In this article, I will introduce the plot and spoilers of the anime “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki), from episode 1 to the final episode, episode 12. Along with the plot spoilers, this article also compiles reasons why some may find “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” uninteresting, its intriguing charms, and viewers’ opinions. We have also summarized spoilers about the characters appearing in “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon,” so please use this as a reference.
I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki) is a popular novel that has also been adapted into an anime. Those unfamiliar with the original work might hesitate to watch the anime. In such cases, reading the plot spoilers beforehand can be recommended to grasp the content. If you don’t mind spoilers, reading them can help you decide if it’s a series to your liking.
In this article, we have compiled the spoilers of the anime “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” from episode 1 to the final episode, episode 12. If you are undecided about watching the anime or have missed it, this article’s plot spoilers can be a valuable reference. We also introduce the opinions of those who have watched the original work and the anime.
Before diving into the spoilers and synopsis of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki), let’s summarize the original novel. The story, originally posted on the novel publishing website Shōsetsuka ni Narō, was written by author Hirukuma and has been published in print by Sneaker Bunko since 2016.
The anime adaptation of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki) began airing in July 2023. The series consists of 12 episodes and was broadcasted on TOKYO MX, BS NTV, and AT-X. A second season of the anime has already been announced.
Now that we understand the background of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki), let’s delve into the anime’s synopsis and spoilers. We cover the synopsis and spoilers from episode 1 to the final episode, so even if you’ve missed parts of the series, you can catch up here.
Let’s introduce the synopsis and spoilers for episode 1 of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki). A man riding a motorcycle notices a vending machine about to fall off the back of a truck in front of him. In an attempt to prevent it from falling, he crashes into the vending machine and tumbles off a cliff. When he wakes up, he finds himself in an unfamiliar grassland.
Unable to move or speak, the man realizes he has been reincarnated as a vending machine. The next day, a frog monster emerges from a nearby lake and attacks the vending machine. In a desperate situation, the man receives the protection of a “barrier” and manages to escape the danger. A few days later, a young girl appears before him. Intrigued by the vending machine, the man speaks to the girl through the vending machine’s voice, saying, “Welcome.”
The girl timidly purchases a can of soup, and is impressed by its deliciousness, leading her to buy several other products. Realizing she can communicate with the vending machine, the girl tells it her name. The girl, who introduces herself as Lammis, senses that the vending machine is lonely being alone. She decides to take the vending machine with her.
Lammis, who possesses extraordinary strength, lifts the vending machine and carries it to her village. She places the vending machine in front of the inn where she stays. The vending machine quickly becomes accepted and popular among the villagers. Having grown closer to the vending machine, Lammis names it “Hakkon.”
Here’s the synopsis and spoilers for episode 2 of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki). One day, a bear wearing glasses appears in front of the vending machine. This bear is the president of the Hunters’ Association. He came to ask for Hakkon’s help in an upcoming subjugation mission against frogman demons. The president planned to have Hakkon provide food and drinks during the expedition.
Hakkon accepts the request, and Lammis joins as Hakkon’s transporter. While eating cup noodles provided by Hakkon, the hunting party makes steady progress towards their destination. Just as they are about to reach the frogman demons’ nest, the president visits Lammis. Faced with the choice to wait or join the fight, Lammis decides to fight alongside Hakkon.
Lammis, along with her escorts Kerioil and others, defeats the frogman demons and advances to the front lines. Their efforts lead to the successful subjugation of the frogman demons. However, the president suspects the unusual number of demons and speculates that a giant frogman demon might appear. At night, as the hunters are on standby, the giant frogman demon emerges.
Lammis tries desperately to evacuate the injured by pulling a cart, but they can’t escape from the giant frogman demon. Hakkon, trying to buy some time, offers cola and soft candy. Utilizing the reaction between certain soft candies and cola to create an eruption, Hakkon aims to stall the giant frogman demon.
Although Lammis doesn’t initially understand what Hakkon is trying to do, an injured person accidentally creates the cola eruption with the soft candy, and she grasps Hakkon’s intent. Lammis and the injured aim the cola spray at the giant frogman demon’s eyes. The hunters arrive just in time, and the giant frogman demon is defeated.
Next, let’s look at the synopsis and spoilers for episode 3 of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki). After the frogman demons’ subjugation, Lammis and her group start their journey back to the village. On their way, they see smoke rising from the village and rush back. The village has been attacked by a large monster, and the inn where Lammis was staying is destroyed. Lammis almost panics but regains her composure thanks to Hakkon.
