Fans of the dark fantasy series Magical Girl Raising Project have much to look forward to as the upcoming Restart adaptation has officially dropped a new trailer and teaser visual. The anime will premiere in 2026, continuing the twisted magical saga that captured audiences with its first season in 2016.
A Fresh Look and Familiar Faces
The new trailer showcases breathtaking visuals, intense battles, and emotional moments that hint at a high-stakes story ahead. Fans can also hear a preview of the opening theme “No Tears Here” performed by Minori Chihara, while the ending song “ReMind” is performed by Daisy×Daisy, adding a powerful emotional touch to the upcoming series.
The visual features the returning protagonist Snow White, surrounded by both allies and new faces, teasing the complex web of alliances and rivalries that define the series.
Returning Cast and New Additions
A star-studded voice cast has been confirmed, featuring a blend of returning veterans and new additions. The lineup includes:
Honoka Inoue as Pechka, Yoshino Nanjo as Pfle, Reina Kondo as Shadow Gale, Aoi Yuki as Lapis Lazuline, Maaya Uchida as Magical Daisy, and Nao Toyama reprising her role as Snow White.
Other notable names include Ami Koshimizu, Mariya Ise, Shiori Mikami, Akari Kito, Miyu Tomita, Sayumi Suzushiro, and Fairouz Ai — each lending their voice to the new generation of magical girls caught in a world where power and survival go hand in hand.
The Story Continues
Based on the light novel series by Asari Endo, with illustrations by Maruino, Magical Girl Raising Project began as a whimsical story before descending into a dark and psychological survival narrative. The upcoming Restart adaptation is expected to dive deeper into the tragic yet captivating battles among magical girls who must fight each other to survive after the rules of their magical world take a deadly turn.
The first season, animated by SynergySP, aired from October to December 2016 and quickly gained a loyal fanbase for its bold storytelling. Hiroyuki Hashimoto returns to direct the new series, with Takao Yoshioka handling the script and Masako Ito adapting Maruino’s original designs into animation once again, ensuring continuity in both tone and aesthetic.
What to Expect in 2026
The 2026 adaptation promises to bring more intensity, richer character arcs, and an expanded universe that builds upon the foundation of the original series. The new teaser hints at a storyline that will explore betrayal, morality, and the fine line between hope and despair — hallmarks that made the first season a cult favorite.
Fans can expect the series to stream globally soon after its Japanese debut, with platforms like Crunchyroll likely to secure distribution rights again.
The excitement surrounding Magical Girl Raising Project Restart is already spreading across social media, with fans eagerly awaiting its return to the screen.
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