Vampire Dormitory

Stumbling through hard luck after losing her parents and getting fired, Mito drifts through the city dressed as a boy to stay alive. Her path crosses Ruka, a mysterious dorm resident with a hidden bloodline. The encounter pulls her into a deal that lets her crash in an all male dorm, but only if she surrenders a piece of her blood. As she keeps her true gender under wraps, a fragile romance begins to spark and risks pile up around her secret. The arrangement offers safety and companionship, yet it also pulls Mito toward dangerous truths about power, desire, and the nature of belonging in a world where creatures of the night walk among the living.

Created by Touko Machida, Kayoko Kusano, and Kaori Mochida, Vampire Dormitory premiered in 2024 as an animated drama blending sci fi and fantasy elements. The show centers on young characters managing secrets, identity, and friendship. The animation blends sharp line work with softer shadows to heighten the mood and emphasize the dorm's claustrophobic vibe.

Reception so far is modest with a 4.7 out of 10 from 12 votes, signaling a niche audience. Critics and viewers tend to note the series emphasis on identity and belonging, the tension between disguise and desire, and the uneasy balance of trust in a dorm of outsiders. The tone invites viewers to question loyalty and sacrifice as Mito weighs survival against risky revelations.

Among fans the show has sparked talk about how it handles gender identity and romance within a supernatural setting. Its moody visuals and unusual premise have become talking points in online communities, though the title remains a cult favorite rather than a mainstream hit. Fans also speculate about future alliances and the nature of the dorm itself.

There have been no major nominations or wins reported for Vampire Dormitory to date. The series has attracted a small but dedicated audience, and its creators may catch broader attention if the show expands beyond its initial run.