They visit the Hunters’ Association and happily reunite with the landlady and Munami. Hakkon offers food and drinks for free to those affected by the disaster. Everyone eagerly accepts drinks and snacks from Hakkon, leading to an impromptu feast that night. The next day, reconstruction of the damaged village begins, and Lammis is asked by Bear President to help clear the debris. Kerioil arrives and invites Lammis and Hakkon to join his Fool’s Errand Troupe.
However, Lammis declines, citing the ongoing reconstruction. Later, a money changer named Akoui visits Hakkon. She has come to negotiate currency exchange, hearing about the shortage of silver coins in this area. However, as Hakkon lacks a currency exchange function, it has to decline. Lammis then suggests buying products with gold coins to get silver coins as change.
Akoui quickly buys drinks with gold coins and collects the silver coin change. After that, various people, including Bear President and the young lady Suori, visit Hakkon. Suori, who usually plays pranks on Hakkon, seems different that day. To cheer up the seemingly sad Suori, Hakkon offers her a juice.
Suori, though puzzled, gratefully says, “Thank you.” Later, Bear President visits Hakkon again, intending to use Hakkon’s disguise ability for surveillance in a high-crime area. A test is arranged to gauge the extent of Hakkon’s disguise capabilities.
Hakkon is placed near the entrance of the Hunters’ Association and maintains its disguise. During this time, Lammis and Suori encounter each other and argue about who is more deserving to be Hakkon’s owner. Through this unexpected situation, Hakkon realizes how much Lammis truly values him.
Now, let’s delve into the synopsis and spoilers for episode 4 of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki). One day, a group of men visit Hakkon, stating they were sent by the Bear President to reinforce the village walls. Hakkon notices among them Gugoil, who had previously attempted to steal money from him.
Believing Gugoil has reformed, Hakkon agrees to accompany the men. However, their words are a lie, and Hakkon is kidnapped. At their destination, Hakkon meets a woman named Hyūlmi, a magical tool engineer and an acquaintance of Lammis, who was also kidnapped by the same men. Hakkon and Hyūlmi spend several days together in the villains’ hideout. Hyūlmi discovers that Hakkon contains a human soul. Later, thanks to the efforts of Lammis and the Fool’s Errand Troupe, Hakkon and Hyūlmi are safely rescued.
Next, we present the synopsis and spoilers for episode 5 of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki). Rescued along with Hakkon, Hyūlmi decides to live in the village with Lammis and the others. One day, Suori’s bodyguards arrive at Hyūlmi and Hakkon’s location. They inform them that Suori will be visiting soon and request that they listen to Suori’s plea.
As Hyūlmi is pondering, the bodyguards leave, and Suori arrives. After greeting Hyūlmi, Suori asks her to accompany her to a magical tool unveiling event. Suori has a rival named Kanashi, whom she desperately wants to outshine at the event. Hyūlmi agrees to Suori’s request, and Hakkon also gives its approval.
At the event, Kanashi unveils a magical tool that obeys human commands. While the crowd praises the marvelous tool, it runs amok due to being created with forbidden technology. Hyūlmi manages to contain the rampage and releases the trapped soul within the tool. Some time after, winter arrives in the village. Around this time, the establishment of a large chain restaurant, Chain Diner, in the village is decided, causing concern among the local eatery owners.
Munami, overseeing the meeting, seeks Hakkon’s assistance. Hakkon offers various foods like hamburgers and crepes. The dishes provided by Hakkon are highly praised, and the owners use them as inspiration for new menu items. These new dishes quickly capture the hearts of the villagers, and Chain Diner is forced to withdraw.
Let’s explore the synopsis and spoilers for episode 6 of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki). As winter passes, Hakkon and Lammis join the Fool’s Errand Troupe on a mission to investigate crocodile demons. Ak and Shiro, scouts of the expedition, discover about thirty crocodile demons in a swamp ahead. The group decides to proceed with their subjugation and waits until the next morning.
During the night, Hakkon comes up with an idea and produces ice from the vending machine. Understanding Hakkon’s plan, Hyūlmi releases the ice into the river leading to the swamp. The chilled water forces the cold crocodile demons onto the land. Although Kerioil tries to use Fermina’s fog magic as a smokescreen, it is insufficient to cover the entire swamp.
