A new anime titled "The Disqualified Ex-Hero Decides to Live Freely After Being Banished from His Homeland" is set to air starting April 2024.
The story revolves around Allen, a young man branded as a failure for not receiving a divine "gift," leading to his banishment from a duke's family. After a former life as a hero, Allen embarks on a carefree journey, getting entangled in various incidents. Among the anime's many characters are Allen's former fiancée Lees, voiced by Nanami Kurisaka; Henriette from the neighboring Linkvist Marquis family, voiced by Akari Kito; and Noel, an elf blacksmith living in the borderlands, portrayed by Sora Amamiya. The opening theme, "EVOLVE," is performed by Shota Aoi, the voice actor for Allen.
The key visual highlights the main characters—Allen, Lee, Henriette, and Noel—hinting at the dynamic relationships and adventures awaiting them. The promotional video, paired with Aoi's "EVOLVE," offers a small glimpse into the anime's captivating world.
From the voice actors' comments, it’s clear they’re excited to bring their characters to life. Nanami Kurisaka finds the role of Lees amusing due to her constantly changing expressions. Akari Kito describes Henriette as a mysterious character and enjoys her role's unique speech patterns. Sora Amamiya remarks on the anime’s charming portrayal of chaotic everyday life.
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This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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