Prepare for a feathered fury! Adult Swim is unleashing an anime adaptation of Shu Sakuratani's wildly imaginative manga, Rooster Fighter, and we've got your exclusive first look at the trailer!
This isn't your average barnyard fowl. We're talking about Keiji, a rooster who's not just a bird, but humanity's ultimate champion! Imagine this: colossal, monstrous creatures descend from the sky, wreaking havoc. What does our hero do? He stands tall, unfurls his magnificent plumage, and with a defiant squawk, declares, "You make my crown curl!" His adversaries might tower over him, reaching heights of ten stories, but Keiji's courage is immeasurable, matched only by his earth-shattering battle cry: Kokekokko! This series promises a thrilling blend of epic battles and, dare we say, a touch of poultry-powered heroism.
But here's where it gets really interesting: the voice cast bringing this extraordinary rooster to life in the English dub is nothing short of stellar. Leading the charge is Patrick Seitz as Keiji, a voice actor known for his iconic roles in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure and One Piece. Joining him are Luci Christian (One Piece, My Hero Academia) as Elizabeth, Kimoy Lee (WITCH WATCH) as Piyoko, Robbie Daymond (JUJUTSU KAISEN, Sailor Moon) as Keisuke, and Roger Rose (Fire Emblem Fates) as Morio. This lineup alone suggests a high level of energy and dedication to the characters.
And this is the part most people miss: the production is helmed by VIZ and HERO’s INC., bringing their expertise to this 12-episode series. Mark your calendars! Rooster Fighter is set to premiere on Saturday, March 14, at midnight ET/PT, as a special feature within Adult Swim's renowned Toonami anime and action programming block. Following the premiere, new English-language episodes will be released every subsequent Saturday evening at the same midnight slot.
IGN was the first to break the news about this exciting anime adaptation back at San Diego Comic-Con 2024. Now, the question remains: Is a rooster truly the most unexpected, yet perfect, hero for our times? Could this unlikely champion inspire a new wave of anime protagonists, proving that size truly doesn't matter when you have the heart of a warrior? What do you think? Let us know in the comments below – do you agree that Keiji is destined for legendary status, or do you have a different animal in mind for humanity's next great defender?
