In “The Hidden Cult,” Klein investigates a mysterious organization operating in Tingen’s shadows. This episode unveils the terrifying rituals of the Aurora Order as Klein races against time to prevent a catastrophic ritual that threatens to plunge the city into chaos.
Episode 8 features the first major confrontation between Klein and the hidden cults, revealing the true dangers of the mystical world he now inhabits and setting the stage for his transformation into a true Beyonder.
When is Episode 8 released?
Episode 8 will be released on August 9, 2025 at:
• 10:30 AM Eastern Time (ET)
• 7:30 AM Pacific Time (PT)
• 3:30 PM British Summer Time (BST)
• 11:30 PM Japan Standard Time (JST)
Where can I watch it?
Available on Crunchyroll worldwide and Bilibili for viewers in Asia. Premium subscribers get immediate access.
Free users will be able to watch one week after the premium release.
Watch on CrunchyrollStory Development
• Chilling depiction of cult rituals and ceremonies
• Major character revelations and betrayals
• First appearance of Sequence 7 abilities
Production Highlights
• Expanded lore of the God of Knowledge and Wisdom
• Enhanced animation for supernatural sequences
• Original soundtrack by renowned composer
Lord of the Mysteries is a dark fantasy anime based on the acclaimed Chinese web novel by Cuttlefish That Loves Diving. The story follows Klein Moretti, a modern man who awakens in the body of a Victorian-era gentleman after a mysterious transmigration incident.
In Episode 8, Klein confronts the dark cults threatening Tingen City and comes face-to-face with the supernatural dangers of this world. This episode marks a critical escalation in the story as Klein begins to understand the true power structures governing the mystical world.
Main Characters
• Klein Moretti: The protagonist
• Leonard Mitchell: Nightwatch member
• Dunn Smith: Captain of the Nightwatch
• Audrey Hall: Spectator pathway
Beyonder Pathways
• Seer: Klein’s pathway
• Sleepless: Dunn Smith’s pathway
• Bard: Leonard Mitchell’s pathway
• Spectator: Audrey Hall’s pathway
