The anime I Became a Legend After My 10 Year-Long Last Stand finally has a premiere date. This is because its team released a teaser video last Sunday confirming its arrival for April 2026, while also revealing new cast and production members. The adaptation of the successful light novel follows Luck, a man who, after single-handedly defending a front line against demonic hordes for an entire decade, ends up becoming a living legend. The news is especially relevant for Brazilian fans, as the work already has a Portuguese translation and promises a mix of epic action and comedy.
Scheduled to premiere next quarter, the production is handled by Studio Gekkō, under the direction of Hiroyuki Kanbe (Viper’s Creed). Additionally, the series features a script by Mitsutaka Hirota (Edens Zero) and character designs by Majiro (Macross Delta). Thus, the team promises to bring to life the unique journey of Luck, a hero who needs to rediscover himself in a world that now venerates him, but where he feels like a complete stranger. This curious premise is the main driver of the story, which has already won over millions of readers.
Cast and Production
The teaser also introduced two new voices joining the project. Meanwhile, M.A.O will bring to life the character Luccira, a weaver and sole survivor of a village that worshipped the sacred chicken Seraphowl, named Gerberga. On the other hand, Yurie Kozakai will play Milca, a young girl who was orphaned very early and left alone. These additions to the cast show that the anime’s narrative goes beyond the protagonist’s solitary saga, also exploring the world and characters around him after his ten years of battle.
Franchise Success
It’s important to remember that the work’s popularity is not new. The original web novel began in 2018, and the light novel already has seven volumes published in Japan, plus an ongoing manga adaptation. Thanks to this, the franchise has already accumulated over 4.25 million copies in circulation worldwide. In Brazil, fans can follow the manga version through Comikey, which publishes it digitally in English, while Square Enix holds the rights. Thus, the fan base is established and eager for the animated version.
Therefore, April 2026 promises to be a special month for otakus. The arrival of this anime not only adapts a successful story but also brings an interesting reflection on fame, identity, and the weight of heroism. With quality production and a premise that mixes intense action with more introspective moments, I Became a Legend has everything to become one of the major highlights of the anime season next year.
