The popular fantasy anime, I Became a Legend After My 10 Year-Long Last Stand, recently announced a significant addition to its cast. Renowned actor Chō is officially voicing Gerberga, a unique character described as a divine chicken. This highly anticipated character made her debut in the anime's third episode, which premiered on Monday, captivating viewers with her mysterious presence and connection to the story's world.
A Divine Addition to the Cast
Chō takes on the role of Gerberga, a chicken revered as divine by Luccira's family within the anime's narrative. Gerberga is more than just an animal; she holds a special place in the lore, hinting at deeper magical or spiritual elements within the series. Her introduction in episode three adds another layer of intrigue to the unfolding legend of Luck, the protagonist.
The Epic Story Unfolds
I Became a Legend After My 10 Year-Long Last Stand tells the extraordinary tale of Luck. Faced with overwhelming demonic hordes, Luck selflessly chooses to hold the line alone, ensuring his comrades' escape and survival. What follows is an unbelievable decade-long battle where Luck, through a blend of sheer fortune, exceptional skill, and brilliant ingenuity, not only withstands the onslaught but emerges victorious single-handedly. His miraculous feat transforms him into a living legend, a seasoned veteran, and ironically, a new face navigating a world he saved. Now, Luck must contend with the multifaceted challenges of his newfound roles and the complex dynamics of a world drastically changed by his sacrifice and heroism.
Meet the Heroic Ensemble
The anime boasts an impressive cast bringing its vibrant characters to life. Gakuto Kajiwara stars as the resilient hero Luck, alongside Toshiyuki Morikawa as Erik, and Tsuyoshi Koyama as Golan. The female leads include Yui Ishikawa as Celliss Morton, Mayu Sagara as Sia Wolcott, and M.A.O as Luccira, the character whose family reveres Gerberga. Supporting roles are filled by Yurie Kozakai as Milca, Wakana Maruoka as Arone, Yuuki Terui as Ario, Akari Miyazaki as Ginny, Miharu Hanai as Charlotte, and Suzuna Kinoshita as Mary. Furthermore, five key vampire characters, central to the story's development, are voiced by an acclaimed group: Nobuhiko Okamoto, Kōsuke Toriumi, Takehito Koyasu, Shinya Takahashi, and Satoshi Hino.
Behind the Scenes Talent
Guiding this epic animation is Hiroyuki Kanbe, serving as director at Gekkō, the animation studio responsible for bringing this fantasy world to screen. Mitsutaka Hirota is meticulously handling the series scripts, ensuring a compelling narrative flow. Character designs are crafted by Majiro, who also holds the role of Chief Animation Director, maintaining visual consistency and quality. The anime's soundscape is enriched by Tomotaka Ōsumi's music, while sajou no hana performs the vibrant opening theme song, "Soredemo Donten o Koeteyuku." The ending theme, "Ari Kitari na Nichijō to Kōun na Hibi e," is delivered by the rock-idol girl group MEISHOHIKOKAI.
Additional staff contributing to the anime's production include Akira Nagasaka as Color Key Artist, Bihou, Inc. handling Art Direction, Taiki Okutani as Compositing Director of Photography, Yumika Okazaki as Offline Editing, Ryōtarō Date as Online Editing, and Ryō Tanaka as Sound Director.
Premiere and Streaming Details
Fans worldwide can immerse themselves in Luck's legend across various platforms. The anime first premiered on Amazon Prime Video on July 3, followed by debuts on ABEMA and d Anime Store streaming services on July 6. Television broadcasts commenced on Tokyo MX, KBS Kyoto, Sun TV, TV Aichi, and BS11 on July 6, with AT-X joining on July 9. The anime's premiere, initially slated for April, was strategically delayed to July to ensure an even more enjoyable and polished work for its dedicated audience. For international viewers, Crunchyroll is simulcasting the anime as it airs in Japan, making it readily accessible to a global audience.
From Web Novel to Manga Sensation
I Became a Legend After My 10 Year-Long Last Stand originated as a web novel by Ezogingitune, first appearing on the Shōsetsuka ni Narō website in June 2018. Its popularity quickly led to a light novel series, illustrated by DeeCHA, with its first volume debuting in February 2019. The eighth volume of the light novel series is set to ship on July 15. A compelling manga adaptation, with art by Chaco Abeno and composition by Kitsune Tennōji, launched on Square Enix's Manga UP! service in August 2019. The manga's 19th compiled book volume was released on April 7. The combined success of both the novel and manga series is evident in their impressive circulation, boasting over 4.45 million copies in print. This substantial fan base highlights the broad appeal and captivating nature of Luck's enduring story.
