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Back in July, we got word thatRed Art Gameswould be bringing Apollosoft's Goblin Slayer -Another Adventurer- Nightmare Feast strategy-rpg to the west. Now it has a new release date, with the North American and European digital releases set for November 15, 2024. The physical versions that were previously detailed are still on the way, but their release date will be announced at a later time. The Collector's Edition is currently up for pre-order via Red Art Games and Vgp. One of the exclusive bonuses of that version is the Sword Maiden Dlc, which lets you play as the character in Battle Mode. Related: Goblin Slayer -Another Adventurer- NightmareFeastGame Gets Western Release on Switch In addition to an original story from creator Kamu Kagyu with some new character designs byNoboru Kannatsuki,Goblin Slayer -Another Adventurer- Nightmare Feast features characters from theGoblinSlayer light novels and anime, with cast members reprising their roles,...

I've Been Killing Slimes For 300 Years And Maxed Out My Level,an ongoing TV anime based on the fantasy light novel series, is returning soon for a second season, and now the series has revealed a new trailer, a new piece of key art (below) and new information about the official theme songs for the second season. The second season will broadcast in Japan beginning in April 2025. Crunchyroll currently streams the first season.Yui Oguraperforms the new opening theme song for the series, whileAguri Onishiperforms the new ending theme song. At the time of this writing, the titles for the new theme songs have not yet been revealed. The originalI've Been Killing Slimes For 300 Years And Maxed Out My Levellight novels are written by Kisetsu Morita, illustrated byBenio,and published in Japan bySb Creativeunder their Ga Novel imprint.Yen Press...

The officialYouTubechannel for voice actorYui Ogura(Hime Shiraki in Yuri Is My Job! ) has started streaming a music video for "Wind of Bloom," the lead track from her upcoming new album "Bloomy." The lyric of the refreshing pop tune were written by herself. Yui Ogura "Wind of Bloom" Music video Related: Voice Actor Yui Ogura to Release New Album "Bloomy" in September 2024 As her first album in two years and seven months since the release of her previous album "Tarte" in February 2022, "Bloomy" is set to release from Nippon Columbia on September 18, 2024. The 12-song album includes all of the title tunes from her recent four singles from the company — "Love∞Vision," "Himitsu ♡Melody," ( Yuri Is My Job! opening theme), "Empty//Princess.," and "Kimiiro no Kiseki". Prior to the release of the album, the lead track "Wind of Bloom" is now available on digital services for streaming and download.

Good Bye, Dragon Life – an upcoming TV anime based on the series of fantasy light novels – has revealed eight new cast members for the series as well as a new piece of key art (below). The series will broadcast in Japan beginning October 2024. The new cast members include: Diadora voiced byMikoi SasakiMikoi Sasaki and Diadora Geo voiced byShoya IshigeShoya Ishige and Geo Fio voiced byYurina AmamiYurina Amami and Fio Marl voiced byMadoka AsahinaMadoka Asahina and Marl Georude voiced byMasaaki MizunakaMasaaki Mizunaka and Georude Raffrasia voiced byYui OguraYui Ogura and Raffrasia Geren voiced byYukihiro NozuyamaYukihiro Nozuyama and Geren Georg voiced bySatoshi HinoSatoshi Hino andGeorgThe original Good Bye, Dragon Life light novels are written byHiroaki Nagashima,illustrated by Kisuke Ichimaru, and published in Japan byAlphaPolis.Kenichi Nishidadirects the TV anime adaptation...

Voice actorYui Ogurawill release her new album "Bloomy" from Nippon Columbia on September 18, 2024. It will have been two years and seven months since the release of her previous album "Tarte" in February 2022. While playing many anime characters, includingPriestessinGoblinSlayerand Nasse in Platinum End, since her voice acting debut in 2009,Oguramade her solo singe debut fromKing Recordsin 2012. Then she changed her record company to Nippon Columbia in 2022, releasing four CD singles to date. The 12-song album "Bloomy" is her first full album fromNippon Columbia(fifth in her total career) and includes all of the title tunes from her recent four singles from the company — "Love∞Vision," "Himitsu ♡Melody," (Yuri Is My Job!opening theme), "Empty//Princess.," and "Kimiiro no Kiseki". "Love∞Vision" Music Video "Himitsu♡Melody"Music Video" Empty//Princess. "Music Video" Kimiiro no Kiseki "Music Video Ogura also announced her...

