Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World

About Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World

"Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World" is a captivating anime series that was initially released in 2020. It revolves around two main characters, Iska and Aliceliese, who are tasked to assassinate each other due to the rivalries between their respective nations. Their initial encounter plants seeds of doubt in both of their hearts, challenging the conviction with which they carry out their missions. The potential for newfound common ground threatens their loyalty to their countries, as their conflicted feelings begin to evolve towards each other. The fabric of their reality reshapes as they tread the line between being enemies and lovers.

Making / Production

The TV series is a production of Silver Link Studio, directed by Shin Oonuma and Mirai Minato. The screenplay adapted from Kei Sazane's light novel series of the same name is penned by Kento Shimoyama, while the character designs are curated by Kaori Sato.

Actors

• Yusuke Kobayashi as Iska: He perfectly encapsulates Iska's unwavering loyalty and internal struggle with his captivating voice acting.
• Sora Amamiya as Aliceliese Lou Nebulis IX: Amamiya skillfully portrays Aliceliese's noble yet conflicted personality.
• Ayana Taketatsu as Nene Alkastone: Taketatsu's dramatic voice work brings out Nene's playful yet strong persona.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series is based on a light novel published by Kadokawa Shoten's Dengeki Bunko imprint.
• The characters in the series live in a reality where science and magic coexist.
• The TV series was first announced on February 20, 2020.

Quotes

• "I won't let anyone else die... for my cause." - Iska
• "There's always another way, better than war." - Aliceliese
• "In the face of love, all magic bows down." - Nene Alkastone

Music / Soundtrack

• The opening theme "Against." is performed by Kaori Ishihara.
• The ending theme "Koi no Uta" is performed by Kanon Suzuki.