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Nina the Starry Bride
Nina never imagined she would be at the center of a royal deception. She’s had a rough start in life as an orphan in the castle town of Fortna. But when Prince Azure notices that her deep blue eyes look the same as the late Princess Alisha’s, he ordains that she takes her place and marry the Prince of Galgada. Despite this uncertain fate, she finds joy in knowing someone finally needs her.
- Cast:
- Minami Tanaka, Yuuichirou Umehara, Koki Uchiyama, Nao Toyama
- Language:
- Japanese
- Country:
- Japan
- Network:
- TOKYO MX
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E01
Episode 1
★ 7.5The Origin of Sin
2024-10-07 · 24mIn the wake of the death of Fortna's princess-priestess, Prince Azure purchases a young woman from the slums who shares her most defining feature. He sets out to turn her into a convincing impostor to cover up the death of his half-sister.
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E02
Episode 2
★ 7.0The Lost Name
2024-10-14 · 24mAfter sneaking out of her quarters, Nina runs into First Prince Muhulum, who is also out and about where he's not supposed to be. As the castle prepares to celebrate the Festival of Stars, Nina considers sneaking back into the city.
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E03
Episode 3
★ 7.3The Night of Dreams
2024-10-21 · 24mWhen it becomes apparent that Azure's life is in danger, Nina escapes the castle to seek help from the former king. However, the former king's wisdom and cleverness quickly puts Nina in danger.
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E04
Episode 4
★ 7.3The Day of Departure
2024-10-28 · 24mAs Nina and Azure's feelings for one another deepen, Nina becomes desperate to find a way to protect him from whoever is targeting him. She's given the opportunity in a one on one meeting with the king.
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E05
Episode 5
★ 7.3Crimson Eyes
2024-11-04 · 24mNina arrives in Galgada and quickly discovers that the situation is not what she expected. When she learns that her marriage to the First Prince of Galgada isn't certain, she steels her resolve and sets out to carve a place for herself.
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E06
Episode 6
★ 7.0The First Princess
2024-11-11 · 24mIn Sett's absence, the castle's guard captain begins blatantly abusing his power. Nina quickly concocts a plan to put him in his place. However, Sett immediately confronts her about it once he returns.
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E07
Episode 7
★ 7.7The Great Nation's Dream
2024-11-18 · 24mSett comes to Nina's rescue, and the two are stuck together for the rest of the night as they await help. Sett's brothers come to greet them as they arrive in the capital, and Nina's strong personality very quickly makes an impression.
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E08
Episode 8
★ 8.0Memories of Blood
2024-11-25 · 24mThe princes of Galgada begin vying for Nina's hand in bids for the throne. After hearing rumors from the other princes, Nina asks Sett about the Temple of Blood and learns about the childhood that made him the man he is.
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E09
Episode 9
★ 7.0The Window of Love
2024-12-02 · 24mA group of messengers arrive from Fortna, and Az appears to be among them. Nina wrestles with her feelings for Az and her growing affection for Sett.
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E10
Episode 10
★ 7.7Mouth of Money, Heart of Gall
2024-12-09 · 24mNina meets the King of Galgada and is surprised to learn she is a woman. Later, Nina abandons her plans to remain calm and collected when the tournament takes a dangerous turn.
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E11
Episode 11
★ 8.0The Love That Cannot Be
2024-12-16 · 24mSett is confined to his wing of the castle for violating tournament rules. Realizing conquering Fortna may be more difficult than expected, the king reschedules Nina's wedding for one month from now.
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E12
Episode 12
★ 7.7The Path of the Stars
2024-12-23 · 24mSett remains unconscious after the attempt on his life, and Nina is accused of attempting to kill him.
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Minami Tanaka
Nina (voice)
Yuuichirou Umehara
Azure (voice)
Koki Uchiyama
Sett (voice)
Nao Toyama
Muhulum (voice)
Tatsuya Tomizawa
Daitus (voice)
Seiichiro Yamashita
Yor (voice)
Kaito Ishikawa
Bidoh (voice)
Shun Horie
Toat (voice)
Mitsuki Saiga
Hikami (voice)
Masumi Tazawa
Ann (voice)