I've Been Killing Slimes For 300 Years And Maxed Out My Level,an ongoing TV anime based on the fantasy light novel series, is returning to Japanese TV in 2025 with a second second season, and now the series has revealed a new teaser trailer (below) and a new cast member. In the series, voice actorYui Oguraplays the role ofSandra,a mandragora plant with a human form. The original I've Been Killing Slimes For 300 Years And Maxed Out My Level light novels are written by Kisetsu Morita, illustrated byBenio,and published in Japan bySb Creativeunder their Ga Novel imprint.Yen Pressalso publishes and English language version.Kunihisa Sugishimadirects the anime adaptation at animation studioTeddy.Naohiro Fukushimaprovides the series composition,Hikaru Kodamaprovides the character designs, andKeiji Inaiprovides the music. I've Been Killing Slimes For 300 Years And Maxed Out My...

TheGoblin Slayer-Another Adventurer- Nightmare Feast game officially has a western release on the horizon.Red Art Gamesannounced plans to bring the Apollosoft-developed strategy-rpg to Nintendo Switch in North America and Europe sometime in 2024, both physically and digitally.Goblin Slayer-Another Adventurer- Nightmare Feast Trailer Beyond the digital release, there are three different physical versions on the way: a Standard Edition and limited Deluxe and Collector's Editions. Here's a look at all three along with the contents: Standard Edition: - Game - Sticker Sheet Deluxe Edition: -A copy of the game -An exclusive sleeve with alternate cover art -A sticker sheet -The Original Soundtrack CD Collector's Edition: - A copy of the game - A Steelcase - A double-sided acrylic stand - A double-sided poster - A sticker sheet The European versions of the game are up for pre-order at Red Art Games, while Vgp's online store will...

As the spring anime season draws to a close, everyone's favorite domestic angel is popping in one last time to thanks us for our support. Over on its official social media, Studio Apartment, Good Lighting,AngelIncluded has shared a new key visual ofTowaflying high over the city, extending a hand in gratitude: Related:Yui OguraPosts Studio Apartment, Good Lighting,AngelIncluded Anime Opening Theme Music Video Based on the manga byMatoba,Studio Apartment, Good Lighting,AngelIncluded is directed byKenta Onishi(The Hidden Dungeon Only I Can Enter) at studioOkuruto Noboru,with series composition byShogo Yasukawa(My Clueless First Friend), character designs byYuya Uetakeand music byShunsuke Takizawa.Crunchyroll is simulcasting the series and describes the story: After a long day, high schooler Shintaro Tokumitsu’s plans for relaxing in his studio apartment take a turn when he discovers an angel on his balcony.

The officialYouTubechannel for the four-member voice actor unit SoundOrion has started streaming a music video for their latest third CD single song, "Sunny Canvas," which is now featured as the ending theme for the spring 2024 TV anime Studio Apartment, Good Lighting, Angel Included. The CD was released from Nippon Columbia on May 8, 2024, ranking 12th inOricon's daily single charts on its first day. SoundOrion "Sunny Canvas" music video Studio Apartment, Good Lighting,AngelIncluded anime creditless ending movie SoundOrion was formed by the four winners ofStardust Promotion's first audition for its voice actor department with 5,000 participants in 2017 -Honoka Kuroki,Ami Komine,Momoyo Koyama,andAsuka Shioiri.After releasing two singles, one full album, and three mini-albums from the promotion's own indie label, they finally made their major debut fromNippon Columbiawith their first single "Angel Ladder" in May 2023. "Sunny Canvas" is their second anime theme song work,...

Voice actorKaori Ishiharareleased her much-awaited third full album "Calm Scene" from Pony Canyon in Japan today on April 24. It has been three years and eight months since the release of her previous second album "Water Drop" in August 2020. After performing as a member of the successful two-member voice actor idol unit YuiKaori along withYui Ogura,Ishihara made her solo debut with her first solo single "Blooming Flower" in March 2018. Since then, she has released 11 CD singles and two original albums, steadily building her career as a solo artist. At the same time, her officialYouTubechannel posted a music video for "Harmonia," the lead track from the album. Kaori Ishihara "Harmonia" music video The 11-song album includes eight newly-recorded songs, as well as her latest digital single song "Gift,"which was featured as the ending theme for the winter 2024 TV animeThe Foolish Angel Dances with the Devil...

Inori Minase,the voice actress who is known for voicing Rem fromRe:Zeroand Itsuki Nakano from Quintessential Quintuplets, recently found herself embroiled in a controversy wherein she was accused of running a fan account, Doyakonga, to diss her fellow seiyuu.

The controversy ignited on April 3, 2024, when Minase’s official account quote tweeted a fan who reposted her photos without permission, calling them an “idiot” who couldn’t read Minase’s warnings.

