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After a year of growth, creativity, and connection, Anime Social is proud to unveil our heart and soul: Yukine, our official community mascot! With her snowy white hair, sky-blue eyes, and gentle shrine maiden spirit, Yukine embodies everything Anime Social stands for—emotional resonance, transformation, and the magic of feeling truly seen. Whether she’s welcoming new members, reacting to your posts with a tail-flick of approval, or quietly watching over our threads, Yukine is here to remind us that every arc matters and every member belongs. To celebrate her arrival, we’re launching a Member Drive to help grow our community and share the love 🎉 Yukine’s Blessing: Member Drive Challenge Help us spread the word, invite new members, and energize the forums! The member who contributes the most to our growth—whether through outreach, engagement, or creative support—will receive: 🏅 A custom title blessed by Yukine herself 👑 Promotion to the highest member group in Anime Social 🌟 A permanent place in our community lore as one of Yukine’s chosen Let’s make this season unforgettable. Whether you’re a longtime member or just stepping into our world, Yukine is here to guide us forward—with paws, pride, and plenty of heart. 🕊️ Let the threads bloom. Let the stories unfold. Let Anime Social thrive.

The beloved anime Assassination Classroom is making a comeback with new content to celebrate its 10th anniversary. A movie titled “Minna no Jikan” is set to premiere in Japan on March 20, 2026, featuring stories that were not included in the original series. Studio Lerche is returning for the film, with Masaki Kitamura stepping in as director, replacing Seiji Kishi. Assassination Classroom screenwriter Makoto Uezu and character designer Aya Higame (Toilet-bound Hanako Kun) round out the confirmed initial staff list. Crunchyroll streams the Assassination Classroom TV series and describes it as follows: Forget about homework and pop quizzes. The students of Class 3E have a much bigger task—eliminate their teacher before the year ends! A tentacled sensei moving at Mach 20 plans to take over the classroom after destroying seventy percent of the moon. Besides teaching reading, writing, and arithmetic, this deadly instructor shares his expertise in assassination. If a student masters the art of killing, they can save Earth from extinction and earn a hefty reward.

Weekly Shonen Jump has published the debut chapter of Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo (stylized as Jujutsu Kaisen≡), a new limited manga series created by Gege Akutami, the original author of Jujutsu Kaisen, and Yuji Iwasaki, the artist behind Cipher Academy. Previously announced, the series is now officially confirmed as a spinoff of Jujutsu Kaisen. Check out the PV below. In a separate project, the horror author Yumeaki Hirayama was announced to be writing a Jujutsu Kaisen spinoff novel at a future date. These announcements add to the series of Jujutsu Kaisen-related updates, including the Season 3 trailer and its January 2026 release window. GKIDS will bring the first two episodes of Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 to the U.S. on December 5. Watch the trailer below:

BanG Dream!'s Mugendai Mewtype (Yumemita) band has dropped a music video for their song "Tuning." The band is also set to star in a TV anime titled BanG Dream! Yume∞Mita, scheduled for release in 2026. They plan to launch a Blu-ray compilation of their 1st to 3rd live performances and a 15-song album featuring four new tracks, with the limited edition including Blu-ray footage from their 4th live. Mugendai Mewtype (Yumemita) is a virtual all-girl band from the BanG Dream! franchise. They debuted in November 2023 with their digital single “Mugen My World.” The members consist of five female Vtubers: Arale Nakamichi (vocals) Nonoka Miyanaga(lead guitar) Ritsu Minetsuki (rhythm guitar) Miyako Fuji (keyboard) Yuno Sengoku (DJ) BanG Dream! is a multimedia music franchise created by Bushiroad president Takaaki Kidani. Launched in January 2015 as a manga, it has since expanded into multiple media formats, including additional manga series, TV anime, live concerts, albums, singles, VTuber projects, and the popular mobile rhythm game BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!

