While it has a dedicated following, the Mistaken for a Cat light novel series will soon be discovered by more anime fans. Recently, the I'm a Behemoth, an S-Ranked Monster light novel was confirmed to have an anime adaptation in the works.
The anime was revealed via the show’s newly-launched official website. There, the first three cast members have been revealed.
What makes this show interesting is that it’s reminiscent of My Life as Inukai-san’s Dog, an anime that became infamous for its ecchi premise.
Mistaken for a Cat Might be the Fantasy Version of Inukai-san’s Dog
Officially titled I'm a Behemoth, an S-Ranked Monster, but Mistaken for a Cat, I Live as an Elf Girl's Pet, this light novel began in 2018 and has since received a manga adaptation.
Its story follows a knight named Tama who is slain in battle and is then reincarnated into the body of a monstrous behemoth. The catch is that he starts his new life as a behemoth cub instead of a fully-grown one.
As a cub, he looks exactly like a kitten. Because of his new form’s cuteness, he soon becomes the pet of a beautiful elf named Aria.
Given that it follows a guy reincarnated as a cute animal, comparisons to My Life as Inukai-san’s Dog will no doubt be made.
There are some key differences though. This upcoming anime is set in a fantasy world. While it also has ecchi elements, its focus is more on Tama and Aria’s adventure.
I'm a Behemoth Anime Voice Cast Announced
Voicing Tama’s human form in the anime is Tatsu Hatanaka. He is best known as the VA of Denki Kaminari in My Hero Academia and Hakkai Shiba in Tokyo Revengers.
Joining Hatanaka is Riho Sugiyama as Tama in cat form. Sugiyama is another notable VA who has voiced characters such as Minare Koda in Wave, Listen to Me! And Henrietta Penrose in 86.
Rounding out the main cast is Hinaki Yano as Aria. She is best known for voicing Momoe Sawaki in Wonder Egg Priority and Kitasan Black in Uma Musume Pretty Derby.
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I'm a Behemoth, an S-Ranked Monster Anime Release Date Predictions
The anime’s announcement did not come with a trailer or any other info. This means the show is still early into its production.
Given this, the I’m a Behemoth, an S-Ranked Monster anime will likely not be released in 2024. At the earliest, the show might premiere in Winter or Spring 2025.
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