| Aspect | TV Season 2 (Burst) | Burst OVA | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Heavy (light beams/fog) | None (full uncut) | | Pacing | Rushed (crammed 3 novels) | Relaxed (1 side story) | | Fan Service Level | High (8/10) | Extreme (11/10) | | Plot Relevance | Essential | Semi-essential (introduces a minor villain) |
Burst gave you the story; the OVA gives you the full experience. Proceed with an open mind and a closed door. Shinmai Maou no Testament Burst OVA
The OVA adapts a crucial side story from the light novels, taking place after the Burst timeline but before the final arc. The premise is deceptively simple: Basara and his demon step-sisters, Mio and Maria, decide to enjoy a rare day off at a hot spring resort. However, peace is never an option. A mysterious new female demon, , appears, targeting Mio's power. Simultaneously, the ongoing master-servant relationship tests between Basara and the girls reach their peak tension. | Aspect | TV Season 2 (Burst) |