A Misanthrope Teaches a Class for Demi-Humans light novel is getting an anime adaptation set to release in January 2026. A teaser visual and trailer were also revealed along with the main cast and staff, and an ending theme song. A Misanthrope Teaches a Class for Demi-Humans – Teaser Visual Studio asread is animating the series with Akira Iwanaga as director. Katsuhiko Takayama is in charge of series composition, with Maiko Okada doing the character designs, and Makoto Miyazaki is composing the music. The main cast includes: Toshiki Masuda as Rei Hitoma Sora Amamiya as Kyoka Minazuki Saori Onishi as Isaki Ohgami Maria Naganawa as Sui Usami Rui Tanabe as Tobari Haneda The anime’s ending theme song, “Ningen COME TRUE,” will also be performed by the female voice actors in their roles. The light novel is written by Natsume Kurusu and illustrated by Sai Izumi. It began its publication under Media Factory’s MF Bunko J light novel imprint in February 2022, and there are currently four volumes in circulation. The series is licensed in English by Yen Press, and they describe the story as follows: THESE GIRLS AREN’T HUMAN, BUT THEY ADMIRE HUMANS MORE THAN ANYONE. A year has already passed since I, the self-professed misanthrope Rei Hitoma, started teaching at Shiranui Private High School, where demihuman girls learn how to be regular human beings. One of my students has graduated, and now there are three new additions to my class: a dragon, a mouse, and a black cat. Somehow, these pupils are much more troublesome than the previous bunch…What will this coming school year bring? Can someone like me—someone who hates people—truly help these demi-humans realize their wish to become real humans?

The Witch Hat Atelier anime has announced a delay in its broadcast, originally planned for 2025, now rescheduled for 2026. On X (formerly Twitter), the series' staff shared the following update: ＜Notice of Broadcast Schedule Change＞ The TV anime “Witch Hat Atelier” will now air in 2026 to ensure the highest possible quality and fully capture its charm. We sincerely apologize to everyone eagerly awaiting the broadcast. Our team is working with dedication and care on the production. Updates will be shared through official channels as they are finalized. We appreciate your patience and understanding. The anime, based on Kamome Shirahama's manga, is directed by Ayumu Watanabe at BUG FILMS, with character designs by Kairi Unabara and music by Yuka Kitamura. The adaptation was first announced in 2022. Kodansha USA has been publishing the English serialization of the manga since 2019, and they describe the story like this: In a world where magic spells and dragons are everyday wonders, Coco is a girl with a simple dream—she wants to be a witch. But everyone believes magicians are born, not made, and Coco wasn’t born with the gift of magic. Ready to give up on her dream, Coco’s life changes when she meets Qifrey, a mysterious traveling magician. After secretly watching Qifrey perform magic in a way she’s never seen before, Coco discovers that what everyone believes might not be true and realizes her magical dream might be closer than she thought. We also had the opportunity to speak with Kamone Shirahama, Ayumu Watanabe, and Hiroaki Kojima about their inspirations for Witch Hat Atelier and how the trio envisioned different aspects of the anime series.

The opening theme for The Apothecary Diaries Season 2, “Hyakka Ryouran” by Lilas Ikuta, was released in English as “In Bloom” on September 5. The 2-minute, 59-second track is available on popular streaming platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube. Check out “In Bloom” by Lilas Ikuta on these services. Lilas Ikuta is credited as the main artist and composer, recording the song at Metropolis Studios in London, UK. Shuya Yamamoto served as producer, KOHD arranged the track, and Konnie Aoki handled the translation. The original Japanese version has garnered over 17 million views on YouTube across official releases, while the Spotify version boasts nearly 40 million listens. The Apothecary Diaries anime will return with a sequel to Season 2, though the release date remains unconfirmed. Updates on the sequel may be shared at The Apothecary Diaries Special Event ~Summer Garden Party 2026~, featuring voice actors Aoi Yuki (Maomao) and Takeo Otsuka (Jinshi). In the meantime, you can explore Anime Corner’s interview with Yuki and Asami Seto (Shisui) or check out the Reasons Why I Love “Hitorigoto” by Omoinotake (The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 Ending Song), written by guest author Luke So. Crunchyroll first streamed both seasons of The Apothecary Diaries, describing the anime series: Maomao lived a peaceful life with her apothecary father. Until one day, she’s sold as a lowly servant to the emperor’s palace. But she wasn’t meant for a compliant life among royalty. So when imperial heirs fall ill, she decides to step in and find a cure! This catches the eye of Jinshi, a handsome palace official who promotes her. Now, she’s making a name for herself solving medical mysteries!

