Iruma-Kun Season 4 Episode 17 Pushes the Demon King Race Forward
The episode clarifies the stakes of the Demon King election by showing that the Misfit Class's unity is the only effective counter to Kiriwo, and that Sullivan is actively steering the process toward Iruma.
Reporting from 1 source: Anime News Network.
Episode 17 of Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun Season 4 explores the implications of the Thirteen Crowns' nominations for the Demon King position. Azz's mother considers nominating him but realizes he would defer to Iruma. Sullivan's plan to train a child candidate, likely Iruma, is framed as a way to avoid another overly powerful king like Derkila.
Azz's mother, upon learning that each of the Thirteen Crowns can nominate a candidate for Demon King, briefly considers putting forward her son. She quickly realizes Azz would instead insist that Iruma become the Great Demon King, handing over any power he received. The episode uses this moment to underline a broader theme: the Misfit Class's strength comes from their bonds, not individual ambition, and that unity is what has allowed them to stand against Kiriwo so far.
Sullivan's proposal to pick a child candidate and have the Crowns jointly train them is presented as a way to avoid repeating the imbalance left by Derkila's overwhelming rule. While he frames it as ensuring the best possible king, the episode makes clear he is also pushing Iruma forward. Iruma's experience with both human cruelty and demon kindness, plus Opera's endorsement, positions him as a strong contender even against rivals like Razberry and Leizi.
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- Anime News Network Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun Season 4 Episode 17