The tweet was swiftly deleted, with Minase’s staff later claiming her account was hacked.

“It is possible that our account was hacked by a third party late at night on April 3rd. We have deleted the post in question and are currently investigating the extent of the damage, the cause of the incident, and measures to prevent a recurrence. We deeply apologize for any concern this may have caused to our fans and stakeholders,” Minase’s tweet read.

The officialYouTubechannel for voice actorYui Ogurahas started streaming a music video for her new CD single song "Kimiiro no Kiseki" ( The Miracle of Your Color ). The refreshing pop tune is now featured as the opening theme for the spring 2024 TV anime Studio Apartment, Good Lighting, Angel Included, in which she is also cast as one of the main characters, Lilishka. The lyrics of the song are written byOguraherself, whileMasahiro Takeda(Dream Monster), known for his works for Kemono Friends, The Idolm@Ster SideM, and The Quintessential Quintuplets, works on composition and arrangement. The theme of the music video is "casual happiness in everyday life." Ogura, dressed as an angel, performs a cute "angel dance" with choreography reminiscent of angel wings. Yui Ogura "Kimiiro no Kiseki" music video Studio Apartment, Good Lighting, Angel Included anime creditless opening movie Related: Yui Ogura Sings Studio Apartment,...

Yui Ogura(Nasse in Platinum End ) is doing her own package deal for Studio Apartment, Good Lighting,AngelIncluded this season, voicingShintaro's classmate Lilishka and performing "Kimi-iro no Kiseki" for the rom-com anime's opening theme song. A creditless version of the sequence is available to watch below, while the first two episodes of the series are now streaming on Crunchyroll. Related: The Irregular at Magic High School Season 3 Anime Releases Creditless Opening Theme Video Based on the manga byMatoba,Studio Apartment, Good Lighting,AngelIncluded is directed byKenta Onishi(The Hidden Dungeon Only I Can Enter) at studio Okuruto Noboru, with series composition byShogo Yasukawa(My Clueless First Friend), character designs byYuya Uetakeand music byShunsuke Takizawa.Crunchyroll is simulcasting the series and describes the story: After a long day, high schooler Shintaro Tokumitsu’s plans for relaxing in his studio apartment take...

Fans of the super popular South Korean RPG series Blue Archive will know that the series is receiving an anime adaptation, Blue Archive The Animation, which is handled by studiosYostar PicturesandCandybox,with a premiere set for April 7, 2024, onTxnand other networks in Japan. And while we still don’t know who will pick the series up for streaming, we have received some additional information about the series, including a new character trailer, ahead of the premiere.

Based on a popular video game series, Blue Archive is yet another anime adaptation of a South Korean work, and the original series has officially been described as follows:

You have been appointed as an advisor to the Federal Investigation Club, Schale, located in Kivotos. It’s a huge academy city where numerous academies are clustered together.

Resolve the endless incidents that occur in Kivotos with charming allies full of personality,...

The official website for the upcoming TV anime adaptation of Matoba's romantic comedy manga Studio Apartment, Good Lighting,AngelIncluded announced today that it is set to premiere in Japan on April 6, 2024. The TV anime project was revealed back in October 2023. The official site andTwitterhave also released the first episode "Towa and Shintaro" 's synopsis and screenshots below: Shintaro Tokumitsu, 16, started living alone upon entering high school. One morning, he peeked over the balcony to find a beautiful girl asleep. He thought she was a runaway, but it seems she is an angel from the heavenly realm!Shintarotries to avoid getting too deep into it, but she is a nice girl and she asked to live with him at home... The original manga series bymatobahas been serialized inSquare Enix’s Monthly Shonen Gangan, and so far six tankobon volumes have been released in Japan.

The first collaboration event between voice actorYui Ogura(Hime Shiraki inYuri Is My Job!) and Hello Kitty will take place at Sanrio Puroland in Tokyo on Saturday, May 25 in 2024. The title of the special one-day event is "Yui-chan・Hello Kitty ~KiraKira Ribbon♡Dai Sakusen ( Shiny Ribbon Big Operation )." The event will be held three times at 12:00, 14:30, and 16:30, and will feature the first-ever joint appearance by the two, as well asOgura's mini talk show and live performance. The 9,000-yen (60 Usd) participation ticket also includes a day passport to enjoy Sanrio Puroland for one day, and the ticket's fastest advance sales for her fan club members is being held from February 19 to 25. Related: Voice Actor Yui Ogura to Release Solo Travel-Themed New Photo Book in February 2024 Source: Yui Ogura official website © 2024 Sanrio Co., Ltd. Tokyo, Japan © Yui’s＊company...

