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Toei Animation announces global expansion plans
With the anime industry growing internationally, the Toei Animation is planning global expansion.
According to information from the Variety the company plans to set up an office in Italy, aiming to have a greater presence in the European market.
This would be just the first of the new local offices. Toei also aims to have offices in Mexico to represent Latin America and in India.
The information was revealed by the executive Shinohara Satoshi during the TIFFCOM business event linked to Tokyo International Film Festival.
Last year, three films from the company’s major franchises were successful on the international market: The First Slam Dunk, Dragon Ball Super: Superhero e One Piece: RED.
International launches have represented an increasingly larger share of the company’s profits, jumping from 12% in 2012 to 60% in 2021.
However, the results are not always positive. Knights of the Zodiac – Saint Seiya: The Beginning it was described by Satoshi as a “spectacular failure”.
But the executive assured that the company is learning from its mistakes and will not give up on risky bets.
We are excited to announce the highly anticipated sequel to the television anime adaptation of Hajime Kōmoto’s Mashle: Magic and Muscles. This announcement was made at a special event on Sunday, where a teaser video for the sequel was also unveiled.
Background and Overview
The Mashle: Magic and Muscles anime first premiered in Japan in April 2023, captivating audiences with its unique blend of magic and muscle-bound heroics. The anime was streamed globally on Crunchyroll, which also provided an English dubbed version for international viewers. Following the success of its initial season, the series’ continuation was eagerly awaited.
Plot Synopsis
Set in a world where magic is omnipresent, the series follows the story of a young man named Mash Burnedead, who, despite lacking magical abilities, has honed his physical strength to superhuman levels. Living a peaceful life deep in the forest with his adoptive father, Mash’s tranquility is shattered when his lack of magical prowess puts him in danger. Using his immense physical power, Mash challenges the magical norms and fights to protect his way of life.
Production Details
The upcoming sequel continues under the adept direction of Tomonari Tanaka, known for his work on Engage Kiss and Visual Prison. The series scripts are managed by Yousuke Kuroda, celebrated for his contributions to My Hero Academia and Mobile Suit Gundam 00. Character designs are crafted by Hisashi Higashijima, and the evocative musical score is composed by Masaru Yokoyama, renowned for his work on Fruits Basket and Astra Lost in Space.
Key Staff:
- Director: Tomonari Tanaka
- Series Composition: Yousuke Kuroda
- Character Design: Hisashi Higashijima
- Music Composition: Masaru Yokoyama
- Studio: A-1 Pictures
Manga and Other Media
The Mashle: Magic and Muscles manga, serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump, concluded its run last July with 18 compiled volumes. The manga is available digitally in English through Viz Media’s Shonen Jump service and Shueisha’s MANGA Plus service. Additionally, Viz Media is publishing the manga in print.
The franchise extends beyond the manga and anime, including several novels and a stage play adaptation, reflecting its wide-reaching popularity.
Manga Summary
Shueisha describes the manga as follows:
In a world where magic is everything, Mash Burnedead is a young man who can’t use magic. Living a peaceful life in the forest, his extraordinary physical training is put to the test when his existence threatens the magical order. With brute strength alone, Mash must fight to prove that muscles can trump magic in this unconventional magical fantasy.
Anticipated Developments
With the teaser video igniting excitement among fans, the sequel promises to delve deeper into Mash’s journey and the challenges he faces in a magic-dominated world. The series is expected to expand on its rich narrative and dynamic action sequences, continuing to blend humor and intense battle scenes that define the franchise.
Conclusion
The announcement of the Mashle: Magic and Muscles sequel has generated significant buzz within the anime community. With its unique premise and engaging characters, the series continues to challenge the boundaries of traditional magical narratives. Stay tuned for more updates and prepare for another thrilling season of magic, muscles, and mayhem.
For more information and the latest updates, keep an eye on official announcements and streaming platforms.
The voice actor of Kento Nanami in the original version of Jujutsu Kaisen, Kenjiro Tsuda published a message of thanks to his fans.
SPOILERS BELOW!
Episode 17 of the second season, titled “Right and Wrong” adapted the character’s moving death scene.
Shortly before the premiere on Japanese TV on Thursday (23), the actor made a farewell post on his profile on X (formerly Twitter).
“It’s November 23rd (Japan Labor Day and Thanksgiving) at 11:56 pm. Please don’t miss it. I’m thrilled that Jujutsu Kaisen and Nanami are loved throughout Japan and around the world…” declared Tsuda.
The actor repeated the voice recording in the fight scene against Haruta to ensure the result was perfect.
After the episode aired, he posted a short thank you to the audience: “Thank you for watching Jujutsu Kaisen! Thank you for supporting Nanami Kento!”.
The new episode is available on Crunchyroll with original audio and subtitles.
Recently, the creator of Vinland Saga, Makoto Yukimurawas in Canada was a guest at the Toronto International Authors Festival (TIFA) and at a Japan Foundation event.
In an interview with Anime Trending, in addition to revealing that he had to change the beginning of the story to obtain approval from the publisher and detail his historical research process, the mangaka commented on what readers can expect from the end.
“Actually, I don’t know what will happen at the end of this story! I believe that when the manga ends, everyone hopes for a happy ending, but there are historical facts. That’s the part difficult for me at the moment.
According to the story, the end of Thorfinn’s journey is tragic. Something truly tragic will happen to these characters. ‘How can I make this not a complete tragedy?’. This is something I’m working on now. What should I do?” said Yukimura.
The interviewer then suggested that he give the character a happy ending, after all, it is fiction. So, the author stated that he will do his best to move in that direction.
Vinland Saga is serialized in the monthly magazine Afternoon. The manga published in Japan by Kodansha since 2005 it has 27 volumes to date. In Brazil, the title was released by Panini.
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