A TV anime adaptation of Shirohi's Gorilla no Kami Kara Kago Sareta Reijō wa Ōritsu Kishidan de Kawaiigareru (English: The Lady Blessed by the Gorilla God Is Adored by the Royal Knights) manga series has been announced today, September 24, which is celebrated as World Gorilla Day. The anime is confirmed to premiere in 2025. Further details about the upcoming romance fantasy anime's cast, staff, animation studio, and release date will be announced at a later date, but manga artist Mika Kamisu has shared a celebratory illustration to commemorate the exciting news.
Series creator Shirohi shared a statement regarding the Gorilla no Kami TV anime adaptation:
When I started writing the original version of this story, I honestly didn’t think it would be published as a book. However, I was approached by my current editor for a manga adaptation, and now, miraculously, we’re getting an anime adaptation. I owe this to the incredible work of Kamisu Mika-sensei, who brought the original story to life in the manga, the readers who supported us, and, of course, gorillas around the world. Thank you so much! I hope everyone enjoys the ‘Gori-Love Comedy’ that features the strength and kindness of gorillas and the love story of two inexperienced lovers.
Illustrator Kamisu Mika also expressed gratitude in their comment:
Congratulations on the anime adaptation of Having been blessed by the gorilla god, the young lady is loved by the Royal Knights ! And thank you so much!! It still feels like I’m dreaming. I am deeply honored and thrilled that the story entrusted to me by Shirohi-sensei, with the support and help of so many people, is now expanding into an anime format. It’s an incredible moment, and I’m excited to see the characters, who have been given new life by the talented staff and cast, in action on screen. I hope many people will watch and support Sophia’s growth and love as she races forward with the gorilla by her side!
What is Gorilla no Kami about?
The romance fantasy anime is based on the Gorilla no Kami kara Kagosareta Reijou wa Ouritsu Kishi-dan de Kawaigarareru web novel series written by Shirohi, which began serialization online in August 2020 on the Shōsetsuka ni Narō website. No printed version of the novel has been published yet, but the series received a manga adaptation with illustrations by Mika Kamisu, and Kadokawa has been publishing it on its ComicWalker manga website since August 2021. Five tankobon manga volumes have been published at the time of this writing.
Set in a world where 16-year-olds receive blessings from various animal gods, Gorilla no Kami's story centers on Sophia, the timid daughter of a noble, who receives the blessing from the "Gorilla God", giving her the ability to lift over 500 kilograms. Although all she desires is a peaceful life, people seek her out due to her incredible power, leading her to becoming scouted by the royal knights.
You can check out the announcement from the Gorilla Kami's official X account below:
