by The first episode scene cuts and story details for the original TV anime “Aoki Denshou: Welsh & Shedar” have been revealed ahead of its October 2, 2026, premiere. The new fantasy adventure follows Welsh, a kind-hearted young boy who loves cooking, and Shedar, a prince destined to become king. Their lives are set on a collision course by a legendary artifact known as the Dofus.
The first episode introduces Welsh and his peaceful life in the countryside before an unexpected event changes everything. As the newly released scene cuts suggest, the series is preparing to move from a warm, everyday atmosphere into a much larger adventure involving magic, prophecy, political conflict, and the fate of an entire world.
What Is “Aoki Denshou: Welsh & Shedar” About?
“Aoki Denshou: Welsh & Shedar” is an original fantasy anime from Ankama, the French company known internationally for the Dofus universe. The anime is being produced as a Japanese-French collaboration, with Studio Massket handling animation production. The series is scheduled to begin broadcasting on TOKYO MX on October 2, 2026.
At the center of the story are two young men from completely different backgrounds.
Welsh is a countryside boy who enjoys cooking and lives a relatively peaceful life. Shedar, meanwhile, is a young prince who is expected to become king one day. Although their lives appear to have little in common, a chance encounter sets their destinies on the same path.
The story revolves around the Dofus, legendary objects said to possess enormous power and connected to the creation of the world. As different forces seek control of this power, Welsh and Shedar become caught in a conflict much larger than themselves.
The anime combines adventure, fantasy, magic, dragons, prophecy, food, and medieval-inspired world-building, giving it a broad range of themes for viewers to explore.
Episode 1: Welsh’s Peaceful Everyday Life Comes to an End
The first episode focuses initially on Welsh and the quiet life he shares with his adoptive mother and cooking mentor, Mama Caroni.
Welsh is portrayed as a kind-hearted young man who has grown up in the countryside. His passion for cooking is an important part of his character, giving the opening of the series a warmer and more relaxed atmosphere than a typical fantasy adventure.
However, that peaceful routine does not last.
According to the episode information, a certain incident suddenly disrupts Welsh’s ordinary life and becomes the first major step toward his future adventure. The released scene cuts offer a glimpse of the contrast between Welsh’s everyday surroundings and the dangers that await him.
This change is expected to serve as the starting point for Welsh’s larger journey, as he gradually discovers that his life is connected to a much greater destiny.
The Dofus and a Prophecy
One of the biggest mysteries surrounding the anime is the legendary Dofus.
The story describes the Dofus as an extraordinary item associated with the creation of the world. Its power becomes central to the conflict between Welsh, Shedar, and the forces attempting to control the world.
Shedar also has an important connection to a prophecy. According to the series’ story information, he foretells the downfall of his mother, Zabelle, and the arrival of a boy with azure-blue eyes who will bring an end to her power. That boy is Welsh.
This gives the two protagonists an intriguing connection even before they fully understand what their meeting means.
While Welsh begins the story as an ordinary young cook, the prophecy suggests that he could eventually become a key figure in the struggle for the future of the world.
A Fantasy Adventure Beyond the Village
Welsh’s journey eventually expands far beyond his quiet home.
After his life is turned upside down, he becomes involved in a conflict surrounding the Dofus and the powerful ruler Zabelle Sheran Sharm, the queen of Bonta and guardian of the Ebony Dofus. The story describes her as seeking to unite the nations of the World of Twelve while ruling through overwhelming power.
Welsh will not face these dangers alone. He is accompanied by his loyal friend Béchamel, as well as adventurers including Joris and Khan Karkass. Together, they become involved in a journey that could determine the future of their world.
This setup suggests that the series will gradually expand from a personal coming-of-age story into a larger fantasy adventure involving kingdoms, magical artifacts, dragons, and political conflict.
Welsh and Shedar’s Contrasting Characters
One of the most interesting aspects of “Welsh & Shedar” is the contrast between its two central characters.
Welsh comes from a rural environment and is connected to everyday life, cooking, and ordinary people. Shedar, on the other hand, has grown up as a prince and carries the responsibilities and expectations associated with his position.
Their different backgrounds provide an important foundation for the story.
Rather than simply presenting two heroes with similar personalities, the anime places two young men with very different experiences at the center of the same conflict. Their eventual relationship is expected to become one of the key elements of the narrative.
Main Cast and Staff
The Japanese voice cast features several well-known performers.
Rikuya Yasuda voices Welsh, while Yuki Kaji plays Shedar. The supporting cast includes Yuko Kaida as Zabel, Makoto Furukawa as Joris, Wataru Takagi as Khan Karkass, and Risa Kageyama as Bechamel. Lisa Hayamizu voices Mama Caroni, while Sho Hayami plays Azalar.
The series is directed by Naoki Horiuchi, with Saori Nakashiki handling character design. Tot is credited with the original story, script, and series-composition concept, while Kenichi Yamashita is responsible for the Japanese version’s series composition. Music is composed by Pierre-Jean Beaudoin and Jose Pavli.
The anime’s main promotional material has also revealed an opening theme performed as a duet by Hironobu Kageyama and Masami Okui, adding another notable element to the series’ launch.
“Welsh & Shedar” Episode 1 Broadcast and Streaming
The first episode of “Aoki Denshou: Welsh & Shedar” is scheduled to premiere on Friday, October 2, 2026, on TOKYO MX at 9:25 p.m. JST. The series is planned as a fall 2026 TV anime.
The provided broadcast information is:
- TOKYO MX: Fridays at 9:25 p.m., starting October 2, 2026
- d Anime Store / U-NEXT: October 2 at 10:00 p.m.
- ABEMA, FOD, DMM TV, Hulu, J: COM STREAM, Lemino, Prime Video, TELASA, Anime Hodai, Nico Nico, Bandai Channel and other services: Streaming begins October 7, according to the supplied schedule.
Streaming availability can vary by region and platform, so viewers should check their local service listings before watching.
A New Fantasy Story Begins
The newly released Episode 1 scene cuts provide the first detailed look at the world of “Aoki Denshou: Welsh & Shedar.” The contrast between Welsh’s peaceful countryside life and the enormous conflict waiting beyond it appears to be an important part of the anime’s opening.
With a legendary Dofus, a mysterious prophecy, a young prince, a cooking-loving protagonist, powerful enemies, and a world facing political upheaval, the series has several story elements that could gradually come together as the adventure develops.
For viewers looking for a new original fantasy anime in Fall 2026, “Aoki Denshou: Welsh & Shedar” offers a story that combines traditional adventure elements with a distinctive food-related side to its protagonist.
The anime begins on October 2, 2026, and the first episode will show exactly how Welsh’s ordinary life begins to change—and how his path eventually becomes connected to Shedar and the fate of the World of Twelve.
“Aoki Denshou: Welsh & Shedar” — Anime Details
Original Story: Tot
Director: Naoki Horiuchi
Character Design: Saori Nakashiki
Chief Animation Directors: Saori Nakashiki, Yoshiaki Tsubata, Yuki Ikeda
Color Design: Eri Suzuki
Art Setting: Lucas Cisterne
Sound Director: Jun Watanabe
Music: Pierre-Jean Beaudoin, Jose Pavli
Animation Production: Studio Massket
Production: Ankama / Studio Dream Catcher
Cast
- Welsh: Rikuya Yasuda
- Shedar: Yuki Kaji
- Zabel: Yuko Kaida
- Joris: Makoto Furukawa
- Khan Karkass: Wataru Takagi
- Bechamel: Risa Kageyama
- Mama Caroni: Lisa Hayamizu
- Azalar: Sho Hayami
