🏴‍☠️ THE PIRATE TIMES

DAILY ANIME NEWS — OCTOBER 9, 2026

Ahoy, pirates! 🏴‍☠️

All news for today!

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🥊 *THE BOXER IS GETTING A TV ANIME!*

A knockout announcement has arrived! The internationally popular Korean webtoon The Boxer, created by JH, is officially receiving a television anime adaptation.

The first promotional video and main cast have been revealed. Kōki Uchiyama voices Yu, while Kensho Ono, Tomokazu Seki and Toshiyuki Toyonaga also join the cast. Animation is being produced by breccia and South Korea's STUDIO JEMI.

No premiere date has been announced yet, but this sports drama's journey to anime has officially begun!



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🦊 *NARUTO'S NEXT BIG ANIME REVEAL IS NEAR!*

Naruto fans, keep your eyes on the horizon! The official NARUTO: What's Next? stage at New York Comic Con is scheduled for October 10 in New York.

The official Naruto website has confirmed that the event will reveal worldwide information about a completely new anime project. Junko Takeuchi, Naruto's Japanese voice actor, and Noriaki Sugiyama, Sasuke's voice actor, are scheduled to appear.

A simultaneous worldwide livestream is planned for October 11 at 6 AM Japan time. What comes next for the Hidden Leaf?



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🧪 *THE APOTHECARY DIARIES SEASON 3 CONTINUES!*

Maomao's latest mystery is here! The Apothecary Diaries Season 3, Episode 2 arrives on Crunchyroll today, October 9.

The new season continues the story of Maomao as she navigates palace politics, unusual cases and dangerous secrets with her trademark intelligence and curiosity.

The season is planned for 24 episodes across two cours, with the second half scheduled for spring 2027.



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🚄 *EVANGELION GETS A BRAND-NEW TRAIN-EXCLUSIVE STORY!*

The world of Neon Genesis Evangelion is expanding in an unexpected direction!

A new story titled *Kansai Travel Plan* is planned exclusively for passengers aboard Japan's Tokaido Shinkansen bullet train. The experience is scheduled to run from October 18, 2026, through January 31, 2027.

The story features Misato and Ritsuko organizing a trip for Shinji, Rei and Asuka, offering fans a new piece of Evangelion lore through a real-world travel experience.



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🌌 *THE SKULL DRAGON'S PRECIOUS DAUGHTER HEADS TO ANIME!*

Fantasy fans have a new adaptation to watch! The Skull Dragon's Precious Daughter has revealed its first promotional video and main visual.

The series follows Eve and the dragon Nemu in a fantasy story built around an unusual bond. Kana Hanazawa and Kazuhiko Inoue lead the announced voice cast, with Doga Kobo handling animation.

The anime is scheduled for 2027, giving fans another fantasy adaptation to look forward to.



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👑 *THE REMARRIED EMPRESS ANIME ANNOUNCED FOR 2027!*

One of the biggest fantasy-romance webtoons is heading toward an anime adaptation!

The Remarried Empress follows Navier, an empress whose carefully controlled life changes when her husband seeks a different wife. Rather than accepting defeat, Navier begins building a future on her own terms.

The series combines royal intrigue, betrayal, romance and political maneuvering. Its anime is planned for 2027, making it a title for webtoon fans to keep on their watchlists.



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🎬 *GHOST OF TSUSHIMA: LEGENDS ANIME FACES A LONGER WAIT*

Fans waiting for the animated adaptation of Ghost of Tsushima: Legends have been watching for further production news.

The project is based on the supernatural multiplayer mode of the acclaimed game, which draws on Japanese folklore and legendary warriors. However, a firm release date and detailed rollout information remain important points to confirm before treating any schedule as final.

We'll be keeping an eye out for an official update as more information becomes available.



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🎼 *SOUND! EUPHONIUM CELEBRATES ITS MUSICAL LEGACY!*

Sound! Euphonium remains a beloved name among fans of music-focused anime, thanks to its emotional performances, school-band rivalries and character-driven storytelling.

The Kyoto Animation series follows students working to improve their concert band while dealing with ambition, friendship and the pressure of competition.

As fans celebrate the series and its legacy, its mix of music and personal drama continues to make it a standout for anyone who loves heartfelt school anime.



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🏴‍☠️ *THAT'S ALL FOR TODAY'S PIRATE TIMES!*

From a brand-new sports anime to major franchise announcements, the anime seas are full of surprises! ⚔️

Keep sailing, keep watching, and stay tuned for the next wave of anime news.

Pirate out! 🏴‍☠️