Spy trying to live normal life is compelling irony—Chloe/Victoria fleeing espionage only to have her skills constantly needed creates engaging tension. Disguise skills in everyday life creates comedy potential; using unparalleled abilities for mundane situations promises entertaining scenarios. Studio DEEN handling spy story is interesting choice; the studio bringing their experience to espionage genre offers fresh perspective. Unparalleled disguise abilities sound overpowered; Chloe's exceptional skills making her valuable even in retirement adds stakes.

The upcoming anime adaptation of Victoria of Many Faces, the light novel series written by Syuu and illustrated by Nanna Fujimi, uncovered its July 2026 premiere today alongside our first look at the animation style in the first teaser visual.

Production Staff

Director: Nobukabe Kimura (I've Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level)

Animation Studio: Studio DEEN

Series Composition: Naohiro Fukushima (My Isekai Life)

Character Design: Mina Osawa (An Archdemon's Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride)

About the Series

Yen Press publishes an official English version of the original light novels.

The Story

Yen Press describes the story:

In an age when spies act behind the scenes in every land, Chloe spends her days successfully carrying out even the most difficult missions due to her unparalleled disguise skills and martial arts abilities. However, after the betrayal of her boss, she suddenly disappears—as Chloe plans to redo her life as the ordinary citizen Victoria in the neighboring kingdom of Ashberry, striving for a "normal" life.

However, Victoria's peaceful life is abruptly cut short as she begins to get involved with many people. In this new land, her experiences and abilities from her days as a spy come in far more useful than she ever expected!! On the other hand, the second prince and the pursuer of the organization amongst others take an interest in Victoria's strength, and many shadows close in on the one with all the cards in her hand...!

Premiere Information

Date: July 2026

Are you excited for Victoria of Many Faces? What do you think of the spy retirement premise? Do you read the light novels? Which disguise ability would you want? Share your thoughts in the comments below!