The upcoming “With Vengeance, Sincerely, Your Broken Saintess” light anime has officially set its debut date for July 9th at 24:30 JST (effectively July 10th at 0:30). Along with the premiere date, additional cast members and theme song details have been revealed, heightening anticipation for this dark fantasy series.
Premiere Date and Where to Watch
The anime will first air on tvk on July 9th, followed by CBC TV starting on July 12th. For viewers in Japan, the series will also be available on various streaming platforms, including:
- d Anime Store
- Prime Video
- ABEMA
- U-NEXT
- And more!
New Cast Members Announced
Alongside the previously revealed main cast, several new voice actors have joined the project, enriching the ensemble with their talents. The newly announced cast members include:
- Salid: Voiced by Tomoaki Maeno
- Diana: Voiced by Minami Tsuda
- Louis: Voiced by Reio Tsuchida
- Roz: Voiced by Kosuke Toriumi
These additions promise to bring depth and nuance to the supporting characters, enhancing the overall viewing experience.
Theme Songs Revealed
Music plays a crucial role in setting the tone and mood of any anime, and “With Vengeance, Sincerely, Your Broken Saintess” is no exception. The opening and ending theme songs have been announced, adding another layer of excitement for fans:
- Opening Theme: “DiZZY” performed by Reina Washio
- Ending Theme: “Abyss” performed by Nonpy
These artists’ musical contributions are expected to capture the essence of the anime’s themes of betrayal, revenge, and transformation.
Synopsis: A Saintess Scorned
Based on the webtoon by Aminohada and SORAJIMA, “With Vengeance, Sincerely, Your Broken Saintess” tells the story of Lua, a saintess candidate with a unique and painful ability: she can heal others by transferring their wounds onto herself. This power makes her a target for bullies, who mock her as the “Fallen Saintess.” However, Lua finds solace and strength in her friendship with Arianne.
The official synopsis from Pocket Comics describes the inciting incident that sets Lua on her path of vengeance:
Lua is a saintess candidate who possesses the power of healing. But her ability had one flaw: she could only heal others by transferring their wounds onto herself. Because of this, others bullied her, calling her the “Fallen Saintess.” But it didn’t bother Lua because her best friend Arianne always stood up for her. One day, Lua’s crush, Commander Garrett, was on the brink of death from a beast attack. Lua healed him, which left her on the verge of death. When she woke up, she learned that all the credit was given to Arianne, and she finally saw her best friend’s true color. Devastated, Lua is lost and helpless when the second prince appears in front of her with a tempting offer. What would happen to Lua as she begins her new life as a villainess?
This betrayal by her best friend, coupled with the allure of a “tempting offer” from the second prince, propels Lua into a new life as a villainess, setting the stage for a story of revenge and transformation.
Main Characters and Cast
The anime boasts a talented cast, breathing life into the complex characters of the series:
- Lua: Voiced by Asami Seto
- Sven: Voiced by Sōma Saitō
- Arianne: Voiced by Momo Asakura
- Garrett: Voiced by Kazuki Ura
- Cezee: Voiced by Kazuyuki Okitsu
These voice actors are well-known for their previous roles in popular anime, ensuring a high level of performance and emotional depth.
Production Team
The production of “With Vengeance, Sincerely, Your Broken Saintess” is in capable hands, with a team of experienced professionals at the helm:
- Director: Chisaki
- Sound Director: Yūichi Imaizumi
- Sound Effects: Hiroki Nozaki and Airi Kobayashi
- Music Composer: onoken
- Production Oversight: Kazuya Takahashi
- Animation Studios: IMAGICA Infos and Imageworks Studio
What is a “Light Anime”?
“With Vengeance, Sincerely, Your Broken Saintess” is being produced as a “light anime,” a term used by Animation ID to describe a style that emphasizes efficient production through simpler animation techniques. This approach allows for quicker turnaround times and reduced costs, making it possible to adapt webtoons and manga into animated form more readily. Other “light anime” produced by Animation ID include “Lockdown Zone: Level X,” “Maarui Kanojo to Zannen na Kareshi,” and “Moriarty’s Perfect Crime.”
Where to Read the Webtoon
For fans eager to dive into the story before the anime premieres, the original webtoon is available in English on Pocket Comics. This provides an opportunity to familiarize yourself with the characters, plot, and world of “With Vengeance, Sincerely, Your Broken Saintess” before the animated adaptation arrives. The webtoon launched in Japan in August 2022 and was introduced to English readers in October 2022. Physical volumes of the webtoon are published by Ichijinsha, with two volumes available as of September 2024.
Themes and Expectations
“With Vengeance, Sincerely, Your Broken Saintess” is poised to explore several compelling themes, including:
- Betrayal: The central conflict stems from Lua’s betrayal by her best friend, Arianne, setting the stage for her transformation and quest for revenge.
- Revenge: As the title suggests, revenge is a major driving force in the story, as Lua seeks to right the wrongs committed against her.
- Transformation: Lua’s journey from a bullied saintess candidate to a powerful villainess promises to be a compelling exploration of character development and self-discovery.
- Dark Fantasy: The anime is set in a world of magic and intrigue, with elements of darkness and moral ambiguity adding depth to the narrative.
With its intriguing premise, talented cast, and experienced production team, “With Vengeance, Sincerely, Your Broken Saintess” has the potential to be a standout title in the Summer 2025 anime season.
