Magic Knight Rayearth anime adaptation set for October 2026 premiere

The upcoming TV anime adaptation of CLAMP’s “Magic Knight Rayearth” is preparing for its broadcast, with the November issue of Nakayoshi magazine featuring a reprint serialization of the original manga. The anime is scheduled to begin airing on October 7, 2026, on the TV Asahi network during the “IMAnimation W” slot.

Promotional materials for the first episode, titled “From Another World,” have been released, including preview scenes and a synopsis. The story follows middle school students Hikaru Shidou, Umi Ryuuzaki, and Fuu Hououji, who are summoned to the magical world of Cephiro after encountering a mysterious girl at Tokyo Tower.

In addition to the Rayearth revival, the November issue of Nakayoshi will introduce new works, including “Magical Trainee Lily Raspberry” by Emma Toyama and “A Magic Dedicated to You, Lunatica Blue” by Sae Asanagi.