While Kerioil is contemplating another plan, Hakkon transforms and releases dry ice into the river. Seeing the large amount of smoke created, Lammis and the Fool’s Errand Troupe head to the swamp to defeat the crocodile demons. However, they encounter the layer’s boss, an eight-legged crocodile, and Kerioil’s group quickly flees.
Hakkon, refusing to abandon Hyūlmi, uses a barrier to push her away and deliberately becomes a decoy to help the others escape. Swallowed by the eight-legged crocodile, Hakkon uses his vending machine functions to create gas and fire. The crocodile explodes from within and is incinerated, allowing Hakkon to escape. However, the layer fracture causes Hakkon to fall to the lower layer.
Next, we delve into the synopsis and spoilers for episode 7 of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki). Below the Clear Stream Lake layer lies a complicated maze. Hakkon, having fallen into the maze, encounters four beastmen. Hakkon helps them escape from pursuing monsters, but they do not realize Hakkon is sentient. Through their conversation, Hakkon learns their names are Mikené, Sko, Perl, and Short.
Mikené and his group decide to take Hakkon back to sell for money. Wanting to leave this layer, Hakkon agrees to be transported by them to the exit. On their way, Hakkon reunites with Lammis and the others who have come to rescue him, and safely returns to his companions. Bear President also accompanies Lammis on the rescue mission. The Gluttony Troupe, led by Mikené, learns for the first time from Bear President that Hakkon is sentient.
Let’s explore the synopsis and spoilers for episode 8 of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki). While Bear President’s primary goal was to rescue Hakkon, he had another objective: the subjugation of the Flame Giant Bone Demon, the master of the maze layer. This mission was requested by Kerioil and the Fool’s Errand Troupe, who also sought Hakkon’s cooperation. Hakkon agreed to help.
Hakkon, Lammis, Bear President, and the Troupes set out to subjugate the Flame Giant Bone Demon. The plan involves using a dungeon trap to drop the demon into a pitfall. To extinguish the demon’s flames, they decide to fill the pit with water. Hakkon transforms into a high-pressure washer and releases a large amount of water. However, the pit drains quickly, preventing water accumulation.
Thus, Hakkon starts filling the pit with ice and dry ice instead. A few days later, the Flame Giant Bone Demon appears and falls into the trap as planned. The pit, filled with dry ice by Hakkon, is saturated with carbon dioxide, extinguishing the demon’s flames. The group begins to attack from above, but unable to inflict significant damage, Kerioil’s team decides to descend into the pit for a final showdown. Knowing entering the pit could lead to suffocation, Hakkon decides to sacrifice itself. Hakkon deliberately gets hit by Lammis and falls into the pit, delivering the final blow to the Flame Giant Bone Demon.
Next, we present the synopsis and spoilers for episode 9 of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki). After defeating the Flame Giant Bone Demon, Hakkon’s group heads to the Hunters’ Association in the maze layer. While the Fool’s Errand Troupe returns home via the teleportation circle, Lammis’s group stays for an outer perimeter survey of the maze. There, they meet a blond, handsome swordsman named Mishuel.
Mishuel, who seems like a heroic character, is actually socially awkward and struggles with interpersonal interactions. Hakkon, feeling a kinship with Mishuel, decides to support him from the shadows. Later, Mishuel joins the group for their survey mission. While their days pass peacefully, one day Perl from the Gluttony Troupe senses human presence, signaling trouble.
Mishuel suspects the presence to be his pursuers and tries to proceed alone. However, Lammis demonstrates Hakkon’s barrier strength to Mishuel, persuading him to let them accompany him. When they encounter the pursuers, Lammis and Hakkon take on the surrounding magicians. Mishuel defeats the main perpetrator, and all pursuers are captured. Deciding not to endanger Lammis’s group further, Mishuel chooses to part ways with them.
Let’s delve into the synopsis and spoilers for episode 10 of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki). In the Clear Stream Lake layer, a big eating contest is about to be held. The Gluttony Troupe, Shui, and Lammis participate and advance through the preliminary rounds. Ultimately, Shui from the Fool’s Errand Troupe wins the contest. The prize allows Shui to use Hakkon freely for a day.
Shui takes Hakkon to an orphanage in the Beginning Layer. Hakkon provides the children with juices, snacks, and balloons, delighting them. However, some men, having witnessed this, plan to misuse Hakkon and attack at night. To protect the children, Hakkon single-handedly repels the attackers. In the morning, the orphanage director, equipped with a bow, heads to confront the men. The director, a former skilled hunter respected by Kerioil, returns smiling, claiming the men agreed to her persuasion. However, the missing bow and arrows clearly indicate the use of force.
