The popular light novel series “The Frontier Lord Begins with Zero Subjects” (Ryoumin 0-nin Start no Henkyou Ryoushu-sama) by Fuurou is officially being adapted into a TV anime. The announcement confirms a television series for the “territory development slow-life fantasy,” which has sold over 2 million copies in total.
Key Production Details Revealed
The upcoming anime adaptation will be directed by Kenichi Imaizumi. Animation studio 42 has been tapped to produce the series. Kunihiko Okada is handling the series composition, and Keiichi Tsuboyama is responsible for character design.
Cast Members Announced
Two key voice actors have been revealed for the main characters: Kenichirou Matsuda will voice the protagonist, Diaz, and Shion Wakayama will take on the role of the heroine, Alnar. Both voice actors have expressed their excitement for the project. Matsuda commented on the novel’s “idyllic, very warm piece” and looks forward to portraying Diaz’s journey and interactions with various races. Wakayama shared her enthusiasm for bringing the “adorable Arna” to life.
What to Expect from the Story
“The Frontier Lord Begins with Zero Subjects” centers on Diaz, a legendary hero who, after decades of war, is rewarded with his own domain. The catch is that his new territory is a remote, empty plain with a population of zero. The narrative follows Diaz as he navigates the challenges of building a prosperous dominion from scratch, a task he is unfamiliar with, having only known battle. His fortunes begin to change with a fateful encounter with Alnar, a blue-horned demon girl, and her magical tribe. Together, they embark on a heartwarming journey of building a new world, facing dangers, political intrigue, and forging new alliances. The series is described as a fantasy that emphasizes hope, magic, and creation with loyal friends and unwavering resolve.
Visuals and Further Information
An impressive teaser visual featuring Alnar standing in the remote grassland of Netzrose has been released, alongside a promotional video announcing the anime adaptation. The original light novel series, written by Fuurou and illustrated by Kinta, began serialization as a web novel in January 2018 and was later published by Earth Star Entertainment. A manga adaptation, illustrated by Yumbo, also began serialization in December 2018. The light novels and manga are licensed in English by J-Novel Club. While a specific release date has not yet been announced, the confirmation of staff and cast indicates production is underway.
