A Heap of Anime News Arrived Over the Festive Season

The winter break provide a multitude of pastimes far superior than scanning the latest news: discovering surprises, feasting on holiday treats, and using deep breathing to refrain from yelling at loved ones. It is wished you managed to do all these things and more. However, the entertainment world doesn't go on vacation, and this is particularly true for the realm of anime. Numerous noteworthy announcements came out during the festive period, and should you overlooked any, here is a compilation of the juiciest bits.

The One-Punch Man Series Season 3 Will Continue (By 2027)

Without a doubt the most shocking revelation, the widely-criticized controversial season that was the third season of One-Punch Man failed to stop more episodes. Season 3 will return with a subsequent part in 2027—a date so remote they easily could have labeled it season 4. Adding to the surprise, the studio J.C. Staff will still be leading the project. Thankfully this time, helmer Shinpei Nagai is set to direct from the start, which is seen as a good sign. But, the promotional image for the second cour is the same image the one used for season 3, just with protagonists Saitama and Garou oriented differently. This makes me think that, nowadays, they must be teasing the fans.

The Ruri Dragon Series Will Be the First Shonen Jump Anime From Kyoto Animation

Kyoto Animation has built a name for being an elite animation studio, distinguishing itself not just for the high caliber of its work but for the good working conditions of its employees—a sadly unusual standard in the industry. Surprisingly, until now, it had not produced an anime adapted from a manga published in Shonen Jump, arguably the most iconic magazine in the business. Ruri Dragon will change that, and what a superb choice it is. The manga by Masaoki Shindo gained widespread acclaim when it first appeared in 2022 after just a small number of issues, but then went into a two-year hiatus due to the creator's health issues. When it resumed publication with a lighter schedule, the series demonstrated it maintained the fans' appreciation and enthusiasm, and now fans are overjoyed about the forthcoming KyoAni adaptation.

Kingdom Season 6 Has a Sequel In Production

Kingdom is the best-selling, epic Shueisha manga that is other than One Piece. If you've haven't come across it before, it's because it only recently got an English release, but the anime has been airing for a while, and its sixth season was a further stellar entry. As it happens that was just the first half, because a "sequel" has been announced as in production, and it will probably air in 2026.

Science Saru Will Adapt A Witch in Mongolia To Anime

A further studio famous for the superior craftsmanship of its projects, Science Saru has given us critically acclaimed works of the ilk of Space Dandy, Devilman Crybaby, and, lastly, Dandadan. This time, the studio will be producing the adaptation of Tomato Soup's manga A Witch's Life in Mongol, inspired by the real historical figure of Fatima, an influential woman and intellectual in the Mongol Empire in the 13th century. Based on the trailer, the anime titled Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia will have a truly original and fascinating visual style, which reminds me a bit of Ranking of Kings. Scheduled to launch in July 2026, this one will without a doubt be on my list of anticipated shows.

Tougen Anki Is Set to Continue With a Second Season

Right after the release of the final episode of the first season, it was revealed that Tougen Anki will be getting a second season. Inspired by the Japanese legend of Momotaro, Tougen Anki adapts the manga by Yura Urushibara. The upcoming season of the anime will adapt the Nikko Kegon Falls Arc, but a firm air date has yet to be revealed.