Announcing the Production of Blade & Bastard Anime

On Sunday, October 20, 2024, DRE Novels made an exciting announcement with a promotional video and visual, confirming the production of the Blade & Bastard anime adaptation. This news was also shared on the series’ official X (formerly Twitter) account. However, specifics regarding the release date, voice cast, or staff for the anime remain under wraps.

The dark fantasy light novel debuted globally on December 9, 2024, with both Japanese and English editions becoming available. DRE Novels handles the publication of the series in Japanese, while J-Novel Club offers the English translations.

Announcement PV and Visual Confirm the Production of the Blade & Bastard Anime

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The official DRE Novels website revealed on Sunday, October 20, 2024, that production for the Blade & Bastard anime, which is based on Kumo Kagyu’s dark fantasy light novel and illustrated by So-bin, has officially begun. The company has released a promotional video on its YouTube channel as part of the announcement.

Both the teaser visual, crafted by the original artist So-bin, and the promotional video showcasing vibrant portraits of the series’ main characters—Iarumas, Garbage, and Ainikki—were shared via the official X account of the light novel series. The artwork highlights the protagonists Iarumas and Garbage, exciting fans about their adventures.

Both Kumo Kagyu, the author, and So-bin, the illustrator, have expressed their enthusiasm regarding this new anime project. Kagyu has conveyed his joy at the vision of a Wizardry anime and encouraged fans to anticipate the dynamic world of Wizardry.

Similarly, So-bin remarked on the charm and liveliness of the characters. He expressed hope that the anime adaptation will captivate audiences with its intriguing storytelling.

In addition to comments from Kagyu and So-bin, staff members including Makoto Kaedetsuki, who oversees the light novel’s manga adaptation, have also shared celebratory visuals and remarks. One featured visual shows Garbage opening a treasure chest, with Iarumas, Belkanan, and Laraja looking on from behind. Kaedetsuki is also looking forward to the anime adaptation.

Overview of the Blade & Bastard Anime

Iarumas and Garbage (Image via Dre Novels)

This anime is based on a labyrinthine adventure within the world of the Wizardry RPG. The story centers around Iarumas, an adventurer plagued by amnesia.

His journey involves exploring treacherous dungeons, tasked with retrieving the remains of fallen adventurers for a temple that has the power to resurrect them. During one of his quests, he encounters a girl named Garbage, the sole survivor of her adventuring party. The anime will delve into the thrilling escapades of Iarumas and Garbage as they navigate the perilous dungeons together.