The light novel-based anime "The Genius Prince's Guide to Reviving a Nation Out of Debt," scheduled to air in the Winter 2022 season, tells the story of Prince Wayne, a genius who revives a kingdom lacking money, resources, and human resources with his exceptional intellect, political power, and drive. Today, we'd like to introduce the characters!
Synopsis of The Genius Prince's Guide to Reviving a Nation Out of Debt
Prince Wayne of the Kingdom of Natra, a weak nation lacking in money, resources, and human resources, is thrust into the role of national government at a young age due to the king's health issues. The people trusted Wayne, with his genius intellect and political power, as a wise ruler, but Wayne quickly abandoned his nation, which was destitute, and instead planned to sell it and live a life of leisure. However, when the international situation takes a major turn for the worse, Wayne is forced to frantically navigate an unpredictable situation. He demonstrates his abilities to the fullest, and contrary to his own expectations, Wayne ends up gaining fame and leading his country to prosperity.
Character 1: Wayne Salema Albarest
When the King of the Kingdom of Natra falls ill, Wayne is entrusted with the country's affairs at a young age. He excels in all aspects, including intelligence, political ability, courage, and physical strength, and is highly regarded both at home and abroad. However, Wayne knows that the Kingdom of Natra has no future, and he wants to sell the country and live a life of leisure and comfort. Although he dislikes attracting attention and causing trouble, he achieves more than he expected and is caught up in an unstable international situation, which leads to his fame rising contrary to his own expectations and leading his struggling nation to prosperity.
He also has a fierce side
He is a thoughtful person who always calculates the pros and cons, proceeds calmly and coolly, and works behind the scenes to achieve the best results. However, he is also furious at his own family, and is so fierce that he will kill even the king of another country without question if his aide Nini and his family are insulted.
Character 2: Ninim Raleigh
Wayne's childhood friend and aide. Calm and collected, she is Wayne's most trusted and understanding person. Skilled in disguise and espionage, she is always by Wayne's side. Ninim herself is intelligent and sharp, and while she understands Wayne's true nature and thoughts, she is one of the few people who can speak frankly to him. While she complains about Wayne's reckless behavior, she also provides perfect support.
A Discriminated Race
A beautiful girl of the Flamm race, with beautiful white hair and distinctive red eyes. However, the Flam people are a race that faces severe discrimination outside of the Natra Kingdom, and their mastery of disguise is a way to escape persecution. She has a strong bond with Wayne, and his sister, Flannya, wants her to marry him.
Character 3: Flannya Elk Arbalest
The princess of the Natra Kingdom. Wayne's younger sister, she adores her brother and trusts him completely. She has an honest and kind personality, but also has a wise side. She also adores Ninim and hopes that they will marry one day. Flannya also has a Flam aide named Nanaki.
Character 4: Rowellmina Aaswald
The second princess of the Aaswald Empire, whom Wayne attempted to betray. She was a classmate of Wayne's when he studied abroad, and at the time she called herself Rowa Felvis, a provincial aristocrat. Her sharp intellect was so clear that Wayne recognized her true identity, and she often got Wayne into trouble.
The Ambitious Princess
The sudden death of the current king of the Aswald Empire, once thought to be safe, has sparked a succession crisis. This has led to her ambition to become empress herself. To this end, she plots to involve Wayne and puts her name forward in the marriage proposal. She has a fond feeling for Wayne and admires his relationship with Ninim.
Character 5: Fish Brandel
A woman stationed at the Imperial Embassy in Natla. Because of its geographical importance to the Empire, she negotiates with Wayne to secure favorable terms. With the idea that the Kingdom of Natra would eventually become a vassal state, she provided the Empire with funds and know-how. Although a talented woman, she was ultimately outwitted by Wayne and fell from grace. She was later discovered by Rowellmina and became his secretary, a beautiful woman with glasses and large breasts.
The Great Fumble
The idea of funneling Imperial military know-how and funds to Natra as a stepping stone to eventually becoming a vassal state, combined with Wayne's desire to sell his country and live a leisurely life, was supposed to result in a mutually desirable outcome. However, the sudden death of the current king of the Empire ruined the plan, forcing the withdrawal of the Natra garrison forces. As a result, Natra ended up receiving only funds and know-how. Rowellmina believed that Wayne had outwitted her in every way, but in fact, it was a complete misunderstanding, as it was a huge fumble for Wayne as well.
Character ⑥: Nanaki Raleigh
A Fram boy who serves Flanya. He is quiet and blunt, but cares deeply for Flanya. He is also strong and skilled in stealth and disguises, so he is often asked by Wayne to work behind the scenes.
Character 7: Xeno/Xenovia
After the Kingdom of Marden was attacked and destroyed by Cavalline, the rebel army gathered under the leadership of the second prince, Helmut, who escaped the attack. Wayne was attacked on the way to Cavalline, and the rebels rescued him. He traveled to Cavalline with Wayne on Helmut's behalf. Although he appears male, it's clear that he's a woman, but for adult reasons he pretends to be male. He has a hot-headed personality and harbors an extraordinary hatred for Cavalline, who destroyed his country, and for Holovier, who sold it.
In fact...
Her true identity is the princess of the Kingdom of Marden. She was shunned from the royal palace for admonishing her father's tyranny. As a result, she managed to escape and survive when Marden invaded Cavalline and her father was killed. She subsequently assumed the name of Second Prince Helmut and led a rebel army. However, she accompanied Wayne and, upon seeing Wayne's exchange with the Electors in Cavalline, learned the truth. Despite having the opportunity to liberate Marden and achieve independence, she chose to submit to Natla. This proposal would have caused Wayne even more trouble, but in a fit of anger, she brutally murdered Cavalline's King, Oldrasse. While Wayne was busy dealing with the aftermath of the ensuing chaos, she managed to outwit him by making arrangements behind the scenes.
[The Genius Prince's Guide to Reviving a Nation from a Red Debt] Character Summary
Here's a summary of the characters from "The Genius Prince's Guide to Reviving a Nation from a Red Debt," which will begin airing in winter 2022. The characters are adorable, and the story is easy to understand and entertaining. This is one of the most anticipated winter anime, so be sure to check it out!
