The upcoming anime adaptation of “The Stunned Hero and the Assassin Princesses” is generating buzz with the release of its first heroine promotional video, spotlighting the character Ciel. This video not only showcases Ciel but also unveils a preview of the anime’s ending theme song, “Suki Magazine”.
Anime Adaptation Details
“The Stunned Hero and the Assassin Princesses” anime is slated to premiere in July 2025. The anime is based on the manga series written by Norishiro-chan and illustrated by Yukiji Setsuda. The manga began serialization in Akita Shoten’s Weekly Shonen Champion magazine in October 2022.
Production Staff
The anime is being directed by Noriaki Akitaya at studio CONNECT. The series composition is handled by Michiko Yokote, with character designs by Takao Sano and music composed by Shun Narita.
Cast
The main voice cast includes:
- Shunsuke Takeuchi as Toto
- Iori Saeki as Ciel
- Hitomi Ueda as Anemone
- Haruka Shiraishi as Goa
Heroine Video and Ending Theme
The official website for the anime released the first heroine promotional video and visual for Ciel on Saturday. The video features a preview of the ending theme song “Suki Magazine,” performed by the voice cast members for Ciel, Anemone, and Gore.
Story Overview
“The Stunned Hero and the Assassin Princesses” follows Toto, a hero with exceptional skills but plagued by extreme shyness, which prevents him from forming a party and keeps him stuck in the beginner town. His life takes an unexpected turn when three beautiful women – Ciel, Anemone, and Goa – invite him to join their party. Eager to embark on his long-awaited adventure, Toto is unaware that his companions harbor desires to kill him. This sets the stage for a harem DEATH romantic comedy.
Staff Commentary
Noriaki Akitaya (Reborn as a Vending Machine) serves as director. Michiko Yokote (Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill) is in charge of series composition. Takao Sano (Restaurant to Another World) is the character designer. Shun Narita (The Unwanted Undead Adventurer) is the music composer.
Where to Watch
The Stunned Hero and the Assassin Princesses anime is scheduled to begin broadcasting in Japan in July 2025.
