TV anime "King's Ranking" 1st PV released! Additional cast announced, opening theme by King Gnu!

Additional cast members and comments on the TV anime "Ousama Ranking," scheduled to air on Fuji Television's "Noitamina" and other stations from October 2021, have been revealed. It was also announced that the opening theme song will be "BOY" by King Gnu.

In the teaser PV of the TV anime released in April, the world view of the original comics is vividly expressed in the animation, which is a big hit. The teaser PV of the TV animation, which was released in April, vividly depicted the worldview of the original comics in animation and drew a great response.

The TV anime adaptation will be directed by Yosuke Hatta (also deputy director of "Boogiepop Won't Laugh") and produced by WIT STUDIO (also director of "Shinkage no Kyojin Seasons 1-3").

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The first PV was newly released today.
As additional cast members, Kenta Miyake will play the role of Boss, Takako Honda will play the role of Sheena, Maaya Sakamoto will play the role of Magic Mirror, Yoshimitsu Shimoyama will play the role of Deathhar, and Takahiro Sakurai will play the role of Desper, and cast comments have also arrived.

The opening theme will be "BOY" by King Gnu. The comments have also arrived, so be sure to check them out.

The first PV and the first key visual have been released!

The 1st PV

Additional cast members & cast comments have arrived!

(Honorifics omitted in the original text)

Bossu
The king of the Bossu Kingdom and father of Bodge and Daida. He is ranked seventh in the king ranking.

Kenta Miyake, who plays the role of Bossu, commented: "I am pleased to play the voice of King Bossu.

I am Kenta Miyake, the voice of King Bossu.
He is one of the most profound and difficult characters I have ever played, and I am trying my best to portray him with a bit of confusion. I hope you will enjoy this new fantasy with a soft touch that sharply touches your heart.

Sina
Sheena is the former queen of the late Bossu Kingdom and Bodge's mother.

Takako Honda, who played Sheena, commented: "When I read the original story, I was amazed at all the characters.

When I read the original story, I felt love for all the characters and wanted to protect each of them.
It was a very strange feeling. Now that I have a role in the work, I don't want to let go of Bodge and want to embrace him. I am overflowing with such feelings. I hope everyone will see it.

The Magic Mirror
The mysterious mirror that gives Daida advice behind the scenes.

Maaya Sakamoto, who plays the role of the magical mirror, comments

I was completely fascinated by the original work when I read it. All the characters have lovable human contradictions, and that is why I can sympathize with them and feel close to them. I am sure that the enigmatic "magic mirror" will change into a being that you want to cuddle with as the story progresses. I will take great care of this work, while taking great pleasure in being able to participate in it.

Death Har
King of the underworld. Second in the king ranking.

Yoshimitsu Shimoyama as Desha: Comment

I was gutted. I read the manga. But even in a harsh world, there is human kindness and compassion, and it is a wonderful work that gives me a sense of refreshment. I am honored to be able to play the role of "Death Hur," which represents a kind of strength in such a world.
I look forward to seeing how the story will weave together with Bodge and the others who represent weakness.

■Desper
The younger brother of Desha, the king of the underworld.

Comment from Takahiro Sakurai as Desper

Desper is a worldly aristocrat with an eye for money, but I was numbed by his sharp eyes that seem to shoot out from time to time.
He is a character who holds the key to Bodge's growth. He is a good mentor, so please pay attention to his work.

The opening theme will be "BOY" by King Gnu!

＜Comment from Daiki Tsuneda of King Gnu

When I received the offer to sing the theme song, it was the first time I heard about "Ousama Ranking" and I was surprised to know that such a wonderful manga existed. I am happy to be involved in this work, which is filled with strength, kindness, love, and sadness that are so necessary in today's tense times. Please enjoy the new song "BOY", which is the sweetest and loveliest song for King Gnu in a long time!

Production Information
TV animation "Ousama Ranking
＜Broadcast Information
Scheduled to air on Fuji Television Network's "Noitamina" and other stations from October 2021.

＜STORY
The wealth of the country, the number of powerful people it has, and the king himself,
The king himself is as strong as a hero,
The "King Ranking" is a comprehensive ranking of these factors.
The main character, Bodge, was born as the first prince of the kingdom ruled by King Boss, the seventh-ranked king.
However, Bodge was born deaf,
He was born deaf and so weak that he could not even wield a sword properly,
He was despised by his subjects and the people alike, who thought he was not fit to be king.
Bodge, however, makes his first friend, Kage.
Bodge's encounter with Kage and his small act of bravery will change the course of his life. ────

<Staff>
Original story: "Ousama Ranking" by TSUGASASUKE (Beam Comics/KADOKAWA)
Director：Yosuke Hatta
Series Composition：Taku Kishimoto
Character Design/ Chief Animation Director： Atsuko Nozaki
Sub-character Design/ Chief Animation Director：Masaki Kawage
Assistant Director：Yufumi Imai
Chief Director：Makoto Fuchigami
Main Animators: Masaru Oshiro / Makoto Ogasawara / Nozomu Fujii
Art Director: Yuji Kaneko
Art Setup: Kazushi Fujii
Color Designer: Ken Hashimoto
Director of Photography: Kazuto Demizuida / Noriyuki Ueda
Editing: Kiyoshi Hirose
Music: MAYUKO
Sound Effects: Yasuyasu Ogata
Sound Director: Yasunori Ebina
Animation Producer: Maiko Okada
Animation Production: WIT STUDIO

<Cast
Bodge: Minami Hyuga
Kage: Ayumi Murase
Daida: Kaji Hiroki
Hilling: Rina Sato
Dormouse: Takuya Eguchi
Bevin: Yoshi Ueda
Apis: Hiroki Yasumoto
Drusi: Yosuke Tadokoro
Hokuro: Daiki Yamashita
Boss: Kenta Miyake
Sheena: Takako Honda
Magic Mirror: Maaya Sakamoto
Deathhar: Yoshimitsu Shimoyama
Desper: Takahiro Sakurai

[Original work information]
Manga Hack official website:
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Currently on sale from KADOKAWA Beam Comics up to volume 10.

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(C) Touka Kusasuke, published by KADOKAWA / "King's Ranking" Production Committee, an anime.