The anime "My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero's" unveiled a new main trailer on Thursday, featuring the ending theme song “Like Gravity” by BONNIE PINK and confirming its October 6 premiere date. Studio SUNRISE is handling the animation. Nobuyoshi Habara is directing the series, with Kunihiko Okada writing the series composition. Hirona Okada serves as the character designer, while Satoshi Igarashi is composing the music. The opening theme, “Issen” (Flash) by VESPERBELL, can be heard in an earlier main trailer. The voice cast includes: Takeo Otsuka as Akira Oda Saku Mizuno as Amelia Rosequart Sanae Kobayashi as Yoru Konomi Tamura as Lia Lagoon Junichi Suwabe as Saran Mislei The anime is adapted from the light novel series of the same name, written by Matsuri Akai and illustrated by Tozai. Originally released as a web novel in January 2017, the series was later acquired by Overlap and published under its Overlap Bunko imprint in November 2017. Seven Seas Entertainment licensed both the light novel and manga in English, describing the story as follows: Oda Akira is an unassuming guy who often goes unnoticed. His low profile becomes his advantage when his entire class is transported to a fantasy world, allowing him to take on the role of a silent assassin. With suspiciously high initial stats and inconsistencies in the situation, Akira senses something is amiss. Investigating royal secrets proves perilous, and when he uncovers an evil plot, he also earns the wrath of the king who summoned him to this world! With the aid of the elven spirit medium Amelia, can Akira gain the power to right the wrongs and exact his revenge?

The anime "A Mangaka’s Weirdly Wonderful Workplace" has unveiled a new key visual, announced two additional cast members, and confirmed an October 6 premiere date. Saori Hayami and Sumire Uesaka will play Yuzuki Hazama and Nagomi Hayachine, respectively. The rest of the cast includes:Yuko Natsuyoshi as Nana Futami Sora Amamiya as Kaede Satou Miku Ito as Mizuki Hazama Yu Kobayashi as Arisa Nashida Eriko Matsui as Toko Nodate Miharu Hanai as Nekonote A Mangaka’s Weirdly Wonderful Workplace – Key Visual featuring the cast members Based on the manga series by Kuzushiro, studio Voil is producing the anime adaptation under the direction of Kaoru Suzuki. Mio Inoue is in charge of series composition, Kana Miyai is designing the characters, and Kei Haneoka along with Hironori Doi are composing the music. The anime’s latest trailer, released last July, features the opening theme song “Zettai Shosan” by HoneyWorks ft. HaKoniwalily, while the ending theme “Thankful” is performed by Sizuk. The story revolves around Futami, a rookie shojo manga artist who finally begins publishing her dream shogi manga, “Subaru e,” with the support of her cool editor and dependable assistant. Despite this, she struggles with stomachaches, looming deadlines, and storyboard blocks, leading to late-night snacking and wild delusions as she stays stuck at her desk. Originally published as a one-shot in Kodansha’s Kiss josei manga magazine in February 2019, the manga began serialization on Kodansha’s Comic Days website in May 2019.

