The acclaimed historical manga A Witch's Life in Mongol (Tenmaku no Jadoogar) is getting a TV anime adaptation. The animation will be produced by Science SARU, known for Dandadan and Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!, and is set to air on TV Asahi.

A Captivating Tale of Women in the Mongol Empire

Set in 13th-century Mongolia, the story follows Fatima, a former slave taken captive by the Mongol Empire. She meets Töregene, the sixth consort of the Mongol emperor, who also harbors complex feelings toward the empire. Together, the two women challenge the political structure of the empire through wisdom and resilience, crafting a unique and powerful narrative of the inner court.

Award-Winning Manga Garners Further Attention

Currently serialized in Souffle (Akita Shoten), the manga has earned widespread acclaim. It was ranked #1 in the “Kono Manga ga Sugoi! 2023” Women’s Edition and was nominated for the Manga Taisho Awards in both 2023 and 2024, making it one of the most talked-about historical manga in recent years.

Teaser PV Released Featuring Original Manga Art

To celebrate the anime announcement, a teaser PV featuring illustrations from the manga has been released. Set to West Asian-inspired music, the trailer introduces Sitara, Töregene, and the world they inhabit. The anime’s official logo is also revealed in the video.

Author’s Comment on the Anime Adaptation

Author Tomatosoup shared a heartfelt message about the project:

“Over ten years ago, I fell in love with the history of the Mongol Empire and dreamed of seeing an anime like this. Since I couldn’t create anime myself, I began drawing on the back of printer paper. Those sketches turned into a manga, and now, it’s becoming an anime. I’m grateful to everyone who helped make this possible and look forward to watching the story take flight in animated form.”

A Witch's Life in Mongol Anime Trailer

Source : ORICON NEWS