AlthoughAttack on Titanhas concluded its anime run, fans of its dark fantasy, anti-hero-centric story have something new to look forward to in the coming year. Its spiritual successor,Übel Blatt, is set to make its long-awaited small-screen debut. Judging by the teaser trailer, this anime promises to be just as gripping asHajime Isayama’s iconic masterpiece.
As announced on theofficialÜbel Blattwebsite, the Takashi Naoya-directed anime is based on the critically acclaimed Etorouji Shiono manga of the same name, which ran from 2004 to 2019. Notably, the series is being produced through an unconventional partnership: renowned fantasy anime studio Satelight is collaborating with video game developer Stable Entertainment to bring this story to life. This adaptation has been highly anticipated by fans for over a decade. In fact,Anime Network Newsreported that it was previously considered one of the greatest stories to never receive an anime adaptation.Übel Blattwill premiere on July 16, 2025 in Japan and will be available the next day on Amazon Prime worldwide.
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A Flawed Hero To Some, Is A Heartless Villain To Others
Übel Blattcenters on the story of Ascherit, one of the greatest swordsmen in the kingdom. Years before the events of the story, the king summoned Ascherit and 13 other elite warriors to embark on a mission to defeat the Wischtech, a threat that had plunged the nation into war. During the perilous journey, three warriors perished en route to the border, and seven others deserted after reaching it.
Übel Blattanime studio, Statelight, is best known for working on anime such asLog HorizonandFairytail.
Despite this, Ascherit and three loyal companions successfully completed their mission. However, on their way home, the group was ambushed by the seven deserters, who then falsely claimed the victory as their own. Ascherit survived the betrayal and vowed vengeance. Now, under a new name —Köinzell— and with a transformed appearance, he seeks to bring justice to the seven who betrayed him and his comrades.
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Though the stories might not appear similar at first glance,Attack on TitanandÜbel Blattare strikingly similar in their themes, tone, style, and emotional resonance. First, both embrace the dark fantasy genre, unfolding in bleak and gritty environments where despair and anguish are ever-present within the community. Second, each story weaves in elements of the supernatural —such as monsters, magic, and the occult — enhancing the otherworldly atmosphere.
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Third, their protagonists stand out as morally complex anti-heroes, far removed from the upright, idealistic characters often found in more traditional stories.Attack on Titan’sEren is one of anime and manga’s greatest anti-heroes, and all appearances suggest Köinzell will follow suit. These characters have no qualms about using questionable methods to achieve their goals, pursuing them with unwavering determination and a “by any means necessary” mentality.
Attack On Titan And Übel Blatt Prove That Vengeance Can Warp The Most Wholesome Ideas
Perhaps the most striking similarity betweenAttack on TitanandÜbel Blatt lies in the actions of their protagonists. WhileAttack on Titanexcelled in many areas, it was particularly masterful in its portrayal ofEren Yeager’s descent into a genocidal anti-hero. This narrative powerfully demonstrates how radicalization — fueled by Eren’s personal understanding of the truth behind the Titans —can corrupt idealism into extremism. Of course, this transformation is profoundly impacted by a devastatingly violent event: the death of his mother at the hands of a Titan.
Köinzell’s motivations bear striking similarities to Eren’s inAttack on Titan. Both characters are driven by a traumatic, violent event: Köinzell’s betrayal by seven comrades, who claimed the rewards and accolades meant for him and his fallen allies. This heart-wrenching act fuels Köinzell’s quest for vengeance, mirroring Eren’s all-consuming drive to eradicate the Titans after his own devastating loss.
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However, much like Eren, Köinzell’s personal quest for vengeance gradually warps into a willingness to use or kill anyone, with little regard for the consequences, as long as it brings him closer to eliminating the traitors. As with Eren inAttack on Titan, many might view Köinzell’s extremist turn inÜbel Blattas a necessary response, given the immense power the seven traitors have amassed over the years - and how most of the public believes their story. Nevertheless, it is portrayed as deeply tragic.
These elements, and more, are showcased in the latest video trailers teasing the upcoming series. The trailers offer glimpses of Ascherit’s treacherous betrayal, highlighting the intense lust for revenge it would ignite in anyone suffering a similar fate. We also witness Ascherit’s transformation into Koinzell, emphasizing his exceptional skills and unwavering determination to achieve his goals. The forces of evil standing in his path are formidable, with the traitors seemingly having acquired legendary abilities. Therefore, likeAttack on Titan’s Eren, Koinzell might need to cross the line into darkness to ultimately succeed inÜbel Blatt.
Übel Blattwill be available for viewing worldwide from Amazon Prime on July 28, 2025.
