The official staff for the anime adaptation of Asari Endō’s Magical Girl Raising Project Restart light novel series has released its inaugural promotional video and a new teaser visual. Additionally, the musical act Daisy×Daisy has been announced as performing the ending theme song, titled “ReMind.” The highly anticipated second season is slated for a 2026 premiere.
Diving into the “Restart” Narrative
Magical Girl Raising Project Restart continues the dark fantasy and survival action narrative established in the original series. The anime is an adaptation of the Restart light novel series, which is the second arc in the Magical Girl Raising Project universe. The first season, which aired in Japan from October to December 2016, adapted the initial light novel.
The premise revolves around a popular social game that grants a rare chance to become a real-life Magical Girl. However, this seemingly benevolent system quickly devolves into a deadly battle royale when a magical administrator fairy decides to halve the Magical Girl population, forcing the girls into a brutal struggle for survival against each other. The “Restart” arc introduces a new group of magical girls forced into a high-stakes challenge with a substantial reward, where alliances are fragile and betrayal is always a possibility.
First Promotional Video Highlights
The newly released promotional video offers fans a glimpse into the animation style and character designs for the upcoming season. While specific details about the video’s content are eagerly awaited, it is expected to set the tone for the darker, more intense storyline of the Restart arc. Teaser visuals drawn by original character designer Maruino have also been unveiled, further building anticipation for the 2026 debut.
Daisy×Daisy to Perform Ending Theme “ReMind”
Musical duo Daisy×Daisy will be providing the ending theme song for Magical Girl Raising Project restart, titled “ReMind.” The group is known for their distinctive musical style and has contributed to other anime productions. This announcement adds another layer of excitement for fans eager to experience the full auditory and visual package of the new season.
The opening theme for the second season, “No tears here,” will be performed by Minori Chihara.
Returning and New Staff & Cast
Hiroyuki Hashimoto will be reprising his role as director for Magical Girl Raising Project Restart, with Takao Yoshioka also returning as the series writer. Masako Ito, who handled SD character designs for the first season, is taking on the role of lead character designer for the new anime. Satoki Iida will also return as the sound director.
The anime will be animated by SynergySP.
While some cast members from the previous season may reprise their roles, new cast announcements have also been made. Yoshino Nanjou is confirmed to be part of the cast. Other voice actors announced include Honoka Inoue as Pechka, Jenya as Nonako Miyokata, M.A.O as Rionetta, Mariya Ise as Clantail, Maria Naganawa as Cherna Mouse, Miyu Tomita as Detec Bell, Aoi Yuki as Lapis Lazuline, Megumi Han as Keek, Nao Toyama as Snow White (reprising her role), Maaya Uchida as Magical Daisy, Hime Sawada as Nokko-chan, Akari Kito as @NyanNyan, Sayumi Suzushiro as Genopsyko Yumenoshima, Ami Koshimizu as Akane, and Shiori Mikami as Melville. Maaya Uchida has been previously associated with “Magical Daisy” in Magical Girl Raising Project: Restart.
The anime adaptation of Magical Girl Raising Project Restart is scheduled to premiere in 2026.
