Exciting News! The Apothecary Diaries Anime Announces a New Sequel
Exciting news! Discover the latest updates and surprises announced at the end of Season 2 this Friday. Don't miss out!
Exciting News: 'The Apothecary Diaries' Gets a New Season!
Announced at the end of Season 2 on Friday, fans of the popular anime can look forward to more adventures with Maomao in the sprawling palace setting.
New Season Confirmed!
A teaser promotional video revealed that production is officially underway for a sequel to 'The Apothecary Diaries', based on the light novel series by Natsu Hyūga and Touko Shino.**
Watch the teaser here:
About the Series
- The first season premiered in October 2023, covering the initial three episodes over two quarters.
- Crunchyroll streamed the anime as it aired in Japan and also offers an English dub.
- The second season started airing on January 10 on Nippon TV's Friday Anime Night block, running for two consecutive cours.
- Crunchyroll continues to stream both seasons, including the English dub.
The Story
Published by J-Novel Club, the light novel series tells the story of Maomao, a girl with a sharp mind and extensive medical knowledge, who is kidnapped and sold into the palace's rear complex, the hougong. There, she becomes a lady-in-waiting to the Emperor's favorite consort, tasked with tasting food for poison.
"Though she looks ordinary, Maomao’s quick wit and medical expertise make her a key player in palace intrigues."
The series began serialization on Shōsetsuka ni Narō in October 2011, with the novels later published in print by Shufunotomo in August 2014, featuring illustrations by Shino. A manga adaptation by Nekokurage has been ongoing since May 2017, published in Square Enix's Monthly Big Gangan magazine, with English releases by Square Enix Manga & Books.
Additional Details
- The story explores palace intrigue, mystery, and Maomao’s clever navigation through dangerous political waters.
- The series has garnered a dedicated fanbase and continues to expand across different media.
Source: Comic Natalie
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