The first trailer for Chained Soldier Season 2 debuted on Thursday, showcasing the commanders of the Demon Defense Force. The anime is scheduled to premiere in January 2026, with animation by Passione × Hayabusa Film. The trailer reveals the commanders of the 10 squads: Konomi Tatara for the 1st Squad, Mira Kamiunten for the 2nd Squad, Belle Tsukiyono for the 3rd Squad, Yakumo Ezo for the 5th Squad, Tenka Izumo for the 6th Squad, Kyouka Uzen for the 7th Squad, Varvara Pilipenko for the 8th Squad, Fubuki Azuma for the 9th Squad, and Ren Yamashiro as the Supreme Commander and leader of the 10th Squad. The staff of the second season includes: Original Story: Takahiro Manga: Youhei Takemura Director: Masafumi Tamura Series Composition: Yasuhiro Nakanishi Screenplay: Yasuhiro Nakanishi, Ohine Ezaki, Takahiro Nagase, Kyota Kano Character Design: Keiya Nakano Concept Composite: Jumpei Takatsu Art Director: Shino Ohara Color Design: Sakie Suzuki Assistant Color Design: Mai Kabatani Director of Photography: Koji Hayashi CG Director: Takayuki Taba (Sanzigen) Editing: Ayako Tan Music: KOHTA YAMAMOTO Sound Director: Chikako Yokota Sound Production: DAX Production Animation Production: Passione × Hayabusa Film The anime’s voice cast consists of: Yuya Hirose as Yuuki Wakura Akari Kito as Kyoka Uzen Yume Miyamoto as Himari Azuma Mari Hino as Shushu Suruga Hina Tachibana as Nei Okawamura Maaya Uchida as Tenka Izumo Nene Hieda as Yachiho Azuma Reina Ueda as Sahara Wakasa Kana Hanazawa as Ren Yamashiro Yu-ri Yoshida as Ginna Bizen Tomori Kusunoki as Aoba Wakura Sayaka Senbongi as Coco Zenibako Rina Hidaka as Naon Yuno Mako Morino as Shikoku Kujira as Rairen Hitomi Nabatame as Jouryuu Chained Soldier (Mato Seihei no Slave) is an anime adaptation of a manga series written by Takahiro, the author of Akame Ga Kill, with illustrations by Yohei Takemura. Yen Press publishes the manga in English and describes the story as follows: Years ago, gates to a dangerous otherworldly dimension called Mato, or the "Demon City," began appearing across Japan. Those who consume the "peaches" found there gain unique abilities—but only if they're girls. When Yuuki Wakura, a down-on-his-luck high school boy, gets caught in a gate, he's rescued by Kyouka Uzen, the stunning commander of the 7th squad of the Demon Defense Force, who then orders him to become her slave?!

The upcoming anime A Star Brighter Than the Sun has released a new trailer, introducing another cast member and the ending theme song. Haruka Shiraishi will voice Subaru Kamishiro, and Wanuka performs the ending theme, "Saishin-wa." Studio KAI is bringing the series to life, set to premiere on October 2, 2025. Aya Kobayashi directs, Yasuhiro Nakanishi pens the script, Jin Feng Zeng designs the characters, and Miki Sakurai composes the music. The opening theme, "Stellar Days," is performed by Motohiro Hata, with the voice cast featuring: Minori Fujidera as Sae Iwata Yuki Ono as Koki Kamishiro Hina Yomiya as Hisui Onodera Taito Ban as Yota Ayukawa Mutsumi Tamura as Mio Kagawa Ryota Osaka as Yushin Izawa The anime is inspired by a manga series written by Kazune Kawahara, serialized in Shueisha's Bessatsu Margaret shojo magazine since June 2021. VIZ Media has licensed the English version of the manga and describes the first volume’s story as follows: Sae and Koki have been friends since childhood, but at the end of middle school, Sae realizes Koki has grown up! Now in high school, she discovers she has feelings for him. However, Sae isn’t the only girl with her eyes on Koki. The big question remains—who does Koki have feelings for?

One year ago, Anime Social was born out of a dream—to create a space where anime lovers, gamers, and storytellers could connect, grow, and feel seen. We've built lore, crafted roles, hosted events, and poured our hearts into every pixel and post. And today, we celebrate that vision and the community that’s helped shape it. But I won’t sugarcoat it: this first year has been tough. I wish we could have done better in growing our member base and keeping the energy alive. The truth is, Anime Social hasn’t reached the level of engagement I hoped for. And if things don’t pick up this year—if we can’t build the momentum and community we set out to create—I’ll be closing Anime Social down next year. This isn’t a threat. It’s a reality check. I believe in what we’ve built, and I know the potential is there. But I can’t carry it alone. So if you’ve ever felt a spark here, if you’ve ever wanted to be part of something special, now’s the time to show up, speak out, and help us grow. Here’s to one year of creativity, connection, and hard-earned lessons. Let’s make this next chapter count.

