“The Executioner and Her Way of Life” Anime Set To Be Released 2022
The official Twitter for “The Executioner and Her Way of Life” anime launched today with the announcement of a 2022 release with a new promotional video and key art.
The anime is an adaptation of Mato Satou's light novel series “The Executioner and Her Way of Life”, known in Japan as “Shokei Shoujo no Virgin Road”. Warner Bros. Japan officially announced the TV series in January at the GA Fest 2021 event. J.C. Staff will be handling the animation production.
Synopsis: Once upon a time, the world was thrown into a chaos by people from another world with special powers known as “The Lost Ones”. To maintain peace, “The Executioners” are to kill “The Lost Ones” without mercy. This is a story of an unlikely pair; executioner Menou, who tries to be pure, honest, and strong to carry out her mission and “The Lost One” Akari who has extraordinary ability. Where will the path lead them?
In addition, details of the main cast and characters were announced:
Actress Iori Saeki will voice “Menou”, the Executioner. A young executioner girl who has exceptional magical talent. She is strongly dedicated to her mission and tries to finish off Akari before her power gets out of hands. She gets close to her targets with friendly manner to grasp their ability before killing them. Her main weapons are short blade and sacred scripture.
Actress Moe Kahara will voice “Akari”, the Lost One. She is affectionate and easy-going. Menou is unable to kill her because of her ability even though she is not aware of it herself. She begins her journey with Menou, without knowing her true intentions.
The official Twitter for the book series initially announced the anime release date alongside the preview of the cover for volume 6.
“The Executioner and Her Way of Life” light novel series is currently being published in English by Yen Press. Volume 2 is set to be released on July 27, 2021 and Volume 3 is set to be released November 16, 2021.
Sources: “Virgin Road” Twitter and website. Warner Bros. Japan Youtube. Yen Press website.
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