Next, we explore the synopsis and spoilers for episode 11 of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki). One day, Lammis is approached by Kerioil to accompany him to the Wailing Ghosts Layer, known for its abundance of undead monsters. Lammis, frightened but pretending to be brave, agrees to join. However, she faints at the sight of the inn’s ghostly landlady.
To overcome her fear, Lammis decides to stroll around the village. Eventually, she becomes able to walk through the village with Hakkon’s company. Later, Lammis, along with Kerioil’s reinforcements from the Gluttony Troupe and Mishuel, set out to find the layer’s boss, the Ghost King. One evening during their investigation, a child’s ghost appears before Hakkon. After receiving juice from Hakkon, the child’s ghost starts visiting every night. Hakkon enjoys the interactions, offering juice each time. However, during an expedition with the Fool’s Errand Troupe, the child’s ghost is destroyed by Ak.
Let’s delve into the synopsis and spoilers for the final episode of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki). In the finale, Hakkon and Lammis, along with the other members, head to defeat the Ghost King. They encounter numerous undead creatures. When Kerioil’s group struggles to advance, Hakkon transforms into a kerosene measure, releasing oil that burns well. The group uses flames to wipe out the creatures.
Continuing their advance within Hakkon’s barrier, they reach the Ghost King. The Ghost King launches a fierce magical attack on Hakkon and Lammis, but together they defeat him. However, the King of the Underworld appears, putting everyone in danger. Lammis, enraged by Hyūlmi and Shui’s defeat, regains her composure thanks to Hakkon.
Lammis, in coordination with Hakkon, successfully breaks the arm of the King of the Underworld. Though not defeated, the King of the Underworld retreats for the time being. Hakkon then transforms into an AED and, using telekinesis, administers electric shocks to Hyūlmi and Shui, reviving them just in time.
The group returns to the Clear Stream Lake layer and reports to Bear President about the King of the Underworld. From the President’s information, they learn that the King of the Underworld is a general under the Demon King. Hakkon’s group’s brave deeds become known to everyone in the village, making Hakkon even more popular. Later, Lammis takes Hakkon to the place where they first met.
There, Lammis expresses her gratitude to Hakkon, deeply moving it. Hyūlmi and Shui also appear, thanking Hakkon with a kiss. Lammis, too, approaches to kiss Hakkon but hesitates out of embarrassment. Encouraged by Hyūlmi and Shui, she finally kisses Hakkon. As the final episode closes, Hakkon watches the three joyously, ending the series on a heartwarming note.
Having summarized the spoilers and synopsis from episode 1 to the final episode of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki), it’s evident that the anime, with its unique concept of the protagonist reincarnated as a vending machine, garnered attention. However, while some found it entertaining until the end, others deemed it uninteresting. Why is “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” considered dull by some? Following the synopsis spoilers, let’s explore the reasons behind this sentiment.
When deciding to watch an anime, some people consider the title as a reference. “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki) spoils the premise in the title itself, revealing that the protagonist is reincarnated as a vending machine. Some viewers, upon grasping the general plot from the title, might not find the idea of a protagonist reincarnated as a vending machine appealing.
Since the protagonist of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki) is a vending machine, it cannot move or speak freely. This limitation leads some viewers to feel that the story becomes monotonous. However, the original novel series concluded in three volumes, suggesting that it ended before becoming overly repetitive.
“Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki) has many moments that invite criticism. Not only is the premise of the protagonist being reincarnated as a vending machine unusual, but there are also several scenes throughout the story that might raise eyebrows. Viewers who pay attention to details may find these points of critique leading them to consider the anime as uninteresting.
While “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki) receives some criticism for being uninteresting, many viewers have enjoyed it until the final episode. Here, we’ll highlight two aspects that make “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” an entertaining series. If the synopsis spoilers have piqued your interest, these charming points are also worth checking out.
The protagonist of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki) is Hakkon, a vending machine. Being a machine, Hakkon cannot freely converse and is limited to pre-set phrases like “Welcome.” Whenever Hakkon wants to communicate something, it creatively uses a combination of limited phrases or dispenses products. These scenes, where the non-verbal Hakkon tries to convey its intentions, offer a sense of excitement and curiosity about what will happen next.
“Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki) primarily features benevolent characters. Although there are some with malicious intentions, the main characters are generally good-natured. This results in many heartwarming stories, making viewers feel comforted just by watching. While those who prefer action-packed scenes might find it lacking, this series is a perfect match for those seeking solace and comfort.
