Release Date and Official Teaser Trailer
The first season of "Rising Impact" is scheduled to premiere in June 2024, followed by the second season in August. With a legacy dating back to the late 1990s and early 2000s, "Rising Impact" is a heartwarming tale of friendship and determination that revolves around the world of golf.
Plot Overview
The story centers around Gawain Nanaumi, a passionate third-grader with an extraordinary love for baseball. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he crosses paths with Kiria Nishino, a professional golfer. Intrigued by the potential of hitting a ball further than any other sport, Gawain embraces golf with his physical strength and keen observational skills. With the guidance of Kiria, he enrolls at Camelot Academy, a prestigious school for aspiring golfers worldwide. The series unfolds as Gawain strives to become the world's best professional golfer, facing challenges and rivalries along the way.
Expressing his astonishment at the anime adaptation, Nakaba Suzuki, renowned for "The Seven Deadly Sins," shared:
"I never imagined that, after 25 years, my debut work would be adapted into an anime on Netflix! The production team meticulously recreated the illustrations, demonstrating an extraordinary love for this project. As the author, I am truly overwhelmed."
Voice Cast And Production Crew
The teaser trailer provides a sneak peek into the stellar voice cast set to breathe life into the characters:
- Misaki Kuno voices Gawain Nanaumi, the gifted golfer.
- Yumiri Hanamori portrays Lancelot Normal, Gawain's greatest rival and a putting prodigy.
- You Taichi takes on the role of Kiria Nishino.
- Atsumi Tanezaki voices Kiria's younger sister, Kurumi Nishino.
- Katsuyuki Konishi plays Kai Todoin, an academically high-achieving character.
- Shunsuke Takeuchi embodies Riser Hopkins, an elementary schooler with the strength of a pro golfer.
- Yuto Uemura lends his voice to Liebel Ringvald, a sixth-grade prodigy.
- Kaede Hondo portrays Yumiko Koizumi, a junior champion.
- Yumi Uchiyama takes on Platalissa Bonaire, a talented character with aspirations.
Directed by Hitoshi Nanba ("Fate/Grand Order: First Order," "Golden Kamuy") and with Michihiro Tsuchiya as the screenwriter, "Rising Impact" boasts a character design led by Kiyotaka Oshiyama from Studio Durian. The musical score is in the capable hands of Masaru Yokoyama ("Yowamushi Pedal," "Chihayafuru"), and animation production is entrusted to Lay-duce.
"Rising Impact" promises to be a delightful addition to Netflix's anime lineup, combining Suzuki's narrative prowess with a stellar voice cast and a talented production team. The journey of Gawain Nanaumi is set to captivate audiences, delivering a tale of determination, sportsmanship, and the pursuit of dreams. Fans can mark their calendars for June 2024 when this heartwarming anime takes flight on Netflix, followed by the much-anticipated second season in August.