by Hanon and Kotoha, the two members of the musical duo Hakoniwa Lily, are set to appear as guest voice actresses in Episode 6 of the television anime The World’s Strongest Witch, I Started. The announcement was made on November 9, 2026, alongside the release of the episode’s story synopsis and preview stills.
The duo, who perform the anime’s opening theme song, “Eikyōryoku ∞ Idol,” will lend their voices to two guards working in the port town of Aquas. Their guest appearances will take place in Episode 6, titled “I Tried Becoming a God!”, which is scheduled to broadcast in Japan on November 11.
The upcoming episode follows Rona Hermit as she visits Aquas to board a ship heading towards the royal capital. However, her long-awaited sightseeing trip takes an unexpected turn when she discovers that the port town is facing a serious crisis.
Aquas is regularly threatened by a mysterious event known as the “Wednesday Quest.” With the market closed and residents fleeing in fear, the town is on the verge of destruction. Determined to help the people, Rona joins forces with adventurer guild master Aries and the residents to fight a large group of monsters along the coast.
With Hakoniwa Lily’s Hanon and Kotoha joining the voice cast, Episode 6 will feature a special appearance by the singers behind the anime’s opening theme.
Hakoniwa Lily Members Hanon and Kotoha to Appear as Town Guards
One of the highlights of Episode 6 is the guest appearance of Hanon and Kotoha, the two vocalists who make up Hakoniwa Lily.
The duo performs the opening theme song for the anime, “Eikyōryoku ∞ Idol,” produced in collaboration with HoneyWorks. Now, they will also participate in the television series as guest voice actresses.
According to the official announcement, Hanon and Kotoha will portray two guards in the port town of Aquas.
Their characters will appear during Rona’s visit to the town, where the residents are struggling to survive the recurring monster attacks associated with the Wednesday Quest.
Although the announcement has not revealed extensive character profiles or detailed dialogue for the two guards, their participation adds a special connection between the anime’s music and its story.
It is also an opportunity for fans of Hakoniwa Lily to hear the singers in a voice-acting role rather than only through the opening theme.
The production team has encouraged viewers to pay attention to the interactions between Rona and the guards during the episode.
Episode 6 “I Tried Becoming a God!”: Rona Arrives in Aquas
Episode 6, titled “I Tried Becoming a God!”, takes Rona to the port town of Aquas.
Rona has been looking forward to visiting the seaside town, which serves as an important departure point for ships travelling to the royal capital. She hopes to enjoy the scenery and experience the town as part of her adventure.
However, the situation is far worse than she expected.
Aquas is suffering from the repeated threat of the Wednesday Quest, a recurring crisis that brings monsters to the area every week. The constant danger has made everyday life difficult for the residents.
The market has closed, people are running away in despair, and the once-anticipated sightseeing destination is now facing the possibility of destruction.
After witnessing the condition of the town, Rona decides that she cannot simply ignore the residents’ suffering. She joins forces with Aries Tia Blue Moon, the town’s adventurer guild master, and other local people to confront the threat.
Their plan involves facing a large group of monsters gathered along the coast.
Rona originally came to Aquas to enjoy a relaxing visit before continuing her journey. Instead, she finds herself involved in another major battle.
The episode promises a mixture of fantasy action, comedy, and Rona’s characteristically overwhelming abilities.
Who Is Aries Tia Blue Moon?
Another important character in Episode 6 is Aries Tia Blue Moon, the adventurer guild master of Aquas.
Aries is introduced as a capable, composed, and highly skilled woman who plays an important role in protecting the town. She is one of the people Rona encounters after arriving in Aquas.
However, her personality has a humorous side that makes her character particularly memorable.
According to the official episode preview, Aries has an unusual weakness: when she sees an especially cute girl, she struggles to control an exaggerated, middle-aged-man-like side of her personality.
Rona’s overwhelming cuteness therefore creates an unexpected challenge for Aries.
The preview stills highlight Aries smiling warmly and reacting to Rona with heart-shaped eyes. These moments suggest that the episode will balance the danger facing Aquas with the series’ familiar light-hearted comedy.
Her relationship with Rona is likely to provide some of the episode’s funniest moments, especially as the two work together to protect the town.
New Preview Stills Feature Rona and the Six Archbishops
Along with the episode synopsis, the production team has released several preview stills showing some of the characters and situations viewers can expect.
One particularly unusual image features Rona standing alongside the mysterious black-robed group known as the Six Archbishops, who are associated with plans to bring about the destruction of the world.
