Ryōtarō Okiayu Joins the Cast of 'I Want to Escape from Princess Lessons' Anime
Prepare to be enchanted as Okiayu takes on the role of the enigmatic beauty, Neil! Dive into a world where allure meets intrigue, and every glance holds a new secret. Join us as we explore the captivating performance of this talented artist, promising a blend of charm and mystery that will leave you wanting more.
Exciting New Casting Announcement for I Want to Escape from Princess Lessons
Fans of the anime I Want to Escape from Princess Lessons have some thrilling news to celebrate! The official X (formerly Twitter) account for this enchanting series revealed that the talented Ryōtarō Okiayu has joined the cast. He will take on the role of Neil, a captivating figure who occasionally graces the castle with his presence.
The anime is being directed by Shinobu Tagashira, known for his work on Diabolik Lovers and Junji Ito's Collection. Tagashira is also responsible for the character designs, ensuring that the characters are both visually stunning and true to their essence. The series script is in the capable hands of Tomoco Kanemaki, the author behind the Kingdom Hearts novels, while the music is being crafted by Naoyuki Chikatani and Yuki Hayashi to set the perfect tone.
For those new to the story, J-Novel Club has licensed both the novel series and its manga adaptation. The narrative follows a young woman trying to escape her life as a princess. She finds solace in a relaxed countryside lifestyle, but her peace is abruptly interrupted when the prince comes along and insists she's still his fiancée! As Clarke pursues his goal of winning her over, Lettie is equally determined to resist his advances. Who will win in this intense battle of wills?
Izumi Sawano introduced this captivating story in August 2018 on the Shōsetsuka ni Narō website. The novels are published by Shufu to Seikatsu Sha, featuring beautiful illustrations by Miru Yumesaki. Additionally, the manga adaptation, created by Uri Sugata, launched on the Comic PASH! manga website in March 2020.
With over 1.2 million copies already in circulation, I Want to Escape from Princess Lessons is making waves in the world of light novels and anime. Keep an eye out for more updates as the series continues to develop!