Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha EXCEEDS Gun Blaze Vengeance Anime Announced for July 2026

The beloved Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha franchise is returning with a brand new television anime series. Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha EXCEEDS Gun Blaze Vengeance has been officially announced for a July 2026 broadcast, bringing fresh characters and a darker setting to the long-running magical girl saga.

A World Forever Changed

Set in a world where invasive alien organisms appeared 30 years ago and nearly destroyed humanity, the story follows the aftermath of this catastrophic event. An international organization called EXCEEDS now works to combat these otherworldly threats, protecting what remains of civilization.

The narrative begins on Mizuho, an island nation where we meet the new protagonist Kuze Shiina, an "invasive species elimination hunter" who lives with her younger sister Setsuna. Their peaceful existence is about to be shattered as they're drawn into a conflict that spans dimensions.

New Protagonist Kuze Shiina

Kuze Shiina serves as the main character of EXCEEDS, voiced by newcomer Tachibana Anko. As a hunter specializing in eliminating invasive alien species, she possesses combat skills and determination that will be put to the ultimate test.

Her younger sister Kuze Setsuna, voiced by Hidaka Rina, plays a crucial role in the story as the siblings navigate the dangerous world together.

Returning Legends

Fans of the original series will be thrilled to know that the legendary trio is returning:

• Takamachi Nanoha - voiced by Tamura Yukari
• Fate T. Harlaown voiced by Mizuki Nana
• Yagami Hayate voiced by Ueda Yoshina

How these veteran magical girls connect to the new generation of fighters remains one of the series' most intriguing mysteries.

New Cast of Characters

Joining Shiina in her battle against the alien threat is an ensemble of new characters:

Production Staff

The series is being produced by Seven Arcs, the studio behind the original Nanoha anime series, ensuring continuity in the franchise's visual identity.

• Original Creator/Screenwriter: Tsuzuki Maki
• Director: Hamana Takayuki
• Character Designer: Aragaki Kazunari
• Animation Studio: Seven Arcs

Tsuzuki Maki's return as the original creator and screenwriter promises that EXCEEDS will maintain the narrative depth and character development that made the franchise beloved worldwide.

A New Era for Nanoha

Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha EXCEEDS Gun Blaze Vengeance represents a bold new direction for the franchise. The post-apocalyptic setting, combined with the "Gun Blaze" subtitle, suggests a grittier, more action-oriented approach while still honoring the series' magical girl roots.

With the original voice cast returning alongside fresh talent, July 2026 promises to deliver an exciting new chapter in the Nanoha saga that both longtime fans and newcomers can enjoy.