'World's Strongest Rearguard' Anime Reveals Staff, First Promo

Here's another isekai to add to the pile. 'Sekai Saikyou no Kouei: Meikyuukoku no Shinjin Tansakusha,' which roughly translates to 'The World's Strongest Rearguard: Labyrinth Country's Novice Seeker,' is getting an anime adaptation. They’ve released some additional staff details and the first promotional video, so you know, the usual song and dance. Hitoshi Kamata is on sub character design, which I guess is important if you care about that sort of thing.

The series is slated to start airing in July 2026. That’s a whole lot of waiting for what is likely another generic fantasy adventure. The promotional video is probably full of flashy spells and overpowered protagonists, as is tradition. Touwa Akatsuki’s light novel is getting this treatment, so if you were a fan of the source material, then this might be your cup of tea. For me, it’s just another title to file away in the ‘meh’ category.

I’m not going to pretend I’m on the edge of my seat for this one. It’s a crowded genre, and frankly, most of them blend together after a while. But who knows, maybe it’ll surprise me. Maybe it'll have some hidden gem of drama or a character I actually enjoy. Unlikely, but hey, a critic can dream, right? Just don't expect me to write a love letter to it. It’s just an anime.

Source: 'Sekai Saikyou no Kouei: Meikyuukoku no Shinjin Tansakusha' Reveals Additional Staff, First Promo