Masterpiece battle high fantasy 'Witch and Mercenary' with over 1.5 million copies sold decided for nationwide broadcast on NTV network from 2027!
The TV anime adaptation of Micro Magazine's GC Novel 'Witch and Mercenary' has been confirmed to air on NTV in 2027. Teaser visuals, a PV, and the main cast (Taito Ban, Saori Hayami) were also revealed, alongside the launch of original voice dramas on YouTube.
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Micro Magazine (Chuo-ku, Tokyo) announces that the TV anime adaptation of the GC Novel 'Witch and Mercenary' published by the company will begin nationwide broadcasting on the NTV network in 2027.
In addition, all teaser visuals, the teaser PV, main character settings, and staff & cast information have been revealed at once. Ahead of the anime broadcast, an original voice drama supervised by the original author was released today on the official website and YouTube. Furthermore, the distribution of an original short story supervised by the author on the official website has also been confirmed.
©Chouhokitekikaeru・Kanseibenchi / Micro Magazine / Witch and Mercenary Production Committee
Teaser Visual & Teaser PV Revealed!
An authentic battle & high fantasy work by a 'solitary witch' x 'aloof mercenary'!
Nationwide broadcast confirmed on the NTV network from 2027!
*Broadcasts are subject to change without notice.
Teaser PV URL: https://youtu.be/Ma6twUC12To
Teaser PV Scene Photos
Character Settings & Cast Information Revealed!
Jig=Crane (CV: Taito Ban)
A highly skilled mercenary with extremely high combat power and a tough body. He is a rare wielder of the twin-blade sword and possesses no magical power at all. If it's a request, he won't hesitate to kill, but it is not in his nature to like unnecessary killing. He joins the witch subjugation party and meets Searsha.
Searsha (CV: Saori Hayami)
An anomalous existence who was called the 'Silent Witch' and feared. She has striking looks and is good at earth magic. Because her senses differ from those of humans, she is ignorant of the ways of the world, but she has a natural scholarly disposition and loves to acquire knowledge. She meets Jig and requests him to be her bodyguard.
[Cast Comments]
◆ Jig=Crane Cast: Taito Ban
I am Taito Ban, and I will be playing the role of 'Jig=Crane.' Jig has learned how to survive rationally while wandering the world as a mercenary, and Searsha has lived hidden and alone despite living for a long time due to persecution. The story of these two begins with a fierce 'fight to the death.' Please look forward to 'Witch and Mercenary,' a dark, profound, quiet, and somewhat ephemeral story woven by two outcasts who are by no means heroes.
◆ Searsha Cast: Saori Hayami
I will be in charge of the voice of Searsha. When I first touched the original work, I was drawn to the profoundness, delicacy, and softly relaxed content. During recording, we are spending a very dense time carefully and precisely layering the expressions of each character. I would like to focus on each one and enjoy the process. I hope you will pay attention to how the relationship between Jig and Searsha changes. Please fully enjoy the world of 'Witch and Mercenary' depicted in animation.
Voice Drama Vol.1 Released! Short story distribution also decided!
On the SPECIAL page of the official website and YouTube (Bandai Namco Filmworks Channel), original voice dramas supervised by the author will be released regularly starting today! Please enjoy the conversational drama woven by Jig and Searsha ahead of the anime!
Also, original short stories supervised by the author will be distributed on the SPECIAL page of the official website! This will also be delivered regularly, so please look forward to its release!
Vol.1 'Expectations and Anxiety'
Featured Characters: Jig=Crane (CV: Taito Ban), Searsha (CV: Saori Hayami)
URL: https://youtu.be/K8Y_vY0aR6M
'Witch and Mercenary' Work Information
[Introduction]
Originating from a web novel posting site, a super-talked-about work with a cumulative total of over 1.5 million copies in the series, the long-awaited anime adaptation!
A 'solitary witch' and an 'aloof mercenary' who were in a mutually hostile relationship. The two who met in a fierce battle take a step into an unknown land together, seeking a place to live.
In addition, all teaser visuals, the teaser PV, main character settings, and staff & cast information have been revealed at once. Ahead of the anime broadcast, an original voice drama supervised by the original author was released today on the official website and YouTube. Furthermore, the distribution of an original short story supervised by the author on the official website has also been confirmed.
©Chouhokitekikaeru・Kanseibenchi / Micro Magazine / Witch and Mercenary Production Committee
Teaser Visual & Teaser PV Revealed!
An authentic battle & high fantasy work by a 'solitary witch' x 'aloof mercenary'!
Nationwide broadcast confirmed on the NTV network from 2027!
*Broadcasts are subject to change without notice.
Teaser PV URL: https://youtu.be/Ma6twUC12To
Teaser PV Scene Photos
Character Settings & Cast Information Revealed!
Jig=Crane (CV: Taito Ban)
A highly skilled mercenary with extremely high combat power and a tough body. He is a rare wielder of the twin-blade sword and possesses no magical power at all. If it's a request, he won't hesitate to kill, but it is not in his nature to like unnecessary killing. He joins the witch subjugation party and meets Searsha.
Searsha (CV: Saori Hayami)
An anomalous existence who was called the 'Silent Witch' and feared. She has striking looks and is good at earth magic. Because her senses differ from those of humans, she is ignorant of the ways of the world, but she has a natural scholarly disposition and loves to acquire knowledge. She meets Jig and requests him to be her bodyguard.
[Cast Comments]
◆ Jig=Crane Cast: Taito Ban
I am Taito Ban, and I will be playing the role of 'Jig=Crane.' Jig has learned how to survive rationally while wandering the world as a mercenary, and Searsha has lived hidden and alone despite living for a long time due to persecution. The story of these two begins with a fierce 'fight to the death.' Please look forward to 'Witch and Mercenary,' a dark, profound, quiet, and somewhat ephemeral story woven by two outcasts who are by no means heroes.
◆ Searsha Cast: Saori Hayami
I will be in charge of the voice of Searsha. When I first touched the original work, I was drawn to the profoundness, delicacy, and softly relaxed content. During recording, we are spending a very dense time carefully and precisely layering the expressions of each character. I would like to focus on each one and enjoy the process. I hope you will pay attention to how the relationship between Jig and Searsha changes. Please fully enjoy the world of 'Witch and Mercenary' depicted in animation.
Voice Drama Vol.1 Released! Short story distribution also decided!
On the SPECIAL page of the official website and YouTube (Bandai Namco Filmworks Channel), original voice dramas supervised by the author will be released regularly starting today! Please enjoy the conversational drama woven by Jig and Searsha ahead of the anime!
Also, original short stories supervised by the author will be distributed on the SPECIAL page of the official website! This will also be delivered regularly, so please look forward to its release!
Vol.1 'Expectations and Anxiety'
Featured Characters: Jig=Crane (CV: Taito Ban), Searsha (CV: Saori Hayami)
URL: https://youtu.be/K8Y_vY0aR6M
'Witch and Mercenary' Work Information
[Introduction]
Originating from a web novel posting site, a super-talked-about work with a cumulative total of over 1.5 million copies in the series, the long-awaited anime adaptation!
A 'solitary witch' and an 'aloof mercenary' who were in a mutually hostile relationship. The two who met in a fierce battle take a step into an unknown land together, seeking a place to live.