Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End

"Frieren of the Funeral Procession," a manga serialized in "Weekly Shonen Sunday" (Shogakukan) by Yamada Shumito (author) and Abe Tsukasa (artist), is set in a world after the Demon Lord has been defeated by a hero and his party. It follows the journey of Frieren, a sorceress who has lived for over a thousand years and helped defeat the Demon Lord, along with the new people she meets. The story unfolds in an innovative timeline after the defeat of the Demon Lord, featuring heart-piercing drama and dialogue, battles with magic and swords, and humor that will make you laugh. The characters weave a story that has captured many readers. The manga has already surpassed 20 million copies with 12 volumes published and won the Grand Prize at the "Manga Taisho 2021" and the New Creator Prize at the "25th Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize," creating a sensation among manga fans. Now, "Frieren of the Funeral Procession" is finally getting the much-anticipated TV anime adaptation! The main production staff includes director Keiichiro Saito, known for the hit "Bocchi the Rock!". The series composition is by Tomohiro Suzuki ("ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept."), character design by Reiko Nagasawa ("takt op.Destiny"), and music by Evan Call ("Violet Evergarden"). The animation production is handled by Madhouse, known for a wide range of works from battle action to lyrical drama such as "One Punch Man" and "Sonny Boy." The voice actor for the leading role of Frieren is Atsumi Tanezaki, known for her role as Anya in "SPY×FAMILY" and her versatile acting skills. It's exciting to see what kind of magic the anime adaptation of "Frieren of the Funeral Procession" will show us. The broadcast begins in the fall of 2023.