The anime "Suikoden" is scheduled to start broadcasting in October. At the same time, a new cast and the first PV were released.
From the 1st PV of the anime “Suikoden”
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The anime ``Suikoden'' is a visual adaptation of ``Suikoden II,'' which is one of the most popular games in the ``Suikoden'' game series. The story depicts how the main character, Lilyu, and his best friend, Joey, who belong to the child soldier unit of the Highland Kingdom, which possesses a powerful military force, walk based on their beliefs even though they are swallowed up by the vortex of fate brought on by the flames of war.
As new cast members, Taku Yashiro will play the role of Luca Bright, the prince of the Highland Kingdom who is feared by the people as a "crazy prince," Chika Anzai will play the role of Jill Bright, the princess of the Highland kingdom who tries to stop Luca's tyranny, and Akihiro Mine will play the role of Loud, the captain of a child soldier unit with a strong desire for promotion and money. Also, Tsukino Chikasada plays the role of Pirika, a girl who meets Joey after a certain incident and treats him like a family member, and Ayumu Murase plays the role of Rook, a disciple of Recknat, the administrator of fate, with an excellent strategic eye and calm and calm judgment. Takeo Otsuka will play Shu, a powerful tactician, Yoshino Aoyama will play Apple, Shu's former sister-pupil and a young tactician who stands up to stop Luka's brutal acts, and Masato Niwa will play Mukumuku, an old friend of Lilyu. The first PV features main characters including Lilyu and Joey. You can also enjoy character voices that will be unveiled for the first time.
Anime “Suikoden” 1st PV
Comments have arrived from the 8 new cast members. The anime's official X account is running a giveaway campaign where you can win colored papers autographed by the cast.
In addition, a talk stage for the anime "Suikoden" will be held at the NBC Universal booth at "AnimeJapan 2026" on March 29th. Toshiki Kumagai (voice of Lilyuu), Kamiya Tsuchiya (voice of Joey), Ayumi Hihara (voice of Nanami), Katsuyuki Konishi (voice of Victor), Yashiro (voice of Luka), and Aoyama (voice of Apple) will be on stage, and you can also enjoy anime exhibits inside the venue's booth.
