The premise flipping monster fighting into monster housebuilding is delightfully unique because turning a former knight into a monster architect gives the series a wholesome slice-of-life twist that stands out from typical fantasy fare. Takaharu Ozaki directing also brings solid fantasy chops since his work on GOBLIN SLAYER proved he can handle fantasy worldbuilding well, and applying that experience to a cozier story should give it real atmosphere. Ayumu Murase and Ikumi Hasegawa leading the cast is a strong pairing too because both have delivered memorable performances in their respective roles, and their chemistry should bring the odd-couple dynamic between Soara and Kirik to life. And Felix Film taking on this kind of gentle fantasy is a good match because the studio has handled a range of adaptations, and a heartwarming premise like this gives them plenty of room for character-driven storytelling.

Hidenori Yamaji's Soara and the House of Monsters manga is officially heading to the small screen. A TV anime adaptation was announced today along with a teaser trailer, visual, main cast and staff ahead of 2027 premiere plans.

Soara and the House of Monsters Anime Teaser Trailer

Main Cast

• Soara voiced by Ikumi Hasegawa (Pop Step in My Hero Academia: Vigilantes)

• Kirik voiced by Ayumu Murase (Shoyo Hinata in HAIKYU!!)

Production Staff

• Director: Takaharu Ozaki (GOBLIN SLAYER)

• Series Composition: Ayumu Hisao (Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring)

• Character Designs: Tomoko Iwasa (Hakumei and Mikochi)

• Music: Hinako Tsubakiyama (SABIKUI BISCO)

• Studio: Felix Film

About the Series

The Soara and the House of Monsters manga first kicked off via Shogakukan's Sunday Webry site in November 2021, with seven collected volumes published thus far. Seven Seas Entertainment publishes the manga in English. Author Hidenori Yamaji also shared a celebratory illustration to commemorate the announcement.

The Story

Soara is a young orphan girl who was raised by knights and trained to battle the monsters that constantly attacked their kingdom. But by the time Soara is ready to join the fight herself, peace has been declared and her blade is no longer needed. Searching for a new home and a new purpose, Soara stumbles across Kirik the dwarf, leader of the Monster Architects. Suddenly, instead of fighting monsters, Soara finds herself working with Kirik to build comfortable homes for them. In the process, will she discover a new home and family for herself?

Premiere Information

Soara and the House of Monsters anime is set to premiere in 2027.

How are you feeling about the monster housebuilding premise of Soara and the House of Monsters? Is Takaharu Ozaki directing at Felix Film the creative pairing that's pulling you in, or are Ikumi Hasegawa and Ayumu Murase leading the cast the part that's selling you on the 2027 premiere? Let us know in the comments.