The “light anime” adaptation of Akira Iwafune’s popular novel series, Potion, Waga Mi o Tasukeru (Potions Will Save Me), has officially revealed its main cast. Kaede Hondo is set to voice the protagonist Kaede, while Takeo Ōtsuka will take on the role of the dragon hunter Asuru. The series is slated to begin airing on television in October 2025.
Leading the Cast: Kaede Hondo and Takeo Ōtsuka
In a significant announcement from Animation ID’s official X/Twitter account, the core voice cast for the highly anticipated Potion, Waga Mi o Tasukeru anime has been confirmed. Kaede Hondo, known for her diverse roles, will bring to life the series’ main character, Kaede. Joining her is Takeo Ōtsuka, cast as Asuru, a formidable dragon hunter within the fantastical world.
About ‘Potion, Waga Mi o Tasukeru’
Potion, Waga Mi o Tasukeru originates from a series of isekai light novels written by Akira Iwafune and illustrated by Sunaho Tobe. The narrative follows Kaede, an ordinary high school girl who unexpectedly finds herself transported to a mysterious fantasy world teeming with beastmen, elves, and dragons. Her only means of survival and her hope of returning to Japan hinge on a newfound ability to create potions simply by chanting “creation” from a mysterious book she discovers in her backpack.
The original web novel was serialized on the Shōsetsuka ni Narō website from April 2014 to September 2024, with print editions beginning in April 2015 and spanning ten volumes to date. A manga adaptation, also illustrated by Sunaho Tobe, launched in September 2023.
The “Light Anime” Format
The adaptation is designated as a “light anime,” a format characterized by a simpler animation style aimed at reducing production time and costs. This approach allows for more streamlined production while still delivering engaging content. Animation ID has previously utilized this format for other series, including Moriarty’s Perfect Crime, Maarui Kanojo to Zannen na Kareshi, and Lockdown Zone: Level X.
Production Team and Premiere Details
The anime series is being produced by IMAGICA Infos and Imageworks Studio, with animation assistance from Studio KAIBA. Mikiko Furukawa, known for directing Moriarty’s Perfect Crime, is helming the project. Yuichi Imaizumi serves as the sound director, and bermei.inazawa is composing the music. Kazuya Takahashi is credited for production supervision. The anime is officially scheduled to premiere in October 2025.
