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One of the most popular fantasy manga, From Overshadowed to Overpowered, is about to get an anime adaptation, and fans are hyped about it. Addtionally the production house has also confirmed that this series will be making a premiere this July 2026. This announcement has directly come from Square Enix, the production house that is working on making sure that this series comes to life. Additionally, we have more information that this adaptation will be more focused on the manga version of the story rather than the original light novel.
From Overshadowed to Overpowered was first a light novel written by Arata Shiraishi and was illustrated by Denim Uo. After it gained popularity, it was also later adapted into a manga by Kentarou, which was serialized on Manga UP!, and to date, it has released in eight volumes. The story is about Ephtal, who actually finds himself being reincarnated as a sage.
He was actually a modern human from earth but now that he finds himself in the new environment. So, Ephtal poured all of his efforts into ensuring that he mastered magic. Unfortunately, he soon discovered that even after putting a lot of hardwork he lacked natural talent, and he died without achieving anything. This was not the end of his story, rather just the beginning.
Turns out, after four hundred years, he gets to reincarnate again with all of his memory and theory intact. This time, things are different because the magical civilization has declined. Which was once seen as average is now godlike. Things have fallen into place because he was once talentless but is now overwhelmingly powerful.
Anime production details
The From Overshadowed to Overpowered adaptation will be produced by EMT Squared, a studio known for fantasy and character-driven adaptations. Direction will be handled by Hisashi Ishii, whose previous works include Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear and I’m Quitting Heroing. Series composition will be supervised by Deko Akao, known for her work on Higehiro and Komi Can’t Communicate, while character designs will be created by Hideki Furukawa.
The main voice cast has also been revealed:
- Ephtal will be voiced by Shuichiro Umeda
- Anastasia will be voiced by Reo Osanai
- Merlin will be voiced by Haruka Shiraishi
To celebrate the announcement, both Kentarou and director Hisashi Ishii released commemorative illustrations, further building anticipation among fans.
Why the From Overshadowed to Overpowered anime adaptation matters
In the world of fantasy series, this title has dominated the fandom because it offers an interesting twist. All because the main character is overpowered and has everything given to him by the star. Ephtal's source of power was rooted in failure. When he had this first chance in this reincarnated life, it was full of being average, which caused him immense frustration.
This kind of emotional foundation ends up giving the story weight that is different from a typical power fantasy narrative. It gives focus on the idea that in the end, knowledge ends up becoming more powerful than talent, as it has the potential to become a powerful weapon.
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Final thoughts
In conclusion, From Overshadowed to Overpowered, getting an anime adaptation has made fans hyped as they are now counting down weeks before this series makes its premiere. If the production house ends up delivering what they promise, then this series is going to be one of the highlights of this year.
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