The upcoming television anime adaptation of Chohouteki Kaeru’s light novel series Witch and Mercenary (Majo to Yōhei) has officially confirmed its broadcast window, slated to begin in April 2027 across Nippon TV and affiliated networks in Japan. Published under Micro Magazine's GC Novels imprint, the dark fantasy franchise has accumulated over 1.7 million copies in circulation, building a dedicated readership through its gritty world-building and character dynamics.
Along with the premiere window, production studio Eight Bit released the first official promotional video and a pair of character-focused teaser visuals highlighting the protagonist duo: the stoic mercenary Zieg, voiced by Taito Ban, and the mysterious witch Ciarsha, voiced by Saori Hayami. The newly unveiled footage showcases the harsh landscapes of the unfamiliar continent they traverse, interspersing quiet character moments with high-stakes combat sequences directed by Tappei Nagamine and featuring series composition by Daishiro Tanimura.
Expanded Cast and Staff Details
Additional voice talent joining the cast includes Yuri Noguchi as the fierce sword-fighter Isana Geihorn, Daitomu Mineta as party leader Alan Close, and Haruka Shiraishi as the enigmatic rod-wielder Elcia Ahmet. The production brings together an experienced creative team under director Shimpei Ezaki, with character designs adapted by Keita Matsumoto and musical composition handled by Rei Ishizuka through Lantis.
Fans eager to experience the world ahead of the 2027 broadcast can access official voice dramas and short stories currently streaming via the official anime website and YouTube channels. With both the original light novels and Kyou Kazura’s manga adaptation serialized via Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket actively available, the franchise continues to expand its reach across multiple mediums.
