by A brand-new original TV anime titled “Maiden Blood” has been officially announced for 2027, bringing together an ambitious creative team led by director Seiji Kishi, series composer Makoto Uezu, character designer LAM, and animation studio Polygon Pictures.
The announcement was accompanied by a teaser visual and teaser PV, offering the first look at the anime’s dark, apocalyptic world and its mysterious central characters, sisters Eva and Epica. Their voices have also been revealed, with Iori Saeki playing Eva and Yukari Anzai playing Epica.
Unlike an adaptation of an existing manga or novel, Maiden Blood is a completely original anime project created by Seiji Kishi, Makoto Uezu and Pony Canyon. The project is already attracting attention because of its unusual premise, dark fantasy setting and the reputation of its creative team.
A Dark Fantasy World Where Blood Becomes a Weapon
“Maiden Blood” is set in a world that has been devastated by demons.
In this ruined world, humanity’s blood has become extremely valuable. The story introduces a special group known as “Blood Battle Humans”, people whose blood and abilities allow them to fight against the demons threatening the remaining human population.
The official introduction describes humanity itself as the final weapon against the demons. The teaser material also establishes a particularly important relationship between the two central characters.
Epica, the younger sister, is described as an exceptionally powerful Blood Battle Human whose soul has been taken away. Eva, her older sister, was born unable to walk. Yet Eva possesses a unique ability: only her blood can awaken Epica’s dormant power.
This unusual connection between the sisters appears to be at the heart of the story.
Rather than simply focusing on battles between humans and demons, Maiden Blood looks set to explore the bond between Eva and Epica and the sacrifices required for humanity to survive.
Teaser PV Reveals Eva and Epica in Battle
The newly released teaser PV provides the first substantial glimpse at the anime’s action.
The video shows Eva and Epica confronting terrifying creatures in a devastated world, with blood functioning as a source of power and weaponry.
The footage emphasizes the contrast between the sisters’ elegant character designs and the violent, dangerous environment surrounding them.
The official announcement describes the PV as showcasing the sisters fighting fiercely, while Polygon Pictures highlights the combination of its visual production capabilities and LAM’s character designs as a major attraction of the project.
The teaser does not reveal every detail of the story, leaving plenty of questions about the origins of the Blood Battle Humans, the demons, and the circumstances that caused the world’s destruction.
That mystery is likely to be one of the major reasons fans will be watching future promotional videos.
Iori Saeki and Yukari Anzai Lead the Cast
The first two cast members announced for Maiden Blood are Iori Saeki as Eva and Yukari Anzai as Epica.
Iori Saeki as Eva
Saeki said she had been eagerly waiting for the project to be announced and was happy that information about the anime could finally be shared with the public.
She also explained that working on Maiden Blood allowed her to develop Eva from the ground up, giving her considerable freedom during the recording process.
That experience appears to have been especially meaningful because the characters were created specifically for this original production rather than being adapted from an established franchise.
Saeki expressed her hope that audiences will enter and experience the world of Maiden Blood for themselves.
Yukari Anzai as Epica
Yukari Anzai, who voices Epica, said the project immediately appealed to her when she first saw the audition materials.
She described Epica as a character who looks cool on the surface but has another side that becomes visible through her dialogue and actions outside of battle.
Anzai also emphasized the relationship between Epica and Eva and said she hopes viewers around the world will discover how the sisters survive together in their brutal environment.
Their contrasting personalities could become one of the most important elements of the series.
Seiji Kishi Directs the Original Anime
Seiji Kishi serves as director of Maiden Blood.
Kishi has worked on a wide range of anime, including “Assassination Classroom,” “Classroom of the Elite,” and “Blue Orchestra.”
For Maiden Blood, Kishi is taking on an original dark fantasy project rather than adapting an established story.
In his comment, Kishi enthusiastically described the anime as an ambitious Japanese dark fantasy and joked about how extreme some of the production material is.
His comments strongly suggest that the production team is aiming for a particularly intense tone.
He also encouraged viewers not to judge the project before seeing it, saying that he believes the finished anime will surprise audiences.
Makoto Uezu Wanted to Create Something “Dark and Hardcore”
Series composition is being handled by Makoto Uezu, whose credits include “Yuki Yuna Is a Hero,” “KONOSUBA: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World!” and “Kengan Ashura.”
Uezu explained that the idea behind the project dates back to around 2020.
After finishing another project, he told the producer that he wanted to create an action anime with fewer restrictions—something dark, intense,e and hardcore.
Several years later, that idea became Maiden Blood.
Uezu also explained that he drew inspiration from Western games known for muscular characters, intense combat and graphic imagery.
That background helps explain why the teaser PV has such a forceful visual identity.
The series is being positioned as a dark fantasy action anime, so viewers can expect battles to play a major role in the story.
LAM Brings the Characters to Life
Popular illustrator LAM is responsible for the original character designs.
LAM is known for creating visually distinctive characters, and the teaser visual immediately demonstrates the contrast between the sisters.
Eva and Epica have elegant but mysterious appearances, while the ruined world surrounding them gives the artwork a darker atmosphere.
