IGN is thrilled to exclusively reveal the first trailer for the Black Torch anime, officially in production at VIZ Media! Announced at VIZ Media's Emerald City Comic Con panel, the trailer showcases Jiro Azuma in his stealth gear, alongside his powerful mononoke partner, Rago. A shadowy figure lurking in the cityscape hints at the thrilling dangers ahead.

For those unfamiliar with Black Torch, originally serialized in Jump SQ. and Shonen Jump+, from 2017-2018, by Tsuyoshi Yakaki, here's the official synopsis:

"A new era of ninja battles begins! Descendant of a long line of ninja, Jiro, trained by his grandfather in the ancient art of shinobi, possesses a unique ability—he can communicate with animals. His life takes a dramatic turn after a mysterious encounter with an injured black cat, Rago. But Rago is no ordinary feline; he's a legendary mononoke—the Black Star of Doom! Numerous mononoke emerge from the shadows, seeking to exploit Rago's immense power. The undercover Bureau of Espionage is mobilized to confront this threat, but everyone has their own motives. Prepare for an explosive shinobi clash between boy and mononoke!"

Celebratory artwork by Takaki, unveiled at the panel, marks this momentous occasion for Black Torch. (Link to be added upon availability.) Takaki shared, “I’ve been supervising the settings and storyboards, and I feel it’s been recreated into something even better, while still fully respecting the original story. A new BLACK TORCH has been brought to life, now with voices, sounds, movement and color.”

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