Publisher Earth Star Entertainment announced via press release that A Tale of the Secret Saint (Japanese: Tensei Shita Daiseijo Wa, Seijo de Au Koto Wo Hitakakusu), the light novel series by Touya, will receive an anime adaptation.
While production details remain undisclosed, the voice cast was revealed, featuring:
- Shion Wakayama as protagonist Fia Ruud
- Shinnosuke Tokudome as Zavilia
- Yuichiro Umehara as Saviz Nav
- Nobunaga Shimazaki as Cyril Sutherland
The announcement included heartfelt comments from Touya and illustrator Chibi, celebrating the milestone.
Voice Cast
- Shion Wakayama (Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba) as Fia Ruud, a struggling knight-in-training who rediscovers her past life as a legendary saint.
- Shinnosuke Tokudome (My Hero Academia) as Zavilia, a dragon adversary turned pivotal figure in Fia’s journey.
- Yuichiro Umehara (Attack on Titan) as Saviz Nav, a knight with ties to Fia’s past.
- Nobunaga Shimazaki (Fate/Zero) as Cyril Sutherland, a noble knight entangled in Fia’s quest for self-acceptance.
Author and Artist Reactions
Touya (Author): “I am deeply grateful to readers, Chibi-san, AOBE-san, Kainan-san, and Earth Star Entertainment for making this anime adaptation possible. Seeing Fia and the others come to life onscreen is a dream come true. Thank you for your unwavering support!”
Chibi (Illustrator): “I’ve long believed this cheerful, heartfelt story deserved an anime adaptation. It’s an honor to contribute to this project. I can’t wait to share the animated Fia’s journey with everyone!”
Publication History and Manga Adaptation
Touya’s light novels debuted on the user-generated platform Shōsetsuka ni Narō in January 2019 before Earth Star Entertainment began publishing print editions with Chibi’s illustrations in June 2019. A manga adaptation by Mahito Aobe launched in November 2019 via Comic Earth Star, expanding the series’ reach.
Synopsis
Fia Ruud, born into a family of revered knights, lacks the innate talent of her peers but trains relentlessly to prove herself. During a critical test against a lesser demon, she faces a dragon and sustains a mortal wound—triggering memories of her past life as a saint who once defeated the Demon King. Though her resurrected powers could make her a legendary knight, Fia grapples with trauma from her past, fearing the burdens of sainthood. As she navigates this second chance, she must reconcile her fears with her newfound strength to survive and redefine her destiny.
A Tale of the Secret Saint blends isekai, action, and introspective drama, exploring themes of self-worth and redemption. With a seasoned voice cast and the creative team’s enthusiasm, the anime adaptation aims to captivate fans of reincarnation narratives and character-driven stories.
