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isekai trip saki de tasuketekureta

“Isekai Trip-saki de Tasukete Kureta no wa, Hitogoroshi no Shounen deshita” is an adults-only isekai smut manga with dark themes, niche popularity, and some recent renewed attention due to its promo video and forum chatter.

What it is (Quick ID)

  • Full title: Isekai Trip-saki de Tasukete Kureta no wa, Hitogoroshi no Shounen deshita (English: The Man Who Saved Me on My Isekai Trip Is a Killer...).
  • Type: R18+ isekai manga / doujinshi-style smut (adult, explicit).
  • Author/Artist: Ahan Hotta (also written as Horita Ahan in some listings).
  • Release history:
    • Started as a digital web comic on DLsite around 2020 and completed around 2022.
* Later compiled into 2 volumes published by Ichijinsha in December 2022.
  • English: Official English digital release on DLsite under the translated title above.

Basic premise (no explicit detail)

The story follows Megumi, a modern woman who is suddenly transported to another world after an accident (described as falling down a manhole in some summaries).

While lost and vulnerable, she is attacked by thugs/bandits and is dramatically saved by a mysterious young man.

  • She quickly becomes infatuated with him and enters a sexual relationship, believing he will protect her in this unknown world.
  • However, he is not a standard “nice guy” isekai savior: he is explicitly described as a killer or assassin-like figure, with his own agenda.
  • Megumi does not really understand the rules, politics, or dangers of this world, and the story leans into her naivety and dependence on him.

Readers and forum commenters often describe the plot as “twisted,” “unhinged,” and very much not a fluffy romance; it is more about dark fantasy smut than character growth or wholesome isekai adventure.

Content warnings (very important)

Multiple sources and fan discussions heavily emphasize that this is not a light or mild work, but hardcore smut with serious, potentially distressing content.

Commonly mentioned warnings:

  • Sexual assault elements:
    • Dubious consent and non-consensual situations (dub-con, non-con) are explicitly flagged in descriptions.
  • Violence and death:
    • Threats, killing, and general brutality are part of the setting and the male lead’s background.
  • Psychological/“yandere”-style behavior:
    • The male lead is repeatedly called a “psycho,” and some discussions mention he is obsessed with the heroine partly because she reminds him of his sister.
  • Other dark elements:
    • Reddit threads mention multiple rape scenes, NTR-like situations, violence, and even birthing-related scenes.

If you are sensitive to sexual violence, coercion, or extreme power imbalance, this title is very likely to be unsafe/uncomfortable reading.

Status, length, and availability

  • Original format: Web comic on DLsite, released between late 2020 and mid‑2022.
  • Collected volumes: 2 tankobon-style volumes, listed as completed.
  • Chapter count: Databases list around 7 chapters total across the compiled release.
  • Languages:
    • Original: Japanese.
* English: Official digital English release on DLsite; some early chapters also circulated on scanlation sites (adult/NSFW portals).

Note: Because it is R18+, it is usually hosted on adult-oriented platforms rather than mainstream manga sites.

Is there an anime?

There is no full anime series , but there is a surprisingly polished promotional video (PV) that has confused some viewers into thinking it was a full adaptation.

  • A short animated PV/trailer exists, posted and shared on X/Twitter and YouTube as an R18-style promo for the manga.
  • Fans on Reddit discuss how high-quality the animation looks “for just a PV” and note that it is not a full anime adaptation, only a promotional piece.
  • As of the latest public discussion, there is no announced TV or OVA series; only the PV and the manga itself.

How people talk about it online

General reception

Sites like MyAnimeList show:

  • Score around the mid‑5 range (roughly 5.7/10) with a few thousand users listing it, which suggests a niche but noticeable audience rather than mainstream hit status.
  • Popularity ranking in the mid‑6000s and a few dozen users marking it as a favorite.

Adult-focused manga readers often highlight:

  • Strong “guilty pleasure” vibes for those specifically seeking dark smut.
  • For others, the brutality and non-consensual content are major turn-offs, even among fans of mature romance.

Forum & social chatter (recent)

On Reddit and similar forums, especially in isekai and otome communities, you see comments like:

  • Surprise that this particular “crazy niche” josei smut got such a high-quality PV.
  • People remembering the hentai-style content and being shocked it was promoted so slickly.
  • Mixed reactions: some excited by how “spicy” and unhinged it is, others put off by the sexual violence and twisted dynamics.
  • Discussions that emphasize: “This is not a normal otome or fluffy josei romance,” warning curious newcomers.

These conversations keep the title circulating as a cult, “you won’t believe this exists” recommendation rather than a mainstream trend.

Current “trending” angle

While it is not a massive global trend, it still pops up periodically when:

  • The PV/trailer gets reshared on social platforms, especially X/Twitter and YouTube.
  • People in otome‑isekai or josei‑smut communities do “remember this?” threads and content‑warning posts.
  • Users look for extreme, dark isekai or niche adult titles and stumble across it on DLsite or NSFW readers.

So in 2024–2026 it functions as a recurring niche topic : not constantly in the spotlight, but regularly resurfacing in adult manga spaces and isekai forums.

Mini FAQ

Is “Isekai Trip-saki de Tasuketekureta” safe for teens?
No. It is flagged as 18+ with explicit sexual content and serious themes like sexual assault and violence, and is meant for adults only.

Is it more romance or more smut?
It is primarily smut with dark psychological and violent elements; the “romance” is heavily entangled with coercion and unhealthy dynamics.

Is there a happy ending?
English‑language discussions mention a controversial ending and describe the series as “crazy” rather than satisfying or wholesome; reactions are mixed and often negative about the conclusion.

Where can I read it legally?
Legally, the safest route mentioned is the official DLsite release in Japanese and English for adults in regions where it is available, plus the collected volumes published by Ichijinsha in Japan.

Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.