The release date for The Barbarian's Bride anime has been officially postponed to April 2026 to “further enhance its quality.” Initially scheduled for October 2025, the animation is being produced by Studio Jumondo (known for Villainess Level 99), with Takayuki Tanaka directing. The official statement says: The voice cast includes: Sayumi Suzushiro as Serafina de Lavillant Satoshi Inomata as Veor Kana Hishikawa as Tsetsi Aki Toyosaki as Marcius You can hear them in the main trailer below: The Barbarian’s Bride, also known as Himekishi wa Barbaroi no Yome or The Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King, is a Japanese manga by Noriaki Kotoba. It began serialization in Kodansha’s Bessatsu Shonen Magazine in January 2021, and its anime adaptation was announced in October 2024. Seven Seas Entertainment licensed the English version of the manga, summarizing the story: A captured knight finds herself betrothed to the leader of the very tribe she was sent to fight in this fantasy manga. Serafina de Lavillant, the strongest female knight in the West, is sent to defeat the barbaric tribes of the East. However, her mission fails, leading to her capture and imprisonment. Expecting torture, she asks for execution, only to be shocked when the tribe leader proposes marriage instead. Will Serafina endure a harsh arranged marriage, or will she discover that the tribes are not as savage as she once believed?

Frontier Works has announced that the release of Heroic Songs: the Remix, an upcoming idol and city-building simulation game, has been delayed. Initially slated for September 15, the game will now launch on Steam on October 8, 2025, while the Nintendo Switch digital version is still set for November 27, 2025. The delay is intended to enhance the quality of the game. Opening Movie and Theme SongAs part of the update, Frontier Works released the game’s opening movie on its official YouTube channel. The theme song, “Follow the Glow,” is sung by the protagonist Akari Sunohara (VA: Seika Hirose), with lyrics by sunny and music composed by Tsūten. The video was created by En and Ayato of Miu:Z. New Gameplay DetailsThe initial announcement covered aspects like resource collection, town building, and idol performances, but the new update dives deeper into the mechanics. It introduces side stories that delve into the lives of the five main idols, adding depth beyond Akari's growth in the main storyline. Players can design their Fanctuary using over 50 building types across categories like housing, production, processing, and recreation, with additional visual styles unlocked through fantasy, sci-fi, Japanese, and modern themes. Idol stages can be built and customized. Idols performing on them not only take part in concerts and tours but also provide boosts to nearby facilities. Their abilities can be enhanced further using skill points. Concerts are defined as short 30-second rhythm challenges that drive story progression, rewards, and idol experience. Some idols will unlock alternate stage outfits as players advance. The story kicks off when the player and Akari are whisked away to the Void after a concert by top idol Ruri Tsukuyomi. With guidance from Moku-san, the flower fairy, they must create a Fanctuary to restore harmony between worlds. Idols are shown as symbols of hope, and Akari’s development becomes central to the adventure. The main characters include: Akari Sunohara (CV: Seika Hirose), an ordinary girl with the rare potential to become an idol bridging worlds. Ruri Tsukuyomi (CV: Yukimi Hayase), the “ultimate idol” whose influence echoes across realms. Lynalelle Singulant (CV: Hitomi Sekine), a fantasy-world idol who is also a king and idol enthusiast. Haru (CV: Yuka Amemiya), a veteran idol from a sci-fi world with hidden struggles. Kaguya (CV: Risae Matsuda), an idol from a Japanese-inspired realm and Akari’s formidable rival. Additional supporting characters include Moku-san (voiced by Masato Kokubun), Kroschel (voiced by Kosuke Nakazawa), D.D. (voiced by Asahi Fujino), and Charlotte (voiced by Saya Shirahase). The game is developed by Emma Create Co., Ltd., whose motto is "Continuously Create Fun." The character designs are crafted by illustrator Lows, renowned for creating works featuring "kemomimi" (animal ear) characters. Heroic Songs: The Remix is now available to wishlist on Steam.