LAM revealed that the project has been in development for several years and joked that there were many moments during meetings when she wondered whether the extreme material was really going to be produced.
She said she approached the project without holding back and described Maiden Blood as a thrilling and wicked dark fantasy with a huge variety of intense characters.
This combination of striking character art and a brutal setting could become one of the anime’s strongest visual features.
Polygon Pictures Handles Animation Production
Animation production for Maiden Blood is being handled by Polygon Pictures.
The studio is known for its extensive experience with 3DCG animation and has worked on projects such as Knights of Sidonia, Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy,gy and other large-scale productions.
For this project, Polygon Pictures says it aims to combine its visual production capabilities with LAM’s character designs to create dynamic battle sequences.
That makes the animation style another major point to watch.
Because the story revolves around powerful Blood Battle Humans fighting demons, the series will likely require frequent action sequences, large creatures, res and visually complex environments.
The teaser PV gives only a small preview of what the final animation could look like, so more footage will be important for understanding the full production style.
Music From a Major MONACA Team
The musical score is being created by Keiichi Okabe, Kuniyuki Takahashi and Taichi Jouraku, with Pony Canyon handling music production and MONACA providing production cooperation.
The combination of a dark fantasy setting and experienced composers could give Maiden Blood a distinctive atmosphere.
Music will be particularly important in a story centered on survival, sacrifice, and the relationship between two sisters.
A strong score could help differentiate the emotional scenes involving Eva and Epica from the larger-scale demon battles.
The Sisters’ Relationship Could Be the Heart of the Story
Although Maiden Blood is being promoted primarily as an action-focused dark fantasy, the premise suggests that the relationship between Eva and Epica will be equally important.
Eva cannot walk, while Epica is an extraordinarily powerful Blood Battle Human whose soul has been taken.
Yet Epica’s power can only be awakened through Eva’s blood.
This creates an unusual dynamic.
Eva is physically vulnerable, but her blood is essential to the survival of her powerful younger sister. Epica, meanwhile, possesses immense combat potential but depends on Eva in a completely different way.
Their relationship could therefore provide the emotional foundation beneath the action.
The story may explore themes such as sacrifice, family, survival, identity, and the value of human life.
Why “Maiden Blood” Is Already Attracting Attention
Several factors are contributing to the early interest in the anime.
First, it is a completely original story, meaning viewers do not need prior knowledge of a manga or light novel.
Second, the project brings together an experienced creative team:
Director: Seiji Kishi
Series Composition: Makoto Uezu
Original Character Design: LAM
Music: Keiichi Okabe, Kuniyuki Takahashi and Taichi Jouraku
Animation Production: Polygon Pictures
Third, the anime has a distinctive premise built around blood, demons,s and specially selected human warriors.
Finally, the teaser PV has already established a visually striking world and introduced two characters whose relationship appears central to the story.
“Maiden Blood” Release Date and Production Details
The anime is currently scheduled to air in 2027. A specific premiere date and broadcast schedule have not yet been announced.
TV Anime “Maiden Blood”
Release: 2027
Genre: Dark Fantasy / Action
Original Work: Seiji Kishi × Makoto Uezu × Pony Canyon
Director: Seiji Kishi
Series Composition: Makoto Uezu
Original Character Design: LAM
Sound Director: Satoki Iida
Music: Keiichi Okabe, Kuniyuki Takahashi, Taichi Jouraku
Music Production: Pony Canyon
Music Production Cooperation: MONACA
Animation Production: Polygon Pictures
Main Cast
Eva: Iori Saeki
Epica: Yukari Anzai
The official website and official social-media accounts are already available, with further information expected as the 2027 broadcast approaches.
What to Expect From “Maiden Blood”
For viewers who enjoy dark fantasy anime, Maiden Blood could be an interesting title to watch in 2027.
The series combines several familiar elements—demons, powerful warriors, apocalyptic settings and intense battles—but its blood-based power system and sister-centered story give it a distinct identity.
The project also appears to be deliberately targeting viewers who want something darker and more aggressive than a conventional fantasy adventure.
At the same time, the involvement of LAM and the experienced animation team suggests that the series will not rely solely on violence or action. Its visual design and character relationships are likely to play a major role in defining the anime’s identity.
Final Thoughts
“Maiden Blood” is shaping up to be one of the more intriguing original anime projects scheduled for 2027.
With Seiji Kishi directing, Makoto Uezu handling the series composition, LAM creating the characters, rs and Polygon Pictures producing the animation, the project has assembled a strong creative lineup.
The teaser PV has already introduced viewers to Eva and Epica, two sisters whose lives are deeply connected to the mysterious power of blood. Their relationship, combined with the demon-filled post-apocalyptic setting, gives the anime a strong foundation for both emotional storytelling and large-scale action.
There is still much that has not been revealed, including the full story, additional characters, the exact broadcast date, and further details about the Blood Battle Humans.
For now, however, the message from the creators is clear: “Maiden Blood” is being designed as a bold, dark and uncompromising original fantasy.
As more information is revealed, the anime could become one of the most closely watched original dark fantasy titles of 2027.
