA series because it delivers raw spectacle without requiring deep manga knowledge.
OVA 04 is part of a series of original video animations that adapt manga chapters not included in the television broadcast of To Love Ru Darkness (season 1 or 2). These OVAs are typically more explicit and fan-service heavy than the TV episodes, targeting the manga’s core audience. This specific OVA adapts chapters from the Darkness manga (volumes 10 and 11) and continues the series’ signature blend of ecchi comedy, supernatural mishaps, and harem chaos. To Love Ru Darkness Ova 04
Even today, remains a meme within the community for any situation where a training arc goes lewd. Furthermore, the OVA solidified Mikan’s popularity, leading to her increased role in the manga’s final chapters (where she directly confronts the Harem Plan).
To Love Ru Darkness is the sequel to the original To Love Ru series, shifting the focus toward and her "Harem Plan" for Rito, as well as the mysterious origins of the assassin Golden Darkness . OVA 04 serves as a standalone celebratory piece rather than a direct continuation of the Darkness 2nd plot. (officially released on November 5, 2017) serves as
December 19, 2014 (bundled with To Love Ru Darkness Manga Volume 9) Runtime: Approximately 25 minutes (two segments) Key Staff: Directed by Atsushi Ootsuki, animation by Xebec
Kirisaki arrives at Sainan High School to deliver a lecture on working as an idol. After the event, Professor Tearju asks Rito to guide Kirisaki around the campus. Unbeknownst to Rito, her true intent is to observe him for the day. The tour is interrupted by jealous students and the principal, eventually resulting in a chaotic scene where Rito must rescue Kirisaki from a crowd of overzealous fans. Production and Cast These OVAs are typically more explicit and fan-service
Upon its 2014 release, OVA 04 caused a wave of discussion on forums like /r/toloveru, MyAnimeList, and 4chan’s /a/ board. Common reactions included:
What makes OVA 04 unique is how it handles the fallout. While the TV series would cut to a black screen or a character swatting Rito, this OVA lets situations breathe. There’s a 30-second silent shot of Yami sitting in a corner, her face red, processing that she just voluntarily participated in what amounts to a clothing-optional disaster. It’s embarrassing, but not violent—a rare tone for To Love Ru .
8.5/10 (9.5/10 for ecchi enthusiasts)
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