REMOW Co., Ltd. has confirmed that Necromancer Isekai: How I Went from Abandoned Villager to the Emperor’s Favorite (報われなかった村人A、貴族に拾われて溺愛される上に、実は持っていた伝説級の神スキルも覚醒した), the anime adaptation of the light novel published, will be licensed worldwide by them (excluding Japan). Global streaming specifics such as supporting platforms etc. have yet to be confirmed, but will be announced in due course.
The series follows Matteo, a former villager reborn as the grandson of a nobleman named Laurence. Bestowed with immense magical abilities, Matteo quickly gains favour in the empire by hatching a loyal dragon named Eva, wielding a legendary sword, and becoming an irreplaceable figure in the emperor’s court. The story blends fantasy action and political intrigue with themes of affection and destiny as Matteo’s journey unfolds.
The first round of voice cast announcements has also been made, alongside comments from the cast members.
Maaya Uchida will voice the protagonist Matteo. Uchida shared her thoughts on joining the project:
Hello everyone, my name is Maaya Uchida. I’ve been cast to voice Matteo! Please look forward to the anime.
Yuki Yomichi will take on the role of Ishutar. She commented:
Thanks to all of you who support us, we were able to meet an important character named Ishtar.
Thank you so much for your continued support.
I was so happy when I was chosen to play Ishtar that I practiced my lines many times.
Too soon, lol.
Everyone can definitely relate to Ishtar’s doting love for Matteo.
I devoted myself to Ishtar by reading the original work and the manga version. Please look forward to the anime’s broadcast and streaming!
Sayako Tojo will voice Hecate. She expressed her enthusiasm for the role:
Thank you for your support!
I’m Sayako Tojo, and I’ll be voicing Hecate. Nice to meet you!
Hecate is a wonderful, fluffy, dainty, kind girl with a strong core.
I will do my best to bring out her best qualities so that everyone will love her and the other characters in this work.
There are many other wonderful characters in the show, such as Matteo and Ishtar.
Let’s enjoy the anime adaptation together while reading the original light novel and comics.
Mei Igarashi will portray Metis. She shared the following:
I’m Mei Igarashi, the voice of Metis!
I am thrilled to be part of this production, thanks to everyone who has always supported me.
Thank you very much!
I’m looking forward to exploring many different landscapes with Metis and her friends.
I will do my best to bring you all into a world full of rewarding experiences, so please look forward to the anime’s broadcast!
