MAPPA's 'Yasuke' anime premieres in 2021

Netflix a 2021 premiere date for Yasuke .

Synopsis

In a war-torn feudal Japan filled with mecha and magic, the greatest ronin ever known, Yasuke, struggles to maintain a peaceful existence after a life of violence. Yasuke, a wanderer who once retired from battle, takes up his sword again to protect a mysterious boy whose life is targeted by an evil power. It's a fantasy period drama depicting an African samurai who, in real history, served Oda Nobunaga.

Furthermore, the protagonist's story is based on the historical figure Yasuke, a samurai of African origin who served Oda Nobunaga during Japan's Warring States period in the 16th century.

Finally, LeSean Thomas is credited as creator, director, and executive producer of Yasuke. Flying Lotus is the soundtrack composer and executive producer. Lakeith will voice Yasuke. MAPPA ( Kakegurui ) will produce the animation.

Source: ANN

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