Can I Watch Highschool Dxd In Chronological Watch Order Instead?

Look, this series is a weird one to navigate with all its OVAs and specials. Season one then season two is obvious, but 'High School DxD BorN' gets messy. The studio changed the ending from the light novels, which is why 'High School DxD Hero' feels like it soft-reboots parts of the last few episodes of BorN. For a new viewer, I'd say watch S1, S2, then just accept BorN's weird ending as-is before moving to Hero and then the newest season, 'High School DxD HERO.' Don't get bogged down in the OVAs at first. The big one is 'High School DxD New: Oppai, Tsutsumimasu!' which is a hot springs OVA that's not canon. It's just fan service. Save the OVA episodes for after you've finished the main seasons if you're still craving more. Trying to slot them in chronologically just overcomplicates a first watch through. The main plot flows fine if you stick to the numbered seasons.

I always figured you'd want to start with the broadcast order if you're new. The first season sets up the basic premise—Issei, the perverted teen turned Devil, the peerage system, all that. Jumping to 'Hero' or the OVAs first would make the character relationships and power scaling seem random. That said, the OVA 'Issei the Teaching Assistant' slots in after season 2, and it's honestly a pretty chill breather episode. Skipping it won't ruin the plot, but it has some nice character moments that flesh out the school life side of things. I'd recommend watching it where it's meant to go, just for the complete vibe. The real janky part is the transition from season 3 ('BorN') to season 4 ('Hero'). 'BorN' went off the rails from the light novels and then 'Hero' had to soft-reboot to get back on track. So watching 'BorN' gives you context for why 'Hero' starts the way it does, even if some events in 'BorN' are now non-canon. It's a weird patch, but you kind of need it to feel the whiplash the fandom felt. If I'm being honest, you could probably watch the first two seasons and then jump to 'Hero' with a summary of 'BorN', but you'd miss the sheer chaos that makes the series memorable. The order impacts understanding less than it does the appreciation of its... unique development history.

Man, figuring this out felt like homework, but here's the order I landed on after way too much digging. You want to watch the seasons in release order: 'High School DxD' (Season 1), then 'High School DxD New' (Season 2), 'High School DxD BorN' (Season 3), and finally 'High School DxD Hero' (Season 4). The OVAs and specials are trickier because they're not all grouped together. For Season 1, there's an OVA that goes after episode 6, I think? The 'New' and 'BorN' OVAs are usually tagged onto the end of their respective seasons on most streaming sites. 'Hero' has its own bunch of OVAs that you should watch after the season ends. It gets messy with 'BorN' because the last few episodes veer off from the light novels, which is a whole other rant. I just watch the OVAs after finishing each season's main story. Honestly, the exact placement for some of the specials doesn't matter too much—they're mostly goofy fan-service side stories. As long as you've seen the season they're attached to, you're good. The fan-edited chronological lists online gave me a headache, so I stuck with release order and it worked fine.

Navigating the 'Highschool DxD' manga can be a bit confusing since it intertwines with the light novels and anime adaptations. The main manga series, illustrated by Hiroji Mishima, follows the light novel's storyline closely. You should start with 'Highschool DxD' (2008), which covers the first arc. After that, jump into 'Highschool DxD: Asia and Koneko’s Secret Contracts?' for some fun side stories. The manga diverges a bit in later volumes, so if you want the full experience, I’d recommend checking out the light novels afterward—they’re packed with extra details and character insights. If you’re a completionist, don’t miss 'Highschool DxD EX,' which explores alternate timelines and what-if scenarios. It’s a wild ride, especially for fans of Issei’s chaotic energy. Personally, I love how the manga captures the over-the-top action and humor of the series, though some arcs feel rushed compared to the novels. Either way, you’re in for a treat—just brace yourself for plenty of fan service and epic battles!

Ever stumbled into that weirdly addictive crossover space where 'Highschool DxD' and 'Naruto' collide? There's this one fic called 'The Dragon of Konoha' that lives rent-free in my head. It throws Naruto into the DxD universe as a dragon-themed Sacred Gear user, and the author nails his cheeky personality clashing with Issei's... well, Issei-ness. The fight scenes are bonkers—imagine Rasengan vs. Boosted Gear! What hooked me was how it balances fanservice (because, let's be real, it's DxD) with legit emotional stakes. Naruto's loneliness mirrors Issei's early underdog days, and their bromance feels earned. Bonus points for Koneko roasting both of them constantly. If you dig power scaling debates, this fic's take on senjutsu vs. demonic energy is hilariously over-the-top in the best way.

I’ve been searching for 'Fun in Highschool DxD World' myself, and it’s a bit tricky since the series isn’t as mainstream as the original 'High School DxD'. You might find it on niche anime platforms like HiDive or Crunchyroll, but availability depends on your region. Some lesser-known sites like 9anime or gogoanime might have it, but be cautious—unofficial streams often come with pop-up ads or questionable quality. If you’re into physical media, checking eBay or RightStuf for DVDs or Blu-rays could be worth it, especially if you’re a collector. The series blends ecchi humor with supernatural battles, so it’s a fun spin-off for fans of the franchise. Just remember to support official releases when possible to help the creators.

If you're into the mix of supernatural action and ecchi humor like 'Highschool DxD', you've got plenty of options! 'Testament of Sister New Devil' is an obvious pick—it's got the same vibe with demons, fan service, and over-the-top battles. The protagonist even has a similar dynamic with his harem. Another one I adore is 'Trinity Seven'. It’s more magic-focused but keeps the playful tone and harem elements. The MC, Arata, is hilariously confident, which makes it stand out. For something slightly darker but still packed with action and romance, 'Campione!' is worth checking out. It’s about gods and warriors, with just the right amount of cheeky fun.