Exciting News! Kaketa Tsuki no Mercedes: Kyuuketsuki no Kizoku ni Tensei shita kedo Suteraresou nanode Dungeon wo Seiha suru Gets Anime Adaptation!
Get ready, fantasy fans! Publishing powerhouse TO Books has just made a thrilling announcement that’s sure to light up your screens: the beloved light novel series, **Kaketa Tsuki no Mercedes: Kyuuketsuki no Kizoku ni Tensei shita kedo Suteraresou nanode Dungeon wo Seiha suru**, is officially receiving an anime adaptation! This incredible news was shared on Thursday, much to the delight of its growing fanbase. You might also know this enchanting tale by its English title, *Mercedes and the Waning Moon: The Dungeoneering Feats of a Discarded Vampire Aristocrat*.
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The Journey Begins: About the Original Light Novel
The adventure fantasy that started it all, **Kaketa Tsuki no Mercedes: Kyuuketsuki no Kizoku ni Tensei shita kedo Suteraresou nanode Dungeon wo Seiha suru**, was originally penned by the talented **Firehead**. It first captivated readers on the popular web novel platform Shousetsuka ni Narou, with its debut chapters appearing way back in October 2018. The series quickly garnered attention, leading TO Books to pick it up for print publication.
The printed editions, which began hitting shelves in May 2021, feature stunning illustrations by **KeG**, an artist also recognized for their work on titles such as **Gaikotsu Kishi-sama, Tadaima Isekai e Odekakechuu**. The third volume of the light novel made its appearance in February 2022, and eager readers can look forward to the digital release of the fourth volume on August 15.
Manga Adventures: A Visual Companion
For those who love to see their favorite stories brought to life visually, a captivating manga adaptation of **Kaketa Tsuki no Mercedes: Kyuuketsuki no Kizoku ni Tensei shita kedo Suteraresou nanode Dungeon wo Seiha suru** began its serialization. Illustrated by **Pochi Edoya**, known for their manga adaptation of **Mahou Shoujo Ikusei Keikaku**, the series launched on the **Corona EX** website in August 2021.
TO Books has been diligently releasing the manga volumes, with the fourth volume having been published in September 2024. Fans won’t have to wait long for more, as the fifth manga volume is also slated for release on August 15, matching the digital release of the light novel’s fourth volume.
Crossing Borders: English Releases
Good news for international readers! J-Novel Club has successfully licensed both the light novel and manga series for English digital release. This means a wider audience will soon be able to immerse themselves in Mercedes’s thrilling journey. The digital English editions are set to begin arriving in November 2024.
However, some volumes are already available! The second novel volume was released on June 18, with the third novel volume scheduled to follow on September 22. Meanwhile, the third manga volume in English was released on June 11, giving readers a head start on the visual narrative.
Dive into the Story: What’s It All About?
Prepare to be charmed by the unique premise of **Kaketa Tsuki no Mercedes: Kyuuketsuki no Kizoku ni Tensei shita kedo Suteraresou nanode Dungeon wo Seiha suru**! Our protagonist, Mercedes Grunewald, finds herself reincarnated as a vampire, born to a noble father and his concubine who is, sadly, shunned by society. Mercedes has always harbored the difficult truth that she would likely never be chosen as her father’s heir. But the real challenge begins when she considers her family’s future once that inevitable moment arrives. Her mother lacks practical skills, their loyal maid is elderly, and Mercedes herself is but a small child. How will they survive in a world that can be so unforgiving?
Fortunately, Mercedes discovers a surprising path to self-sufficiency: dungeon crawling! It’s a profession anyone can take on, even a child with determination. To ensure her family’s well-being, Mercedes begins her rigorous training at an age when most are just starting kindergarten. Hailing from a proud nation of vampires, she is blessed with an incredible inherent potential for strength. Unlike her past life, which ended unfulfilled, Mercedes is resolved that this time, her destiny will be different. Within the perilous depths of the dungeons, she is determined to find what it takes to make her “moon full” – a metaphor for achieving her dreams and securing her family’s future.
For more details on the light novel, be sure to visit the official special site: https://www.tobooks.jp/kakemeru/
Source: LN News
