The wait is almost over, Vanguard fans! The English dub of the Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez Deluxe Arc is officially premiering on April 25th! Get ready to dive back into the world of high-stakes card battles and compelling characters with this latest installment in the Cardfight!! Vanguard franchise.
What to Expect in the Deluxe Arc
After the intense events of the Destined Showdown, Akina and his fellow Vanguard fighters are enjoying a well-deserved period of peace. However, this tranquility is short-lived when they receive a mysterious invitation to “DELUXE,” a prestigious tournament designed to crown the ultimate Vanguard champion.
This isn’t just any tournament, though. The DELUXE tournament is the third iteration and promises to be packed with thrilling matchups orchestrated by the enigmatic AI, Gui. Adding to the excitement, the tournament will feature the surprising return of Michiru Hazama and the participation of Kagetsu Yakumo, the legendary strongest fighter from Mythisch.
Amidst the heated battles, Akina will find himself facing a profound question posed by Kagetsu, Nao’s mentor: “What is your reason for playing Vanguard?” This question will force Akina to confront his motivations and the deeper meaning behind his passion for the game.
Production Details
Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez Deluxe Arc is brought to life by the collaborative efforts of Kinema Citrus, Wisp-o’-Animation, and Studio Jemi. This powerhouse team ensures a visually stunning and engaging viewing experience.
Staff
- Created by: Bushiroad/Akira Ito
- Executive Producer and Original Idea: Takaaki Kidani
- Original Character Design: CLAMP
- Director: Satoshi Mori
- Character Design: Hiroyuki Saita / Tomokatsu Nagasaku
- Animation Production: Kinema citrus / ぎふとアニメーション / STUDIOJEMI
Cast (English Dub)
The English dub features a talented cast, including:
- Ethan Snowden as Akina Myodo
- Rocio Barahona as Nao Inabe
- Griffin Cork as Taizo Kiyokura
- Scott Roberts as Masanori Iseki
- Jillian Hubler-McManus as Mikoto Saito
- Brett Bauer as Suo Yobitsugi
- Lexi Ly as Hikari Myodo
- Lily Pichu as Megumi Okura
- Daegan Manns as Gabwelius
Where to Watch
The English dub of Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez Deluxe Arc will be available on the official Cardfight!! Vanguard franchise’s YouTube channel. New episodes will be released every Friday at 7:00 p.m. EDT, so be sure to set a reminder!
A Look Back at Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez
The Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez anime series initially premiered in Japan in January 2024. It has been available on various streaming platforms, including Amazon Prime Video, d Anime Store, and Niconico. Crunchyroll has also been streaming the anime.
The Music
The Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez Deluxe Arc features the opening theme song “Meramera” performed by Kis-My-Ft2 and the ending theme song “Amairo” by Hina Aoki.
Story
After the conclusion of the Destined Showdown, Akina and the other Vanguard fighters are enjoying their peaceful days when a missive arrives. It is an invitation to “DELUXE”, the tournament to determine the strongest Vanguard fighter! The third iteration of the tournament is packed with must-see matchups produced by AI Gui, featuring the miraculous return of Michiru Hazama, and the legendary strongest fighter of Mythisch, Kagetsu Yakumo. And in the midst of this tournament, Akina is faced with a question posed to him by Nao’s mentor Kagetsu: “What is your reason for playing Vanguard?” What is the meaning behind this question? And how will Akina respond? The quest for the pinnacle of DELUXE begins now!
