Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez Genma Seisen-hen, the new arc of the anime and trading card game franchise, has just had its premiere confirmed for January 10, 2026. The information came directly from the franchise’s official X (formerly Twitter) profile, which also released a promotional video, new key visual, cast, and musical themes. The new season, arriving as the ninth in the current “D Series”, promises to continue the saga of card battles that has won fans worldwide, including Brazil.
All About the Premiere and Where to Watch
The new arc, called “Divinez Phantom Star Battle Arc”, will air in Japan on January 10, 2026, at 8:00 AM (Tokyo time). The broadcast will be on TV Aichi and six TV Tokyo stations. For the most eager fans, there will be a special event. The second episode will be screened early alongside the premiere at the “Bushiroad New Year Grand Announcement 2026” event, taking place on January 12.
This Bushiroad event, the company behind the franchise, will be streamed live on the brand’s official YouTube channel. It’s a chance for Brazilian fans to follow the news in real time, even with the time difference.
Music and Dubbing: What to Expect
The new arc’s opening theme already has an owner. The song “Genkai” will be performed by the group V.W.P. The ending will be handled by RealRomantic, with the track “Giragira”.
For fans who prefer dubbed content, the news is good. The franchise has a history of releasing English dubs on its YouTube channel. The previous arc, Divinez DELUXE, which premiered in January 2025, had its dub released in April of the same year. It is very likely the new season will follow the same path.
In Brazil, the main way to follow the episodes with subtitles has been via Crunchyroll. Previous seasons of Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez are also available on Amazon Prime Video, d Anime Store, and Niconico.
A Long History: Understanding the “D Series”
For those not up to date, the timeline may seem confusing. But it’s simple. The franchise rebooted with the so-called “D Series” in 2021. Since then, there have been several consecutive seasons.
- 1st and 2nd Seasons: Cardfight!! Vanguard overDress (April 2021)
- 3rd Season: Cardfight!! Vanguard will+Dress 1 (July 2022)
- 4th and 5th Seasons: will+Dress 2 and 3 (January and July 2023)
- 6th Season: Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez (January 2024)
- 7th Season: Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez 2 (July 2024)
- 8th Season: Divinez DELUXE (January 2025)
- 9th Season: Divinez Genma Seisen-hen (January 2026)
Bushiroad had already announced plans for up to nine seasons of this series. Now, with the announcement of the 2026 arc, they have confirmed they are already planning the tenth season and beyond. The franchise is far from over.
The Cardfight!! Vanguard Phenomenon in Brazil
In Brazil, Cardfight!! Vanguard has built a solid fan base. The physical trading card game is distributed in the country, with local tournaments happening in several cities. The availability of the anime on Crunchyroll, one of the most popular anime streaming platforms here, has also helped popularize the series.
The plot, which mixes strategic card battles with a story of friendship and overcoming, has appeal for a broad audience. The constant evolution of the animation and the exciting soundtrack are other strong points.
What to Expect from the New “Phantom Star Battle” Arc?
The title “Genma Seisen-hen” (Phantom Star Battle Arc) suggests a conflict of great proportions. The franchise’s promotional videos often show intense battles and the introduction of new powerful cards.
Considering this is the penultimate arc initially planned for the “D Series”, fans can expect a plot that begins to tie up the threads of the main story. Revelations about the characters and decisive confrontations are on the radar.
Next Steps and Where to Keep an Eye
The countdown to January 2026 has already begun. Fans should keep an eye on the official Cardfight!! Vanguard YouTube channel for the possible release of the English dub months after the Japanese premiere.
In Brazil, the expectation is that Crunchyroll will keep the catalog updated with the new subtitled episodes shortly after they air in Japan. The trading card game franchise should also receive expansions with the cards featured in the new arc, stirring up the national competitive scene.
With plans going beyond the 10th season, it’s clear that Bushiroad sees a long and promising future for the Cardfight!! Vanguard universe. For Brazilian fans, it’s just a matter of preparing the popcorn (or the deck cards) and waiting for another season of electrifying battles.