The still shows Rona and the group striking cheerful poses together, creating a surprising contrast with their sinister reputation.
Other images focus on Aries and her reactions to Rona, including a scene in which she appears completely captivated by the young witch’s cuteness.
These preview images highlight the anime’s unusual sense of humour. Even when the story involves dangerous enemies and large-scale threats, it often places its characters in unexpectedly funny situations.
The contrast between the serious fantasy setting and the characters’ exaggerated reactions is one of the elements that gives the series its distinctive tone.
What Is The World’s Strongest Witch, I Started About?
The World’s Strongest Witch, I Started is an adventure fantasy series based on the light novel written by Mochimaru Sakaki and illustrated by riritto.
The story follows Rona Hermit, a young girl who is expelled from her family after awakening what appears to be an extremely weak skill.
However, her supposedly useless ability turns out to be something extraordinary.
Rona possesses an SSS-rank cheat skill called Internet, which allows her to access strategy guides and other modern knowledge from within her fantasy world.
In a world where adventurers normally have to rely on experience, information, and difficult trial-and-error methods, Rona can search for solutions using her unusual ability.
She can look up information about quests, discover ways to overcome difficult challenges, and use knowledge from the Internet to make her adventures much easier.
Her ability also allows her to obtain valuable items and powerful equipment, giving her an enormous advantage over ordinary adventurers.
Rather than seeking fame or becoming involved in complicated political conflicts, Rona wants to enjoy a peaceful and free life.
Unfortunately, her overwhelming abilities repeatedly pull her into unexpected adventures.
The series follows her chaotic daily life as she travels through the fantasy world, meets unusual characters, and handles dangerous situations with surprising ease.
Why Is Rona’s Internet Skill So Powerful?
The central joke of the series comes from the difference between how Rona’s skill initially appears and what it can actually do.
When she first awakens the ability, it is treated as a weak skill. This misunderstanding leads to her expulsion from her family.
But the skill’s true nature is far more powerful.
Instead of giving Rona only one specific magical ability, Internet provides access to information that can help her overcome a wide variety of problems.
For example, she can search for information about difficult quests, learn how to use unfamiliar items, and find strategies for defeating powerful enemies.
This makes her ability extremely versatile.
The fantasy world around her operates according to familiar adventure-game rules, including skills, quests, equipment, and monsters. Rona’s access to online information gives her a unique advantage because she can approach these challenges with knowledge that other characters do not possess.
The comedy often comes from watching Rona solve situations that appear impossible to everyone else with an unexpectedly simple solution.
Her lack of awareness about just how extraordinary her abilities are also contributes to the series’ humour.
Opening and Ending Theme Songs
Music is another important part of the anime’s identity.
The opening theme, “Eikyōryoku ∞ Idol,” is performed by HoneyWorks feat. Hakoniwa Lily. The song features the voices of Hanon and Kotoha, who will also appear as guest voice actresses in Episode 6.
The ending theme is “Hoshi wo Meguru,” performed by Rokudenashi.
Hakoniwa Lily is a female vocal duo consisting of Hanon and Kotoha. The group made its major-label debut in 2021 and has released songs across different musical styles, including anime theme songs.
The duo is associated with the creative music unit HoneyWorks and has participated in several music projects and anime collaborations.
Their guest appearance in Episode 6 creates an additional connection between the series’ opening music and its characters.
What to Expect From Episode 6
Episode 6 brings together several elements that define the series: Rona’s extraordinary skill, unusual characters, fantasy battles, and unexpected comedy.
The arrival in Aquas initially appears to be a chance for Rona to enjoy a peaceful sightseeing trip. However, the recurring Wednesday Quest quickly changes her plans.
The residents need help, Aries is dealing with a dangerous situation, and monsters are threatening the town.
Rona’s decision to join the battle gives viewers another opportunity to see how her Internet skill changes the way she approaches difficult challenges.
The episode will also introduce Hanon and Kotoha in their guest voice roles, giving fans of the opening theme an additional reason to watch.
With the preview stills teasing funny interactions between Rona, Aries, and the mysterious Six Archbishops, the upcoming instalment looks set to deliver another entertaining chapter in the witch’s adventure.
Episode 6 of The World’s Strongest Witch, I Started, airs in Japan on November 11, 2026. Fans can look forward to Hanon and Kotoha’s guest appearances as Aqua’s guards, along with Rona’s latest attempt to overcome an unexpected crisis.
