The Seven Heavenly Virtues

"The Seven Heavenly Virtues" (Japanese: 七つの美徳, Nanatsu no Bitoku) is a Japanese media franchise published by Hobby Japan, primarily consisting of fantasy figures embodying holy archangels. A short anime television series animated by Bridge aired from January 26 to March 30, 2018, with 10 episodes, serving as a spin-off to the "Seven Mortal Sins" anime. The story is set after "Seven Mortal Sins", focusing on the titular Heavenly Virtues descending to Earth to search for a suitable human candidate to become the new Messiah. Each of the angels represents one of the seven virtues: Faith, Patience, Charity, Diligence, Love, Temperance, and Chastity. They grapple with various challenges on Earth, while striving to guide humanity towards the righteous path. The anime is known for its unique character designs, humorous plot, and exciting battle sequences. Additionally, the franchise includes spin-offs such as novels, manga, and games that further develop its world and character settings. Despite being a spin-off, "The Seven Heavenly Virtues" has garnered a fan base, standing on its own as a well-liked series due to its themes and characters.