The upcoming anime adaptation of “Reincarnated as a Neglected Noble: Raising My Baby Brother With Memories From My Past Life” has officially announced its premiere date, along with key cast and staff details. The series, based on the light novel by Yashiro and illustrated by keepout, is scheduled to debut in July 2025, promising a heartwarming and engaging story of family and kingdom management.
Plot Overview: A Tale of Two Brothers
The story follows Ageha, a five-year-old, overweight noble, who is the eldest son of a count in the corrupt Kio Empire. Ageha is not your typical child; he possesses memories of his past life as a Japanese man. Abandoned by his parents, Ageha’s life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters his younger half-brother, Regulus.
Ageha has a vision that Regulus will kill him in the future over inheritance, so Ageha decides to take matters into his own hands. Instead of succumbing to fear and distrust, he sets out to raise Regulus after the passing of Regulus’s mother. To Ageha’s surprise, once the adorable Regulus cozies up to him, Ageha transforms into a doting older brother. The anime follows their journey as they navigate their kingdom’s challenges, involving even the gods, with the aim to reform it for the better. This unique blend of isekai elements, family dynamics, and kingdom-building makes for a captivating narrative.
The Journey From Light Novel to Anime
The light novel series, titled “Shiro Buta Kizoku desu ga Zense no Kioku ga Haeta node Hiyoko na Otōto Sodatemasu” in Japanese, began as a web novel on the user-generated platform Shōsetsuka ni Narō in August 2018. It was later acquired by TO Books, who have published twelve volumes since January 2020. A manga adaptation with art by Yokowake has also been serialized online via TO Books’ Nico Nico Seiga-based Comic Corona manga service since August 2020, with five collected tankōbon volumes available.
Production Team and Cast
The anime adaptation is being produced by Studio Comet, with a talented team behind its creation.
Staff:
- Director: Masafumi Satō, known for his work on “A Salad Bowl of Eccentrics,” is directing the series.
- Scriptwriter: Mitsutaka Hirota, who has worked on “Hunter x Hunter (2011)” and “Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time,” is in charge of the series composition and writing the scripts.
- Character Designer: Tomoko Miyakawa, of “Sweet Reincarnation” fame, is handling the character designs.
- Music Composer: Arisa Okehazama, recognized for her work on “Jujutsu Kaisen” and “Beast Tamer,” is composing the music for the anime.
Cast:
- Ageha: Voiced by Misaki Kuno, who has also voiced Xiaolan in “The Apothecary Diaries”.
- Regulus: Voiced by Mariya Ise, known for her role as Stocking in “Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt”.
The cast and crew bring a wealth of experience to the project, promising a high-quality adaptation that will capture the essence of the light novel series.
What to Expect
The anime is expected to deliver a heartwarming and engaging story. Here’s what viewers can anticipate:
- Unique Isekai Premise: The story combines the popular isekai genre with a focus on family bonds and kingdom management, offering a fresh take on reincarnation narratives.
- Character Development: The relationship between Ageha and Regulus is central to the story, with Ageha initially seeing Regulus as a potential threat but quickly transforming into a loving and overprotective brother. This heartwarming dynamic is a core element of the series.
- Kingdom Building: As the two brothers work together to reform their kingdom, viewers can expect to see strategic planning, political intrigue, and moments of triumph and challenge.
- Comedy and Light-Hearted Moments: While the story deals with serious themes, it also contains light-hearted and comedic moments, particularly stemming from Ageha’s doting nature toward his younger brother.
- High-Quality Animation and Music: With Studio Comet’s animation and Arisa Okehazama’s music, the series is expected to deliver a visually appealing and emotionally resonant experience.
A Look at the Source Material
The light novel series, with its unique blend of isekai fantasy and family drama, has gained a considerable following. Here’s a deeper look at the source material and its key elements:
- Light Novels: The original light novel series by Yashiro, with illustrations by keepout, is the foundation of the anime. The detailed world-building and character development in the novels provide rich source material for the adaptation.
- Manga Adaptation: The manga, with art by Yokowake, has brought the story to life with its visual depictions of the characters and settings. This adaptation has further expanded the series’ fanbase and established a visual style for the anime to follow.
Where to Watch and When
The “Reincarnated as a Neglected Noble” anime is scheduled to premiere in July 2025. Specific broadcast details and streaming platforms will be announced at a later date. Fans are encouraged to follow official announcements for updates on where to watch the series.
Conclusion
“Reincarnated as a Neglected Noble: Raising My Baby Brother With Memories From My Past Life” is poised to be one of the standout anime of 2025. With its unique blend of isekai, family drama, and kingdom-building elements, combined with a talented production team, this series is one that anime fans should definitely keep an eye on. The dynamic between the two brothers, Ageha and Regulus, coupled with the overarching story, offers a rich narrative that’s sure to captivate audiences.
