Exciting news for fans of the manga series The Elusive Samurai came at this year’s Jump Festa 2024 event. On December 16th, 2023, during the hype-filled Blue Stage panel, it was officially confirmed that an anime adaptation of the supernatural action manga is finally in production after much anticipation.
As the announcement was made, the crowd erupted into loud cheers and applause. Several voice actors affiliated with the new show took the stage to thunderous reactions from the eager audience.
They were visibly thrilled to be able to share the update that The Elusive Samurai will be brought to life in animated form.
It was also revealed that the animation is already completed for the series premiere. Along with the voice cast appearance, key visuals for the anime adaptation were shared as well, giving fans a teasing first look at the style and atmosphere of the show based on the beloved manga’s world and characters.
Judging by the raucous reception at Jump Festa 2024, supporters are beyond ready to see the evasive samurai himself come to screens soon.
The voice talent and showrunners clearly share in that enthusiasm. With production now wrapped up, the stage is set for an electrifying debut.
Elusive Samurai Reveals Sneak Peek at Jump Festa 2024
The eagerly awaited anime adaptation of The Elusive Samurai was featured in a high-spirited Blue Stage panel on the very first day of Jump Festa 2024, December 16th, 2023. Additional details about the production were unveiled to further increase anticipation.
It was officially confirmed that top-tier animation studio CloverWorks will be producing the series set to premiere at some point in 2024.
A beautifully rendered promotional key visual for the anime was also shared publicly for the first time, giving fans a small preview of the art style and bringing the story to life.
Behind the scenes, director Yuta Yamazaki will be heading up the project, assisted by script and composition supervisor Yoriko Tomita, known for her work on the popular My Dress-Up Darling anime.
Accomplished character designer Yasushi Nishiya rounds out the core creative team in charge of adapting the stylish samurai manga into an animated show.
Between CloverWorks’ stellar animation pedigree, the exciting staff spearheading production, and intriguing new key visuals, Jump Festa 2024 has set the stage for The Elusive Samurai to make an animated splash next year. Fan reception is already extremely positive.
Meet the Cast of The Elusive Samurai
The main voice cast for The Elusive Samurai anime adaptation was also showcased during the Jump Festa 2024 event. Taking on the lead protagonist, Hojo Tokiyuki is relative newcomer Asaki Yuikawa in her first major role.
Starring alongside her as fellow samurai Suwa Yorishige is acclaimed voice actor Yuichi Nakamura. Nakamura is best known as the voice of popular characters Gojo Satoru in Jujutsu Kaisen and Hawks in My Hero Academia.
Additional cast members bringing key characters to life include Aoi Yuuki as the skilled fighter Kazama Genba, Hinaki Yano voicing the quiet Shizuku, Kikunosuke Toya as the polarizing Fubuki, Mari Hino portraying the streetwise Kojiro, and Sayumi Suzushiro taking on the role of the caring Ayako.
The anime is based on the ongoing manga by creator Yusei Matsui, which has been serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump magazine since early 2021.
Presently, the printed edition has amassed over 130 chapters compiled into 13 collected volumes and counting.
With Nakamura’s seasoned voice acting chops and an ensemble supporting cast backing newcomer Yuikawa, the series has assembled an impressive Japanese voice crew ready to kick off this highly anticipated supernatural samurai adaptation.
The Elusive Samurai Volume 13 Sales Soar, Demonstrating Unyielding Popularity
Alongside the main voice cast announcements, sales data was also shared for the hugely popular Elusive Samurai manga during Jump Festa 2024. Specifically, it was revealed that the recently published 13th volume has sold an impressive 2,712 copies so far.
Added to the existing sales tracked for the month, this brings the total current circulation count to 45,454 copies moved for volume 13. This continues the strong momentum for the franchise even after over two years of publication, with no signs of slowing down.
In fact, not only does volume 13 show the manga is still going strong, but the latest sales numbers indicate interest is still increasing with the new material.
An ongoing Shonen series to avoid any drop-offs this far into its run is seen as a major positive and testament to its staying power leading up to the 2024 anime premiere.
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