In this section, we’ll summarize the character spoilers for “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki). Understanding the characters, along with the synopsis, allows for a deeper appreciation of the story. After checking out the synopsis spoilers, don’t miss the character spoilers. Let’s look at the spoilers for the main characters, starting with Hakkon.
Hakkon is the protagonist of “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki). Originally a man living in modern Japan, he gets reincarnated into a vending machine after an accident. He is later named “Hakkon” by Lammis, whom he meets in the other world. His real name from before the reincarnation is not revealed until the final episode. A vending machine enthusiast in his previous life, Hakkon uses his knowledge to help people in the new world.
Lammis in “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki) is the first human Hakkon encounters in the other world. Lammis, perceiving Hakkon’s sentience, takes him to her village. Bright and kind-hearted, she treats Hakkon with great care, as if it were a real person. Gifted with extraordinary strength, she can carry Hakkon by herself and acts as its transporter.
Hyūlmi, a childhood friend of Lammis, becomes close with Hakkon when they meet after Hakkon is kidnapped by villains. An accomplished magical tool engineer, Hyūlmi has a bad reputation due to causing trouble with her experiments in the past. Like Lammis, she treasures Hakkon and speaks to it as if it were a human friend.
Shui, a member of the Fool’s Errand Troupe in “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki), is a small but skilled archer. Despite her size, she is a big eater, surprising those around her with the amount of food she consumes.
Kerioil is the leader of the Fool’s Errand Troupe in “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki). He tries to recruit the useful Hakkon into his troupe but is always turned down. Kerioil is not a bad person and respects Hakkon’s will. He is typically jovial but deeply cares for his team, as seen in the final episode where he desperately performs CPR on a dying Shui.
Filmina is the deputy leader of the Fool’s Errand Troupe in “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki). Calm and collected, she assists and often admonishes the carefree Kerioil. Skilled in water magic, she supports her comrades in battles with long-range attacks.
Here, we list the voice actors of the anime “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki).
The role of Hakkon in the anime is voiced by Jun Fukuyama, an active voice actor and singer. He has received numerous awards, including the Best Actor Award at the first Seiyuu Awards and the Voice Actor Award at Tokyo International Anime Fair 2009. Besides Hakkon, he has voiced characters such as Koro-sensei in “Assassination Classroom,” Eiji Okumura in “BANANA FISH,” and Riku in “Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon.”
Lammis in the anime is voiced by Kaede Hondo, a voice actress who debuted in 2015 and won the Best New Actress Award at the 13th Seiyuu Awards. Her notable roles include Maple in “BOFURI: I Don’t Want to Get Hurt, so I’ll Max Out My Defense,” and Laika in “I’ve Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level.”
The role of Hyūlmi is performed by Shiki Aoki, a voice actress and stage actor. Originally a gamer and streamer, Aoki has continued to engage in video streaming and gaming even after becoming a voice actress. Her major roles include Asuka Ninomiya in “THE iDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls Theater” and Asta in “Helck.”
The character of Shui is voiced by Miyu Tomita, a member of the voice actor units “Kleissis” and “Study.” She debuted as a solo artist in 2019. Apart from Shui, her roles include Riko in “Made in Abyss” and Miko Iino in “Kaguya-sama: Love Is War.”
Kerioil in the anime is voiced by veteran voice actor Kazuya Nakai. Nakai is known for not only voice acting but also narrating numerous news programs. His notable roles include Toshiro Hijikata in “Gintama,” Roronoa Zoro in “ONE PIECE,” and Shinichi Chiba in “Ahiru no Sora.”
The role of Filmina is played by Ai Kayano, who has won the Best New Actress Award at the 6th Seiyuu Awards and the MIP New Voice Actor Award at the 1st Daily Anime Grand Prix by Nikkan Sports. Beyond Filmina, her roles include Mogana Kikaijima in “Medaka Box,” Akari Kawamoto in “March Comes in Like a Lion,” and Gentluu (Amamiya Kashiwa, Cure Finale) in “Delicious Party♡Precure.”
We have presented the spoilers and synopsis up to the final episode of the anime “Reborn As a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” (Ore Jihanki), along with viewers’ opinions. While the spoilers give a general idea of the content, the true enjoyment of the series can only be experienced by watching the anime itself. If the synopsis has sparked your interest, I highly recommend watching the actual series to fully appreciate its charm.
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