Monogatari Timeline ( Real )

publication
August 1, 2006

Monogatari Series First Light Novel Published

The first novel in the Monogatari series, Bakemonogatari, was published, marking the beginning of the franchise.

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July 3, 2009

Bakemonogatari Anime Adaptation Released

The anime adaptation of Bakemonogatari aired in Japan, greatly increasing the popularity of the franchise.

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January 8, 2012

Nisemonogatari Anime Released

The anime adaptation of Nisemonogatari was aired, continuing the story from Bakemonogatari and expanding the universe.

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July 6, 2013

Monogatari Series Second Season Anime Released

The anime series titled Monogatari Series Second Season was released, adapting multiple arcs from the light novels and increasing the franchise's acclaim.

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October 3, 2015

Owarimonogatari Anime Released

The anime adaptation of Owarimonogatari aired, continuing the storyline and further developing the characters.

publication
June 20, 2014

Zoku Owarimonogatari Light Novel Published

The sequel to Owarimonogatari, Zoku Owarimonogatari, was published, continuing the story in light novel form.

announcement
November 3, 2018

Monogatari Series Final Season Announced

Studio Shaft announced the production of the Monogatari Series Final Season anime, marking the concluding chapters of the franchise's anime adaptation.

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October 2019

Monogatari Series Final Season Anime Released

The final season of the Monogatari anime was aired, concluding the anime adaptation of the popular light novel series.

Monogatari Timeline ( Fictional )

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Early September, 1st Year of High School

Koyomi Araragi encounters the Vampire

Koyomi Araragi is attacked and turned partially into a vampire by the oddity Kiss-Shot Acerola-Orion Heart-Under-Blade, marking the beginning of his supernatural adventures.

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Mid September, 1st Year of High School

Araragi meets Meme Oshino

After surviving his encounter, Araragi meets the expert Meme Oshino who helps him deal with his vampiric condition and introduces him to the world of oddities.

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Late September, 1st Year of High School

Solving Hitagi Crab Case

Araragi helps Hitagi Senjougahara shed her weightless condition caused by the oddity known as the Weight Crab and starts developing a relationship with her.

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October, 1st Year of High School

Tsubasa Hanekawa's Cat Problem

Araragi assists Tsubasa Hanekawa with her oddity problem involving a cat spirit that causes her to have behavioral changes.

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October, 1st Year of High School

Mayoi Hachikuji's Lost Ghost

Araragi encounters Mayoi Hachikuji, the lost childhood ghost, and helps her find peace so she can move on.

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November, 1st Year of High School

Suruga Kanbaru's Monkey's Paw

Araragi helps Suruga Kanbaru confront the tragic consequences of using a cursed monkey's paw that grants wishes at a terrible cost.

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Late November, 1st Year of High School

Nadeko Sengoku's Snake Curse

Araragi deals with Nadeko Sengoku's snake curse oddity that stems from a deep desire for affection, leading to a serious confrontation.

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December, 1st Year of High School

Oikura Sodachi's Grudge

Araragi resolves the long-standing grudge and misunderstanding with Oikura Sodachi that has haunted their school lives.

climax
Spring, End of 1st Year of High School

Araragi defeats Kiss-Shot to regain humanity

In a climactic battle, Araragi confronts and defeats Kiss-Shot, regaining control over his vampiric powers and cementing his role as a protector from oddities.