On Friday, October 4, 2024, the official website for Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League anime unveiled character visuals of Joker and Harley Quinn. The site also provided a brief overview of the characters and disclosed the Japanese voice actors portraying them.
Warner Bros. previously released the Batman Ninja film, an anime movie utilizing full CGI technology. Although it didn’t achieve widespread popularity, it cultivated a dedicated fanbase attributed to its animation quality and engaging storytelling. The original film debuted in 2018.
Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League: Character Visuals and Main Cast
Character Visuals
The newly released character visuals for Joker and Harley Quinn are quite striking on the film’s official website. Fans of the original movie will notice significant differences in the outfits for the sequel. Unlike the first film set in feudal Japan, the trailer for the new movie hints at a different setting altogether.
In the visuals, Joker is depicted in a purple trench coat adorned with the phrases “Moody Clown” and “Laughing Aristocrat.” He dons a hat attached to his coat with a string, complemented by a stylish Pompadour hairstyle reminiscent of Japan’s notorious gangsters.
Harley Quinn’s character design in Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League features her wearing a long skirt that resembles an extension of a school uniform. She is shown squatting next to Joker while gripping a baseball bat studded with metal nails. Her mask showcases a minimalist design, contributing to her overall striking appearance alongside Joker.
Main Cast
The announcement confirmed that Wataru Takagi and Rie Kugimiya are reprising their roles as Joker and Harley Quinn, respectively, for Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League. The primary cast includes:
- Kōichi Yamadera as Bruce Wayne/Batman
- Akira Ishida as Red Hood
- Daisuke Ono as Nightwing
- Hōchū Ohtsuka as Alfred
- Kengo Kawanishi as Red Robin
- Masaki Terasoma as Gordon
- Yuuki Kaji as Robin
This main cast consists of well-known voice actors who have contributed to popular series such as Attack on Titan, My Hero Academia, and Jujutsu Kaisen, among others. The animanga community is buzzing with anticipation for this movie’s release. Despite its full CGI approach, the original Batman Ninja film garnered a dedicated following. Further details regarding Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League will be revealed as the year progresses.
Stay connected for more updates on anime and manga as we continue through 2024.
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