Kujira Tokiwa's Light Novel 'The Holy Grail of Eris' set to hit the Small Screen

In an exciting development for anime enthusiasts, Kujira Tokiwa's widely acclaimed light novel series 'The Holy Grail of Eris' has been earmarked for an anime adaptation. Starting off in 2017, the unique story revolves around a noblewoman who embarks on a fascinating journey with a villainess spirit as her ally.

Strong Female Protagonists Headline the Cast

Kana Ichinose and Sayumi Suzushiro have been confirmed to reprise their characters from the drama CD in this upcoming series. Ichinose will be enacting the tough-nerved Constance Grail, more familiarly known as Connie, while Suzushiro portrays the enigmatic Scarlett Castiel.

Fanfare Surrounds the Announcement of Anime Adaptation

The announcement of this adaptation sparked enthusiastic celebration among fans of the novel, further amplified by commemorative illustrations provided by manga artists Hinase Momoyama and S.Kosugi. Both these creatives are well-known for their work on the manga adaptation and its subsequent sequel.

A Glimpse into The Holy Grail of Eris' Storyline

The story set in 'The Holy Grail of Eris' places the spotlight firmly on protagonist Connie, a sincere young noblewoman. Her life takes a drastic twist when she is falsely accused of a crime and loses her fiancée all in a single night. However, just when things appear to be irretrievably downhill, she is saved by the ghost of the notorious villainess, Scarlet Castiel, who was executed years ago. Utilizing her wit and charisma, Scarlet successfully manages to turn around Connie's fate. Although Scarlet's intervention in clearing her name is invaluable, Connie proposes a pact - assistance in unraveling the murky circumstances surrounding Scarlet's premature demise and ongoing mysteries linked to the case. It is this fascinating and multilayered narrative that fans of the novel eagerly anticipate experiencing in a brand-new format.