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A Witch Life Mongol anime announced by Science SARU

A Witch Life Mongol anime announced by Science SARU

TOI Entertainment Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 15, 2025, 11:09 IST

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Tomato Soup's manga, A Witch’s Life in Mongol, is being adapted into a TV anime by Science SARU, renowned for DEVILMAN crybaby. Set in the 13th century, the story follows Fatima, a former slave in the Mongol Empire, as she uses magic, science, and courage to survive.

A Witch Life Mongol anime announced by Science SARU

The manga A Witch’s Life in Mongol, created by Tomato Soup, is getting a TV anime by top animation studio Science SARU.
Known for hits like DEVILMAN crybaby, the studio brings this emotional historical fantasy to life. The show will air on TV Asahi, with a teaser already released. The exact air date is still unknown.
Set in the 13th century, this story follows Fatima, a former Iranian slave who becomes part of the Mongol Empire after her master is killed. Fatima is captured by the army of Tolui Khan, son of Genghis Khan.
Using magic, science, and courage, she fights to survive in a brutal world ruled by war and men.

A Witch Life Mongol manga success Japan

The manga launched in 2021 and is published in Mystery Bonita.
As of April 2025, it has 4 volumes, with Volume 5 coming out on April 16.
The series is popular among female readers and critics. It ranked:
#1 in Kono Manga ga Sugoi! 2023 (Female Readers)
Nominated twice for the Manga Taisho Award

Anime details Science SARU

The anime is animated by Science SARU, known for stylish visuals and deep themes.
The teaser shows a dark, emotional tone with powerful art and music.
The anime will air on TV Asahi. More info will be revealed soon.

A Witch Life Mongol manga release

Volumes: 1–4 (Vol. 5 on April 16, 2025)
Publisher: Akita Shoten
Buy: Amazon Japan, BookWalker, eBookJapan
English License: Yen Press (date TBA)
Fans love this story for its rare mix of magic, history, emotion, and survival.
It’s a dark fantasy for people who enjoy anime like Vinland Saga or Kingdom.
The anime is expected to grow fast thanks to its deep message and strong heroine.

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