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Mahoutsukai no Yoru gets its first movie visual

Rafael Shinzo
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My name is Rafael Alves, known as Shinzo. I created the AnimeNew website in 2009 to offer news about anime, manga, and games directly from Japan.

The anime film adaptation of Mahoutsukai no Yoru ( Witch on the Holy Night ) has had its first visual revealed by Ufotable (Demon Slayer). The adaptation of the Type -Moon visual novel is set to hit theaters in 2026, expanding the work's presence within the franchise's shared universe.

The story of Mahoutsukai no Yoru follows Aoko Aozaki , heiress to a family of modern magicians. Despite having no interest in magic, she assumes the role following a family decision. Thus, she begins her training with Alice Kuonji, while maintaining her school routine as student council president.

Mahoutsukai no Yoru
©奈須きのこ・TYPE-MOON / アニプレックス・ノーツ・ufotable

Witch on the Holy Night is a visual novel written by Kinoko Nasu and illustrated by Takashi Takeuchi. The project originated in the 1990s and received an official release in 2012. The narrative connects to the so-called Nasuverse, which includes titles such as Fate/stay night and Tsukihime .

Furthermore, characters like Aoko and Tōko Aozaki appear in different works within the same universe. These connections help expand the franchise's mythology and establish direct links between distinct stories, maintaining narrative consistency across titles.

Type-Moon re-released the game on Steam in December 2023. Prior to that, versions for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch arrived in the West in 2022, with over 150,000 copies sold globally. These numbers reinforce the continued interest in the game.

Finally, the film produced by ufotable marks yet another significant adaptation from the company, known for its high-quality visual projects. For more anime , follow AnimeNews and stay up-to-date on upcoming releases.