Exciting News: Popular Manhwa **Eleceed** Getting Anime Adaptation in 2026!
Get ready, fans! The highly popular super power action manhwa, **Eleceed**, is officially getting a television anime adaptation. Production company Amuse recently launched an official website dedicated to the anime, confirming the news that many have been hoping for. Alongside this exciting announcement, they also revealed a teaser visual, a teaser promotional video (which we won’t show here!), and details on the core staff behind the production. Mark your calendars, because the **Eleceed** anime is currently slated to premiere sometime in 2026.
The adaptation is being handled by DandeLion Animation Studio, known for their work on projects like **The First Slam Dunk**. This studio is set to bring the dynamic world and characters of **Eleceed** to life on the screen.
Key Staff Revealed
Bringing **Eleceed** from the page to the screen requires a talented team. Here’s a look at the main staff members announced for the anime project:
| Role | Name | Notable Works Mentioned in Source |
|—————————|——————-|———————————–|
| Director | Hiroshi Nishikiori | *Trinity Seven*, *Toaru Majutsu no Index* |
| Series Composition, Script | Yousuke Kuroda | *Boku no Hero Academia*, *Mashle* |
| Character Design | Minami Sakura | *Boku no Hero Academia 2nd Season* (design assistance), *Renai Flops* (chief animation director) |
| Studio | DandeLion Animation Studio | *The First Slam Dunk* |
What’s **Eleceed** About?
For those unfamiliar with the story, **Eleceed** follows an intriguing duo. Jiwoo is a young man with a genuinely kind heart. He possesses incredible, lightning-quick reflexes, much like a cat, which he secretly uses to help others and make the world a little bit better, whether it’s saving a child or assisting a stray pet. Then there’s Kayden, a mysterious secret agent who finds himself in a rather unfortunate predicament – trapped inside the body of… well, a very fluffy and rather stout old cat!
Together, this unlikely pair forms a unique team. Jiwoo brings his extraordinary superpowers and agility, while Kayden contributes his vast knowledge and strategic mind. They join forces to battle against those who would allow evil to dominate the world. The only catch? They have to figure out how to tolerate each other long enough to actually get the job done!
The Source Material
The **Eleceed** story originates from a super power action webtoon created by Jae-Ho Son and ZHENA. Its serialization began back in October 2018 on the Naver Webtoon site. For international readers, the manhwa has also been available in English on the Webtoon website since 2019.
Stay Connected
To keep up with all the latest updates regarding the **Eleceed** anime, you can check out the official channels:
* Official Website: https://www.eleceed-anime.com/
* Official X (formerly Twitter): @Eleceed_pr
Source: Press Release
