Get Ready: 'The Beginning After The End' Anime Reveals New Cast and Opening Song Ahead of April 2 Premiere!
Dive into the captivating world of KALA's electrifying performance of the opening theme 'KINGSBLOOD'. Get ready to be inspired!
KALA to Perform Opening Theme for Upcoming Anime "The Beginning After The End"
The excitement continues to build as the staff for the much-anticipated television anime adaptation of TurtleMe's web novel and webcomic The Beginning After The End have announced several key details. The news comes as the anime prepares for its premiere on April 2.
Latest Revelations
On Wednesday, the production team unveiled:
- A new promotional video
- A key visual
- Additional cast members
- The opening theme song, KINGSBLOOD
The song, marking KALA's debut as an anime theme artist, is showcased in the promotional video. Check it out below:
New Cast Members
The anime will feature a talented cast, including:
- Yamato Kinjo as Reynolds Leywin
- Rena Maeda as Alice Leywin
- Shinya Takahashi as Durden Walker
- Taihi Kimura as Adam Krensh
- Miyū Ogura as Helen Shard
- Riko Akechi as Angela Rose
- Shiori Izawa as Sylvia
Premiere Details
The anime is set to air on:
- AT-X at 11:30 p.m. JST (10:30 a.m. EDT)
- Fuji TV’s +Ultra programming block at 24:45 JST (April 3 at 12:45 a.m.)
- Kansai TV on April 3
- Toukai TV on April 5
Additionally, Crunchyroll will stream the series worldwide, excluding Asia (but including India).
KALA's Message
In light of the announcement, KALA expressed her excitement:
"Being the intro artist for The Beginning After The End is an incredible opportunity and a lifelong dream come true. Anime has had a huge influence on both my life and my music. I immediately immersed myself in the 'TBATE' universe and connected deeply with the story and its themes of struggle and triumph. I hope 'KINGSBLOOD' inspires fans to push forward and grow. Rebirth isn’t just a concept in fiction—it’s something we all have the power to experience. Don’t let the Hero in you die."
What to Expect
The anime, titled Season 1, will consist of 24 episodes. This adaptation marks a unique milestone as it will be the first anime based on an American web novel and webcomic.
Production Team
- Director: Keitarō Motonaga (known for Date A Live and Jormungand)
- Script Supervisor: Takamitsu Kōno
- Character Designer: Masami Sueoka
- Music Composer: Keiji Inai
Studio A-Cat is handling the animation production.
The Story Behind the Series
The anime's Japanese title is Saikyō no Ō-sama, Nidome no Jinsei wa Nani wo Suru?, which reflects the webcomic's original title in Japan. The series follows King Grey, a ruler reborn into a new life as Arthur Leywin, who discovers a world filled with magic, monsters, and perilous adventures.
Global Reach
The Beginning After The End has captivated a vast audience with more than 61.8 million reads across several languages, accumulating nearly US$500,000 in monthly revenue.
For more information and updates, keep an eye on our website!
Source: Press release