Roll Over and Die TV Anime Unveils Exciting Promo, Cast, and Stunning Key Visuals
Discover Ayaka Nanase's exciting role as Flum Apricot in the highly anticipated 2026 anime. Get ready for fresh adventures and captivating storytelling!

Exciting News: Ayaka Nanase to Voice Flum Apricot in Upcoming Anime
Ayaka Nanase will bring the character Flum Apricot to life in the anime adaptation of the popular light novel series, set to premiere in 2026. The announcement was made along with the release of the anime's promotional video, cast details, and a striking key visual.
About the Anime
The anime is based on the light novel series "ROLL OVER AND DIE: I Will Fight for an Ordinary Life with My Love and Cursed Sword!", written by kiki with illustrations by Kinta. The series has garnered a dedicated following, with a combined circulation of 415,000 copies across both the novels and manga.
Watch the Promotional Video
Check out the teaser below:
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Meet the Voice Cast
- Ayaka Nanase as Flum Apricot
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About Flum Apricot
Flum is a character who was never meant to be a hero. Despite having zero stats and powers she can't even use, she finds herself part of a hero party. Her life takes a dark turn when the party's renowned sage, Jean Inteige, deems her useless and plans to sell her into slavery. Facing death at the hands of monsters, Flum makes a desperate move—reaching for a cursed weapon, which awakens something new within her. This grimdark story follows her blood-soaked quest to reclaim her life.
Story Highlights
- A tale of resilience and revenge
- Dark fantasy with intense themes
- A protagonist fighting against all odds
Publishing Details
- The series was launched in 2018 by kiki with illustrations by Kinta.
- The fourth volume was published by Micro Magazine in January 2020.
- The series later saw a change in artist for the fifth volume, with kodamazon taking over.
- The manga adaptation, along with the light novels, has sold over 415,000 copies.
- Seven Seas Entertainment is releasing the series in English, including:
- The light novels
- An audiobook narrated by Emily Bauer
- The manga adaptation
Additional Works
- Previously, Seven Seas released Minakata's "Akuma no Riddle" manga.
Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling anime adaptation!
Source: Press release