A Heap of Anime Updates Arrived Over the Holidays
The Christmas holidays present a wealth of pursuits considerably more enjoyable than checking the latest news: discovering surprises, feasting on delicious food, and employing patience techniques to refrain from arguing with family members. It is wished you were able to do all these things and more. Nevertheless, the entertainment world never sleeps, and this is particularly true for the realm of anime. A slew of noteworthy announcements surfaced during the festive period, and should you overlooked a few, here is a roundup of the most exciting bits.
The One-Punch Man Series Its Third Season Will Continue (By 2027)
Perhaps the most surprising revelation, the much-discussed troubled production that was season 3 of One-Punch Man wasn't enough to halt further production. Season 3 will come back with a second cour in 2027—so far away they might as well have dubbed it season 4. Adding to the surprise, animation studio J.C. Staff will continue to be in charge. On a positive note this time, director Shinpei Nagai is on board to direct from the beginning, which could be taken as a hopeful indicator. Yet, the key visual for the continuation is a mirror of the one used for season 3, just with characters Saitama and Garou facing different directions. This makes me think that, at this point, they could be trolling the fans.
The Ruri Dragon Series Will Be the Premiere Shonen Jump Anime By Kyoto Animation
Kyoto Animation has established a standing for being an elite animation studio, making its mark not just for the superb artistry of its output but for the ethical practices of its employees—a sadly unusual standard in the industry. Surprisingly, until now, it had not adapted an anime adapted from a manga from Shonen Jump, arguably the most famous magazine in the industry. Ruri Dragon will change that, and what a superb choice it is. The manga by Masaoki Shindo gained massive popularity when it debuted in 2022 after just a handful of installments, but then went into a extended pause due to the creator's health issues. When it came back with a lighter schedule, the series demonstrated it hadn't lost the fans' appreciation and positive sentiment, and now the community is overjoyed about the upcoming KyoAni adaptation.
Kingdom Season 6 Is Getting a Follow-Up In Production
Kingdom is the top-selling, long-running Shueisha manga that is not One Piece. If you've never heard of it before, it's because it only just received an English translation, but the anime has been airing for a while, and season 6 was yet another excellent entry. It turns out that was just the initial batch, because a "sequel" has been revealed as in production, and it will almost certainly air in 2026.
Science Saru Is Adapting A Witch in Mongolia Into an Anime Series
Another studio known for the excellent quality of its projects, Science Saru has brought us masterpieces of the ilk of Space Dandy, Devilman Crybaby, and, lastly, Dandadan. This time, the studio will be handling the adaptation of Tomato Soup's manga A Witch's Life in Mongol, which is based on the actual historical person of Fatima, an influential woman and thinker in the Mongol Empire in the 13th century. From the trailer, the anime named Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia will have a highly unique and fascinating visual style, which reminds me a bit of Ranking of Kings. Set to premiere in July 2026, this one will without a doubt be on my must-watch list.
Tougen Anki Will Continue With a Second Season
Immediately following the conclusion of the final episode of the first season, it was confirmed that Tougen Anki will be getting a second season. Based on the Japanese legend of Momotaro, Tougen Anki brings to life the manga by Yura Urushibara. The new season of the anime will adapt the Nikko Kegon Falls Arc, but a firm premiere date has not been disclosed yet.