The Magical Girl Raising Project Restart anime has announced a teaser trailer, its opening theme song, and a 2026 release date. Minori Chihara will perform the opening theme, “No tears here,” which she premiered live at the Animelo Summer Live 2025 “ThanXX!” event. The song is also highlighted in the newest trailer. SynergySP is bringing the series to life, with Hiroyuki Hashimoto returning as the director from the first Magical Girl Raising Project anime and Takao Yoshioka handling the scriptwriting. Masako Ito is transforming Maruino's original character designs into the anime. The voice cast features: Honoka Inoue as Pechka Yoshino Nanjo as Pfle Reina Kondo as Shadow Gale Aoi Yuki as Lapis Lazuline Maaya Uchida as Magical Daisy Ami Koshimizu as Akane Mariya Ise as Clantail Shiori Mikami as Melville Jenya as Nonako Miyokata M・A・O as Rionetta Akari Kito as @Meow-Meow Maria Naganawa as Cherna Mouse Miyu Tomita as Detec Bell Sayumi Suzushiro as Genopsyko Yumenoshima Fairouz Ai as Masked Wonder Hime Sawada as Nokko-chan Megumi Han as Keek Mika Kanai as Fal Nao Toyama as Snow White Magical Girl Raising Project is a light novel series by Asari Endo with illustrations by Maruino. Its first anime adaptation aired from October 1 to December 17, 2016. Crunchyroll streams the series, describing it as a popular social game where players have a 1 in 10,000 chance of becoming real-life Magical Girls with unique abilities to help others. However, when Fav, the magical administrator fairy, decides to halve the number of Magical Girls, the game turns into a cruel battlefield as 16 magical girls are forced into a survival battle against one another.

The upcoming anime, Reincarnated as the Daughter of the Legendary Hero and the Queen of Spirits, has unveiled a main visual and trailer, showcasing new cast members, the opening and ending theme songs, and a preview set for October 5. The opening theme will be "Maho" by Caho, while the ending theme is "Family" by Yui Nishio. Reincarnated as the Daughter of the Legendary Hero and the Queen of Spirits – Visual Studio J.C. Staff is producing the animation, with Toshinori Fukushima directing. Toko Machida is handling the series composition and script, while Mina Osawa is designing the characters. The voice cast includes: Seria Fukagawa as Ellen Kazuyuki Okitsu as Rovel Mai Nakahara as Origin Masaaki Mizunaka as Raviselle (NEW) Shoya Chiba as Gadielle (NEW) Reincarnated as the Daughter of the Legendary Hero and the Queen of Spirits is an anime adaptation of a light novel series by Matsuura. Originally released as a web novel on Shosetsuka ni Naro from 2016 to 2020, it was later published in print by Fujimi Shobo under the Kadokawa Books label, featuring illustrations by keepout. A manga adaptation by Yutaka Ohori started in Monthly Big Gangan in 2018 and has released 11 volumes as of March 2025. The English version is available digitally through Comikey and Manga UP! Global. Here's the plot summary: “I became the spirit of elements when I reincarnated?!” Ellen, a young girl reincarnated from modern Japan, is now a half-spirit. Her father, Rovel, is a legendary hero who saved the kingdom, and her mother, Origin, is the primordial queen of all spirits. Ellen herself wields an overpowered ability to control the elements. Adorably charming, this perfect little girl uses her past life’s knowledge and the spirits’ powers to protect her beloved family!

