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The dark fantasy anime Himekishi-sama no Himo has revealed an initial preview and details regarding its television debut, aiming for a launch at the beginning of 2027 following the earlier premiere of Sentenced to Be a Hero.
The narrative centers on an unconventional protagonist named Matthew, known for a poor reputation alongside remarkable capabilities. His path connects with Alwis, a princess leading the Aegis group to locate the Star Life Crystal and reclaim her kingdom after monsters destroyed it, with Matthew becoming her defender.
Voice actor Junichi Suwabe stars as Matthew, and Mikako Komatsu voices Alwin. The production team features director Chihiro Kumano, series composition writer Deco Akao, character designer Hisao Ishii, animation studio BLADE, and composer Taku Iwasaki.
Originating from light novels by Toru Shirogane and Masimasi that won the top prize at the Dengeki Bunko Newcomer Award, the source material exceeds two hundred thousand copies and features two manga adaptations ahead of its upcoming television broadcast in January 2027.
