Fans of the hit anime series Mashle: Magic and Muscles can rejoice as a third season has been officially confirmed, with its broadcast slated for 2027. The exciting announcement was made during the Jump Festa 2026 stage event held on December 20, where a special teaser video, a new teaser visual, and updated character design settings were simultaneously unveiled, generating significant buzz among the anime community.
“The Divine Visionary Selection Exam Arc” to Take Center Stage
The highly anticipated third season is officially titled “The Divine Visionary Selection Exam Arc.” This new arc will see protagonist Mash Burnedead, a magic-less boy in a world governed by magic, facing his ultimate final trial in his relentless pursuit of becoming a Divine Visionary. The narrative promises an intense and suspense-filled journey as Mash confronts powerful new enemies and navigates the elite students from prestigious magic academies gathered for this pivotal exam. Hints of assassins working behind the scenes suggest even higher stakes for Mash and his companions.
Unveiling New Visuals and Character Designs
During the Jump Festa 2026 event, attendees were treated to an exclusive first look at the Season 3 teaser video. This teaser, alongside a newly released visual, showcased a dramatic atmosphere, strongly reflecting the distinctive world of Mashle and building anticipation for the upcoming challenges. Character designs for Season 3 are handled by Chiaki Kozumi, who previously worked as a sub-character designer on Solo Leveling. Voice cast members, including Chiaki Kobayashi (Mash), Reiji Kawashima (Finn), and Kaito Ishikawa (Lance), also appeared on stage, where new character design visuals for their respective roles were revealed.
A Recap of Mashle’s Journey So Far
Mashle: Magic and Muscles, based on the manga series by Hajime Kōmoto, has garnered widespread popularity for its unique blend of supernatural battles, absurd humor, and a protagonist who defies magic with sheer physical strength. The story centers on Mash Burnedead, a boy born without magical ability in a world where magic dictates social status and power. To live a peaceful life with his adoptive father, Mash enrolls in Easton Magic Academy, aiming to become a Divine Visionary by relying solely on his superhuman strength.
Previous Seasons’ Success
The anime adaptation, produced by A-1 Pictures, first premiered in April 2023, with its inaugural season running until July 2023. The second season, titled “The Divine Visionary Candidate Exam Arc,” aired from January to March 2024, receiving high acclaim both in Japan and internationally, ranking first on multiple streaming platforms. The series has been praised for its comedic elements intertwined with exhilarating action sequences, establishing it as a major multimedia hit with over 12 million copies in total circulation across various formats, including novels, stage adaptations, and games.
What to Expect from the New Season
With “The Divine Visionary Selection Exam Arc” confirmed for 2027, fans can anticipate Mash and his friends pushing through the most rigorous trials yet. The upcoming season is expected to adapt the remaining arcs of the manga, bringing Mash’s story closer to its conclusion, as the manga itself concluded in July 2023. Viewers can look forward to the series’ trademark blend of humor and adrenaline-pumping moments as Mash continues to defy expectations with his physical prowess, alongside the return of the full cast and the introduction of new characters, including more of Mash’s siblings, such as the powerful antagonist Domina. The production team’s reported focus on quality over speed suggests that despite the wait, the third season aims to meet and exceed the high expectations set by its predecessors.