HoYoverse has revealed Genshin Impact Version Luna I: “Song of the Welkin Moon – Segue,” set to launch on September 10, 2025. This update kicks off the yearlong “Song of the Welkin Moon” series, introducing the highly anticipated Nod-Krai region, new characters, enhanced gameplay systems, and exciting rewards in celebration of the game’s fifth anniversary. The news was shared during the Genshin Impact Version Luna I Special Program. Nod-Krai and Story ExpansionAfter finishing Natlan's storyline, players will head north to explore Nod-Krai, a region made up of three island territories imbued with the ancient elemental force called Kuuvahki. This energy shapes the environment and its people, offering players the chance to harness it during exploration and combat. Kuuvahki also allows transformation into Kuuhenki, an elemental form that can glide through mists and Moonlanes. In battles, it introduces unique enemies, allies, and Lunar Reactions specific to the region. The new Archon Quests place Travelers at the center of new conflicts. They will ally with Lauma of the Frostmoon Scions in her struggle against the Fatui, fight alongside Flins against the supernatural Wild Hunt, and meet new residents of Nasha Town. The Fatui’s attempt to seize the moon’s power is led by Harbinger Sandrone, the “Marionette,” while Columbina (formerly known as the Harbinger “Damselette”) has returned to Nod-Krai, where she is honored as the Moon Maiden. Encountering her offers Travelers potential blessings to aid their journey. Nod-Krai can be unlocked once players reach Adventure Rank 28 and complete Mondstadt’s main story, while the new Archon Quests require the completion of Liyue’s storyline. New Playable CharactersThree new characters from Nod-Krai join the roster in Version Luna I: Lauma (5-Star, Dendro Catalyst): Known as the Moonchanter, Lauma introduces the Lunar-Bloom reaction. By generating Verdant Dew through her abilities, she enhances Bloom-related damage for the party. Lauma can also shift into a half-human, half-deer form that boosts movement with sprinting and leaping agility. Flins (5-Star, Electro Polearm): A Lightkeeper who wields Lunar-Charged strikes. Flins can focus his power into a single devastating blow or unleash rapid spear attacks. His Lightkeeper training grants him awareness of the Wild Hunt during exploration. Aino (4-Star, Hydro Claymore): An inventor who fights with support from her mechanical creations. Her workshop companions, including the duck-shaped combat machine “Knuckle Duckle,” add a playful element to battles. Aino can be recruited for free by progressing through Nod-Krai’s Archon Quests. Wishes and EventsThe first half of Version Luna I will feature Lauma alongside Nahida in Event Wishes, accompanied by a Sumeru-themed Chronicled Wish. The second half will highlight Flins and Aino, along with Yelan’s rerun. “Meeting Points,” a new feature, will allow players to explore companions’ daily lives. Examples include the Frostmoon Scions’ legends with Lauma, the Clink-Clank Krumkake Craftshop with Aino and Ineffa, and stories of the Lightkeepers at Flins’s home. You can see some more images of Nod-Krai below. Gameplay Optimizations and ProgressionVersion Luna I also introduces several quality-of-life updates: Adventure EXP can now be earned through more varied activities, speeding up leveling progress. Additional harvestable materials will be included in Battle Pass rewards. Players can preview locked Artifact affixes in advance. Expanded party setup slots allow more team presets. Masterless Stella Fortuna makes its debut, letting players convert surplus 5-star Stella Fortuna to push characters beyond the current level cap, all the way to Level 100. Watch the trailer for the new update below. Genshin Impact Version Luna I: “Song of the Welkin Moon – Segue” Trailer | Nod-Krai Arrives on September 10 Anniversary RewardsTo mark both the launch of the new update and Genshin Impact’s fifth anniversary, players will receive numerous rewards, including: A free 5-star character of choice from the Standard Wish pool 10 Intertwined Fate from a login event 1,600 Primogems delivered via in-game mail Two Nod-Krai–themed gadgets Additional celebratory items and bonuses Miliastra Wonderland (UGC System)Looking ahead, HoYoverse announced Miliastra Wonderland, a user-generated content (UGC) system. Starting with Version Luna II, players can access the Miliastra Sandbox, a tool for designing and sharing custom gameplay stages. Using Genshin Impact's existing assets, the system will offer a variety of new experiences, including simulations, party games, and survival challenges. Players can upload and explore content created by others, broadening the game’s scope beyond its traditional framework.

