The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Shin Kozuki’s novel, “The Banished Former Hero Lives as He Pleases,” is set to premiere in April 2024 (during the Spring anime season). The recently released trailer introduces viewers to the captivating world of this fantasy series. Let’s dive into the details!
In the trailer, we catch a glimpse of the opening theme, “Evolve,” performed by Shōta Aoi, who lends his voice to the character Allen. The promotional image for the anime showcases the intriguing visuals that await viewers.
Production Details:
- Animation Studio: Studio Deen, in collaboration with Marvy Jack (known for their work on “Nanatsu no Taizai 4”).
- Director: Kazuomi Koga (“Rent-A-Girlfriend”).
- Screenplay: Yoshiki Okusa (“Farewell, My Dear Cramer”).
- Character Design: Saori Hosoda (“Phantom of the Idol”).
- Music: Kei Haneoka (“Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life,” “Owarimonogatari,” “Kaguya-sama: Love is War”).
Cast:
- Reese (voiced by Minami Kurisaka, known for her role as Pipi Barlier in “I’m in Love with the Villainess”).
- Henriette (voiced by Akari Kito, recognized as Kotoko Iwanaga in “In/Spectre”).
- Noel (voiced by Sora Amamiya, who portrayed Yu Saegusa in “Protocol: Rain”).
Origins:
“The Banished Former Hero Lives as He Pleases” originally began as a web novel on the Shōsetsuka ni Narō website in January 2018. It later transitioned to print format, with illustrations by Chocoan, starting in October 2018. As of November 2023, six volumes have been published. Additionally, a manga adaptation by Karasumaru has been serialized online since 2019 on Nico Nico Seiga.
Synopsis:
The story follows Allen, once labeled a “good-for-nothing” due to his low level and lack of a god-given Gift. Little do others know, he is the reincarnation of a hero from another world, and now he has the chance to live life on his own terms.
Get ready for an exciting adventure as “The Banished Former Hero Lives as He Pleases” unfolds.
