The official website for “Beheneko: The Elf-Girl’s Cat is Secretly an S-Ranked Monster!” has released its second promotional video, confirming a premiere date in Japan. The announcement showcases the series’ closing theme “Rimi”, performed by Poka Poka Ion.
Production Details and Dual Release Strategy
The adaptation will feature two distinct versions:
- A “Regular Version” with standard television censorship
- A “Refreshing Steam Version” offering uncensored content
Both versions are scheduled for simultaneous release.
Literary Origins and Publication History
The story originated on Shousetsuka ni Narou in , with Nozomi Ginyoku as the original creator. Micro Magazine subsequently published a print edition featuring Mitsuki Yano’s illustrations, though it paused after two volumes in . The manga adaptation by Tarou Shinonome continues its serialisation in Hakusensha’s Young Animal magazine since , achieving remarkable success with over 1.2 million copies in circulation across 11 volumes.
Distinguished Production Team
The production team includes:
- Director: Tetsuo Hirakawa (Known for “Zero kara Hajimeru Mahou no Sho”)
- Script Supervision: Kanichi Katou (“Kage no Jitsuryokusha ni Naritakute!”)
- Character Design: Tomoyuki Abe (“Bakegyamon”)
- Musical Score: Yusuke Shirato (“Kunoichi Tsubaki no Mune no Uchi”)
The animation production represents a collaborative effort between ZERO-G and Saber Works studios.
Notable Voice Cast
The voice cast includes:
- Tama: Tasuku Hatanaka
- Tama (Cat Form): Riho Sugiyama
- Aria: Hinaki Yano
- Vulcan: Tomori Kusunoki
- Stella: Hitomi Ueda
Narrative Overview
Set in the labyrinthine city of Luwin, the story follows a reincarnated knight who awakens as a Behemoth, an S-ranked monster, but appears as an ordinary housecat. His path crosses with Aria, a D-ranked adventurer who adopts him as “Tama”. Despite his formidable monster abilities, he chooses to become her protector, leading to extraordinary adventures through monster-filled corridors.