The official website for the upcoming original TV anime Astro Note released a new trailer featuring its theme song, "Hohoemi no Oto" ( The Sound of A Smile ), by voice actor/singerAi Furihata.She is best known as Ruby Kurosawa inLove Live! Sunshine!!,and as well as her solo singer career beginning in September 2020. In addition to the previously announced cast ofSoma Saito(Yoshikazu Miyano in Sasaki and Miyano ) as Takumi Miyasaki andMaaya Uchida(Catarina Claes inMy Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!) as Mira Gotokuji, seven more voice cast members, including the theme song singer Ai Furihata, were announced: Ren Wakabayashi voiced byRie Kugimiya(Alphonse Elric inFullmetal Alchemist) Tomihiro Wakabayashi voiced byTomokazu Sugita(Gintoki Sakata inGintama) Shokichi Yamashita voiced byShinichiro Miki(Stardust in Shy ) Teruko Matsubara voiced by Ai Furihata (Ruby Kurosawa in Love Live! Sunshine!

The official website for the forthcoming TV anime adaptation of Matoba's romantic comedy manga Studio Apartment, Good Lighting,AngelIncluded has released a second trailer introducing its opening theme song "Kimiiro no Kiseki" ( The Miracle of Your Color ) sung byYui Ogura,as well as a second key visual featuring its five main female characters. 2nd key visual The CD single of "Kimiiro no KisekI" will be available in Japan on April 24, 2024. Yui Ogura has released her new artist photo for the single. Related: Studio Apartment, Good Lighting, Angel Included Anime Announces Premiere Date, More Voice Cast Members The TV anime is set to premiere in Japan in April 2024.Kenta Onishi(The Hidden Dungeon Only I Can Enter) serves as director atOkuruto Noboru,along with series composition writerShogo Yasukawa,character designerYuya Uetakeand soundtrack composerShunsuke Takizawa.The original manga series by matoba has been serialized in...

BlueArchiveThe Animation, an upcoming TV anime based on the smart phone game byNexon Games,has published a character preview video focusing on Shiroko Sunaookami (voiced byYui Ogura), a student at Abydos High School and the leader of the Abydos task force team. Blue Archive The Animation will broadcast in Japan beginning in April 2024. Daigo Yamakishi directs Blue Archive The Animation at animation studiosYostar Picturesx studioCandybox.Shunji Makiserves as assistant director, whileHiroshi Onogiand Daigo Yamakishi provide the series composition andHiromitsu Hagiwaraserves as character designer and chief animation director. Blue Archive The Animation key visual Related: BlueArchiveThe Animation Premieres in April 2024 The setting of the Blue Archive smart phone game is described as follows: The city's academies are divided into their own districts and are considered mostly independent. The General Student Council acts as governing board to manage the academies as a whole.

Since Metallic Rouge was announced at Fuji TV Anime Lineup Presentation 2023, it was clear that the new anime series from the prestigiousBonesstudio would be an emotive way to commemorate the first 25 years of the company made by ex-key members of Sunrise Studio (nowBandai Namco Filmworks). Most anime enthusiasts know Bones for series likeMy Hero Academia,Fullmetal Alchemist(both adaptations),Bungo Stray Dogs,Mob Psycho 100and movies likeEscaflowne,Cowboy BebopandJosee,the Tiger and the Fish. But true fans of the studio’s vast filmography know that their original works had an important impact on the anime industry since their beginning. So, why is Metallic Rouge so perfect to celebrate Bones’ first 25 years? Impressive Original Stories As a futuristic mystery thriller, the strongest element of the story is howToshizo Nemoto(Log Horizon) andYutaka Izubuchi(Space Battleship Yamato 2199) tell the story of...

Studio Bonesis celebrating its 25th anniversary in style with original TV animeMetallic Rouge,and the series goes live today as part of Crunchyroll's Winter 2024 lineup! To get everyone primed for the action to come, we have a slew of information ranging from the characters and their respective voice actors to key staff, trailers, visuals and more. Watch Metallic Rouge onCrunchyroll!In This Guide MetallicRougeRelease Date: When Does the Metallic Rouge Anime Come Out? Metallic Rouge Characters and Voice Cast Metallic Rouge Anime Staff Metallic Rouge Anime Official Trailers Metallic Rouge Anime Art & Key Visuals Metallic Rouge Anime Synopsis Metallic Rouge Additional Information Metallic Rouge Release Date: When Does the Metallic Rouge Anime Come Out? Metallic Rouge officially comes to Crunchyroll starting January 10, 2024 at 10:25am Pt. Where can I watch? Crunchyroll Territories: North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East and...