The winter anime "Marriage Ring Story," scheduled to air in January 2024, is a fantasy romantic comedy about newlyweds in another world. The story follows the protagonist Sato, who follows his childhood friend, the heroine Hime, to another world. In order to defeat the mysterious "Abyss King," who poses a threat to the world, he marries five princesses of various races and collects the rings they possess. This time, we've compiled information about the author, production staff, cast, and other information about "Marriage Ring Story," a winter anime that is sure to be a hot topic!
An overview of "Marriage Ring Story"!
The Wedding Ring Story began serialization in Square Enix's monthly Big Gangan magazine in 2014, and as of January 2023, 13 volumes have been published. While the title is similar to J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, the storyline is largely different. However, there are some commonalities in the worldview and other settings. An anime adaptation was announced in January 2023 and is scheduled to begin airing in January 2024.
A brief synopsis of The Wedding Ring Story!
An ordinary high school boy falls in love with his childhood friend, Himeno Nonaka (Hime). One day, she tells him that she must return to her distant hometown. In fact, Hime is a resident of the other world, Arnusul, and has returned to fulfill her mission. On the day that Hime departs for the other world, Sato rushes to her side and they end up traveling together. In Arnusul, the world is in danger due to the resurrection of the Abyss King. To defeat the Abyss King, the Ring King, who has collected the five rings possessed by the five princesses, is needed. Sato, who ended up in another world, is suddenly tasked by Hime with becoming the Ring King and saving the world. He marries five princesses and sets out on a journey to obtain five rings.
About Meibee, the author of The Wedding Ring Story!
Meibee, the creators of The Wedding Ring Story, are a duo of manga artists: Meibee, the illustrator, and Linlin, the story writer. While working for general-audience manga magazines, they also work for adult manga magazines, and The Wedding Ring Story contains several borderline sexually explicit scenes. Representative works include "Dusk Maiden of Amnesia," which was serialized from 2009 to 2013, and "To the Abandoned Sacred Beasts," which was serialized from 2014 to 2023. "To the Abandoned Sacred Beasts" was adapted into an anime in July 2019.
The Wedding Ring Story is produced by Staple Entertainment!!
The Wedding Ring Story is produced by Staple Entertainment! Staple Entertainment is an anime production company established in February 2020. It was established in the same location as Hoods Entertainment Mate's headquarters. Since its establishment, Hoods Entertainment Mate ceased operations and withdrew from the business, making Staple Entertainment the de facto successor company.
Introducing Staple Entertainment's Representative Works!
Kinso no Vermeil
This anime is based on a manga currently being serialized in Square Enix's Monthly Shonen Gangan magazine. The original title of the series is "Golden Vermeil: A Magician on the Brink of Destruction Advances Through the Magical World Against the Greatest Calamity," and it aired from July to September 2022. Alto Goldfield, a student at a magic school, accidentally finds a book on summoning magic and summons the female demon Vermeil. Vermeil is a powerful demon feared since ancient times. This fantasy romantic comedy follows the protagonist as he ends up spending his school life with her.
Three Seconds Later, the Beast. ~The Man in the Corner at a Mixer Turns Out to be Carnivorous
This anime is based on a teen love manga currently being serialized in Comic Seymour and other publications. It aired from April to June 2022. It's based on a teen love story that includes sexual depictions, and is a so-called "monk"-themed work. A premium version for adults is available on the anime streaming site AnimeFesta.
Actually, I'm the Strongest?
This anime is based on a work posted on Shosetsuka ni Narou and a light novel published by Kodansha's K Ranobe Books. It aired from July to October 2023. This fantasy reincarnation story begins when the protagonist, a recluse who was bullied in the real world, is promised an incredible cheat and the status of the son of royalty. He tries to enjoy a carefree reclusive life, but is abandoned by his parents due to a misunderstanding.
Currently Known Cast of "Marriage Ring Story"!!
Sato CV: Gen Sato
The voice actor who plays the protagonist, Sato, is Gen Sato! Born March 22, 1997, Gen Sato is from Kanagawa Prefecture and is affiliated with I'm Enterprise! Her notable roles include Chrome in "Dr. Stone," Tomozaki Fumiya in "Weak Character Tomozaki-kun," Yamori Kou in "Yofukashi no Uta," and Rokudo Momosuke in "Rokudo no Onna-tachi."
Hime (Nonaka Himeno/Crystle Novati Nocanatica) Voiced by: Kito Akari
The voice actress for the heroine Hime (Nonaka Himeno/Crystle Novati Nocanatica) is Kito Akari! Akari Kitou, born October 16, 1994, is a voice actress from Aichi Prefecture affiliated with Raccoon Dog! Her notable roles include Nezuko Kamado in "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba," Suzune Horikita in "Classroom of the Elite," Kotoko Iwanaga in "Insanity Reasoning," and Seiun Sky in "Uma Musume: Pretty Derby."
Nefritis Romka CV: Miyuri Shimabukuro
Miyuri Shimabukuro is the voice actress for the elf princess, Nefritis Romka! Born December 6, 1994, Miyuri Shimabukuro is a voice actress from Okinawa Prefecture affiliated with Osawa Agency! Her notable works include the role of Nozomi Onda in "Sayonara Watashi no Cramer," the role of Ringo Tatara in "Battle in 5 Seconds After Meeting," the role of Carla Amatsu in "The Hikikomori Vampire Princess's Worries," and the role of Yuragi-sou no Yuuna-san.
Granato Nidakitta CV: Hitomi Ueda
The cat princess Granato. Nidakitta is voiced by Hitomi Ueda! Hitomi Ueda, born July 29th in Kyoto Prefecture, is a voice actress affiliated with Aoni Productions! Her notable roles include Daizu in "Mame Neko," Gold Ship in "Uma Musume Pretty Derby," and Rayleigh Haltear in "Warlords of Sigrdrifa."
Sapphire Martha Voiced by Ai Kakuma
Ai Kakuma is the voice actress for the dragon-man princess, Saphir Martha! Ai Kakuma was born September 9th, 1988 in Fukuoka Prefecture and is affiliated with Mausu Promotion! Her notable roles include the role of Sento Isuzu in "Amagi Brilliant Park," the role of Kominato Ruuko in "Selector Infected WIXOSS," the role of Nancy Schall Bancroft in "To the Abandoned Sacred Beasts," and the role of Nijigaoka Mashiro/Cure Prism in "Spreading Sky! PreCure."
Ambar Idanokan CV: Mikako Komatsu
Mikako Komatsu voices Ambar Idanokan, the mechanical princess left behind by the dwarves! Mikako Komatsu, born November 11, 1988, is a voice actress from Kuwana City, Mie Prefecture, affiliated with Hirata Office! Her notable roles include Mizuki Kotori in "Yu-Gi-Oh! ZEXAL," Iori Sei in "Gundam Build Fighters," Zen'in Maki in "Jujutsu Kaisen," and Fujimiya in "Uncle from Another World"!
[The Wedding Ring Story] Production and Cast Information Summary
Here's a summary of information about the 2024 winter anime "The Wedding Ring Story," including the original author, production, and cast! The original work is by the author of "To the Abandoned Sacred Beasts," which was adapted into an anime in 2019, and is characterized by its captivating fantasy worldview. In addition, it features many captivating heroines, making it one of the most anticipated winter anime! I can't wait to see what the anime adaptation will be like!
