Fans of the seinen genre are buzzing with excitement as the highly anticipated manga series, The Fable, gets ready for its anime debut. The confirmation of the anime adaptation, along with important updates, was revealed in the latest issue of Kodansha’s Weekly Shonen Magazine.
Tezuka Production will bring the anime adaptation to life. Here’s everything we know so far about the thrilling ‘The Fable’ anime that has everyone talking.
The Fable, a manga by Katsuhisa Minami, was serialized in Weekly Young Magazine from November 2014 to November 2019. It has 22 volumes. A sequel, The Fable: The Second Contact, ran from July 2021 to July 2023.
On July 10, 2023, it was announced that the manga would be adapted into an anime by Tezuka Production. This news is like a cherry on top for fans, as the beloved manga series finally receives the anime adaptation it deserves.
Plot of The Fable
The Fable recounts the tale of an infamous assassin named The Fable, renowned for his exceptional skills. After accomplishing countless assignments, he makes the choice to retire and pursue a mundane existence like an ordinary individual.
Nevertheless, the organization he served refuses to release him so easily. In order to ensure his obedience, they task him with a unique mission: to live a tranquil life for a year without taking any lives. However, The Fable soon discovers that this seemingly straightforward objective is far from effortless.
The Fable Anime Trailer & Visual
On Monday, production company VAP launched an official website for the television anime adaptation of Katsuhisa Minami’s manga, The Fable. The website unveiled the main staff and a key teaser visual.
However, no further details have been revealed regarding the official release date or release window of The Fable anime.
Leading Staff of The Fable
The team guiding the project is director Ryousuke Takahashi, known for his visionary storytelling. Joining him are scriptwriters Yuya Takashima and Mayumi Morita, who possess the skill to intricately translate the manga’s compelling narrative into captivating episodes.
The task of bringing the characters to life is entrusted to the talented character designers: Hisama Kinoshita, Saki Hasegawa, and Junichi Hayama. With their combined expertise, viewers can expect a visually stunning and faithful portrayal of the manga’s vibrant world and diverse cast by exploiting the resources provided by the Studio Tezuka Production.
Where to Watch The Fable Anime
The Fable as the anime adaptation, is set to arrive on Netflix and Crunchyroll for streaming as soon as it is released. While eagerly awaiting its broadcast, fans can delve into the manga series to catch a glimpse of the anime’s potential.
With the manga’s remarkable success, there is great anticipation surrounding the forthcoming anime, poised to captivate viewers and make a substantial impact in the industry. Stay tuned for further updates on this highly anticipated series.
