The ongoing television adaptation of The Seven Knights of the Marronnier Kingdom has added voice actor Shoya Ishige to its expanding roster. Ishige will step into the role of Johann, a knight hailing from a noble house who makes his formal debut in the series' third episode.
Known for his previous starring work as Leonardo El Vandimion in May I Ask for One Final Thing?, Ishige joins an ensemble cast led by Kengo Takanashi, Natsuki Hanae, and Akeno Watanabe. Animation production for the historical fantasy is handled by J.C.STAFF, under the direction of Kiyoko Sayama.
Production Pedigree and Source Material
Based on the acclaimed josei manga by Nana Iwamoto, which began serialization in Shogakukan's Monthly Flowers magazine in September 2016, the series adapts a sprawling continental tale. The original manga previously claimed the top spot in the female category of the 2018 This Manga is Amazing! rankings, establishing a dedicated readership before its transition to television.
The adaptation benefits from veteran creative oversight, featuring series composition by Shinzo Fujita and character designs by Yuriko Maeda. Prime Video distributes the series internationally, following the narrative of general Baribara's seven sons embarking across neighboring realms.
At the heart of a continent of eight kingdoms lies the Marronnier Kingdom. Its general, Baribara, has seven sons, each with a unique gift and serving as a knight commander. Bound by a single noble cause of heroically rescuing a princess someday, the brothers set out as goodwill ambassadors to the seven neighboring kingdoms.
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