The announcement, made during a recent promotional event, also unveiled additional voice talent to bring these new elements to life. Leading the pack is the enigmatic Tella, a key figure in the arc whose presence adds layers of intrigue to the narrative. Complementing the cast is Balance, an anime-original UMA character designed to heighten the stakes with unique abilities tied to equilibrium and chaos. These additions join the returning ensemble, including Moe Kahara as Fuuko Izumo and Yūki Kaji as Andy, ensuring continuity in the series' dynamic vocal performances.
The new voice actors bring a wealth of experience from iconic roles across anime:
Kensho Ono (Yuri Briar in SPY x FAMILY) as Tella
Takehito Koyasu (Dio in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure) as Balance
Directed by Seong-Hu Park, known for his work on Jujutsu Kaisen, the special maintains the fast-paced animation style that defined the first season. While specific plot details remain under wraps to preserve surprises, early teasers suggest intensified confrontations involving the Union organization and its members' "Negator" abilities, which twist everyday concepts into superhuman powers—or curses. The broadcast will air on Japanese networks, with international streaming details to follow in the coming weeks.
What is Undead Unluck about?
Undead Unluck, created by Yoshifumi Tozuka, debuted as a manga in Weekly Shōnen Jump on January 20, 2020, captivating readers with its inventive premise and rapid serialization pace. Spanning five volumes before concluding on January 27, 2025, the series quickly garnered acclaim for Tozuka's sharp artwork and genre-blending storytelling, which fuses shōnen action with rom-com elements and philosophical undertones. Its adaptation into a 24-episode anime by David Production in 2023 further amplified its popularity, earning praise for faithful adaptation and vibrant fight choreography.
At its core, the plot revolves around individuals cursed with "Negator" abilities that defy logic and often lead to misfortune. The story follows protagonist Fuuko Izumo, whose power inadvertently causes calamity, and the immortal Andy, who seeks an end to his endless existence. Their unlikely partnership forms the Union, a group dedicated to harnessing these powers against greater cosmic threats.
As described by VIZ Media:
Tired of inadvertently killing people with her special ability Unluck, Fuuko Izumo sets out to end it all. But when she meets Andy, a man who longs for death but can’t die, she finds a reason to live—and he finds someone capable of giving him the death he’s been longing for.
This Winter Arc special marks a pivotal expansion, bridging the manga's later chapters with original anime flair, setting the stage for potential future seasons.
Source: Comic Natalie
