The October TV anime Potion, Waga Mi o Tasukeru（ポーション、わが身を助ける） unveils three new voices: Yū Kobayashi as the wolf-woman Karudeno（カルデノ）, Miharu Hanai as the fairy Nina（ニナ）, and Yurika Moriyama as dragon-hunter leader Rei（レイ）. The series begins on TOKYO MX, Thu 25:00—that’s effectively Fri 1:00 JST on October 3 for the premiere following the Oct 2 late-night broadcast slot. If you’re outside Japan, keep an eye on official channels for streaming details.
New Voices Power October’s Potion, Waga Mi o Tasukeru
The fall adaptation adds three performers to its voice roster. Yū Kobayashi plays Karudeno（カルデノ）, Miharu Hanai brings Nina（ニナ） to life, and Yurika Moriyama voices Rei（レイ）. It’s a trio that covers ferocity, whimsy, and battlefield leadership—exactly the tonal range this isekai survival story likes to bounce between. 🎙️
Meet Karudeno, Nina, and Rei: Roles, Traits, and First Impressions
Karudeno looks like the kind of veteran you want on your side when the woods get loud—expect dry humor, sharp instincts, and a protective streak. With Kobayashi’s track record (Sasha in Attack on Titan, Ayame in Gintama, Thistle in Delicious in Dungeon), fans can anticipate quick shifts between comedy and intensity. Nina is the compact spark plug: a fairy whose curiosity and speed keep scenes lively; Hanai’s recent roles hint at a bright, agile delivery. Rei, meanwhile, anchors the human action: a composed, tactical lead for a band of dragon hunters. Moriyama tends to project clarity and focus—good news when orders have to cut through chaos. 🐺🧚♀️🐉
Late-Night Slot Explained: TOKYO MX Thu 25:00 = Fri 1:00 JST
The show airs on TOKYO MX starting Thursday 25:00. In Japanese TV notation, “25:00” means the broadcast happens after midnight—so the premiere plays at 01:00 JST on Friday, October 3, in the late-night window associated with Oct 2. If you track airtimes internationally, set reminders for early Friday in Japan. 🕒
Quick Primer on the Hero Bunko Fantasy and Its Manga Run
High-schooler Kaede wakes in a world of beastfolk, elves, and dragons—and discovers a mysterious book that lets her generate potions by incantation. Survival becomes a craft: healing, trading, improvising, and learning how far a bottle can take you when home feels far away. The original novel by Akira Iwafune (Hero Bunko) spans ten volumes, and the manga by Yoshishi Tobe has reached chapter 15.
Inside AnimationID and the ‘Light Anime®’ Production Approach
This project is the fifth title from AnimationID, a joint initiative by IMAGICA Infos and DNP. Under the Light Anime® banner, the pipeline emphasizes faster turnaround and cost efficiency compared with conventional TV anime workflows, bringing print-origin IP to screens more nimbly while keeping the heart of the material intact.
Official Links for Broadcast Updates, Previews, and Extras
For on-air details and news, start with the official project page and AnimationID on X. To explore the source material, check Hero Bunko’s site and the label’s YouTube channel. Comic updates are collected via Hero Comics.
Tune In and Meet the New Voices on TOKYO MX
Set your reminder for Thu 25:00 → Fri 1:00 JST, October 3 and catch the premiere on TOKYO MX. Want a head start? Skim the light novel (10 vols) or the manga (15 chapters) and then listen for the new cast—Yū Kobayashi（カルデノ）, Miharu Hanai（ニナ）, and Yurika Moriyama（レイ）.
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