The anime "With You, Our Love Will Make It Through" has unveiled a new character trailer, showcasing the ending theme song “Kimi ni Naretara” by Yoh Kamiyama. Alongside this, a new key visual featuring the four main characters was also revealed. Previously, the anime shared a trailer highlighting the opening theme, a new cast member, and announced its Japanese release date set for October 14, 2025. Global simulcast streaming is expected to follow soon after the Japanese broadcast. The character trailer highlights the four main characters of the series: Mari Asaka, Tsunagu Hidaka, Yukihiro Aida, and Kisara. Their paths intertwine in various ways as they navigate the emotional challenges and tensions of their youth. The first half of the trailer features the opening theme "Kusuguttai," performed by CHiCO with HoneyWorks, along with a meeting between Mari and Tsunagu. The second half introduces the ending theme "Kimi ni Naretara" by Yoh Kamiyama and offers a glimpse into Yukihiro's quiet, hidden emotions and Kisara's inner struggles. Yoh Kamiyama commented on the revelation of the ending theme: Written and illustrated by Chihiro Yuzuki, the manga series "With You, Our Love Will Make It Through" (Kimi to Koete Koi ni Naru) is set in a world where beastfolk coexist with humans. Serialized on Manga Mee by Shueisha, the story follows Tsunagu, a beastfolk and outstanding student, who joins the class of Mari, a high school girl living in a town where humans and beastfolk interact. Initially unsure about her first encounter with a beastfolk, Mari grows fond of the kind and gentle Tsunagu as they spend time together. Meanwhile, Tsunagu is drawn to Mari's "sweet scent" and her beauty and resilience. However, in a society where beastfolk live behind walls and their closeness with humans sparks curiosity, love between a human and a beastfolk faces many challenges. How will their love that defies boundaries unfold? The staff working on the With You, Our Love Will Make It Through anime includes: Director / Series Composition / Script: Shin ‌Itagaki Director ‌/ Character Design: Hiromi ‌Kimura Art ‌Director: Masakazu ‌Miyake Color Setting: Miyuki Kibata Photography: Arimasa Omi Editing: Haruka Nunokawa Sound Director: Shin Itagaki, Ryosuke Naya Sound Production: Studio Mausu Music: Akiyoshi ‌Yasuda Animation ‌Production: Millepensee The anime’s voice case includes: Manaka Iwami as Mari Asaka Takiya Eguchi as Tsunagu Hidaka Kotaro Nishiyama as Yukihiro Aida Ai Kakuma as Kisara Details on the global streaming platforms for With You, Our Love Will Make It Through will be announced on later date.

Season 2 of Campfire Cooking in Another World has unveiled a new visual and trailer, introduced additional voice cast, and announced an October 7 premiere date. Studio MAPPA is handling the animation, with Kiyoshi Matsuda returning as director. Previously, visuals for Tsuyoshi, Fel, Sui, and Dora-chan were released. Crunchyroll has also confirmed it will stream the anime. The latest visual is now available. Campfire Cooking in Another World Season 2 – Main Anime Visual The anime's voice cast now features: Yuma Uchida as Tsuyoshi Mukouda Satoshi Hino as Fel Hina Kino as Sui Maaya Uchida as Ninril Yo Taichi as Agni Yuko Kaida as Kisharle Saho Shirasu as Rusalka Ayumu Murase as Dora-chan Daisuke Namikawa as Elrand Shiro Saito as Hephaestos Kazuya Nakai as Vahagn You can check out the latest trailer for the anime as well: The main staff for Season 2 includes: Director: Kiyoshi ‌Matsuda Assistant Director: Kenji ‌Takahashi Series Composition: Michiko ‌Yokote Character Design: Nao ‌Otsu, Tsuyoshi ‌Kuwahara Chief Animation Direction: Shiho ‌Tanaka / Eriko ‌Ito Art Director: Tomoki ‌Nagino Music: Masato ‌Koda, Kana ‌Utatane, Kuricorder ‌Quartet The original isekai light novel, written by Ren Eguchi and illustrated by Masa, also has a manga adaptation by K Akagishi. Both are licensed in English by J-Novel Club. Crunchyroll is streaming the first season of the anime, which follows the story of Mukoda Tsuyoshi, an ordinary salaryman accidentally summoned to a magical world. While not a hero, he gains a unique ability called Online Grocery, allowing him to create modern dishes with extraordinary effects, attracting customers from all over the realm.