Baka and Test - Summon the Beasts: Matsuri

Baka and Test: Summon the Beasts - Matsuri consists of two original video animation episodes released in 2011, serving as a direct continuation of the anime adaptation of Kenji Inoue’s light novel series. Produced by Silver Link and distributed in North America by Funimation, these OVAs were created to bridge the narrative gap between the show's first and second television seasons. The story maintains the series' characteristic blend of slapstick comedy, school-life tropes, and fantasy-inspired combat, centering on the students of Fumizuki Academy as they navigate a school system where academic grades dictate the power of magical avatars used in battles.

The production design reflects the aesthetic established by director Shin Oonuma, who emphasized vibrant character models and distinct visual cues to represent the characters' summon-beast abilities. The OVAs were conceived to capitalize on the success of the 2010 television debut, offering fans an expanded look at the central cast's antics during the summer festival setting. Reception remained consistent with the broader franchise, with critics often praising the lighthearted, self-aware humor while noting that the release was primarily aimed at established viewers familiar with the established internal logic of the series.