The year 2024 has kicked off with a bang for anime enthusiasts as the Monogatari franchise unveils exciting news. In a recent tweet from the official Twitter account andwebsite, the franchise declares that the previously untouched sagas,“Off Season” and “Monster Season,” are now in production and slated for anime adaptation in 2024.
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To mark this momentous occasion, a fresh key visual and a captivating promotional video have been unveiled by ANIPLEX. The promotional video offers a glimpse into the stunning animation by studio Shaft, providing fans with a sneak peek into what’s in store for these upcoming projects and the corresponding books they will be covering in both sagas.
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While the exact release date remains elusive, set for sometime in 2024, the creators have generously shared details about the talented individuals steering the project. Notable contributors include Nisio Isin as the brain behind the Original Story, Character Planning by VOFAN. Akiyuki Shinbo taking the reins as General Director, Midori Yoshizawa as the Director. The series’s composition is done by Tomiyako Azuma, with Studio Shaft handling the animation production. While the cast remains a mystery for now, expect revelations soon alongside the confirmed release date.
For the uninitiated, “Off Season” is a Monogatari side story that unfolded between 2015 and 2017, shedding light on the series' side characters. This novel is divided into four parts: Orokamonogatari, Wazamonogatari, Nademonogatari, and Musubimonogatari. On the other hand, “Monster Season” represents the fifth saga, spanning from 2017 to 2021 across six books: Shinobumonogatari, Yoimonogatari, Amarimonogatari, Ougimonogatari, Shinomonogatari (Volume 1), and Shinomonogatari (Volume 2).
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Monogatari, a blend of mystery and paranormal brilliance by Nisio Isin, debuted as a light novel series on August 16, 2025, and is currently in its 29th volume. The anime adaptation followed in 2009, entertaining audiences with its unique narrative. The story revolves around Koyomi Araragi, a high school student dealing with oddities like vampires and spirits. Bitten by a vampire, he transforms into part-vampire and seeks assistance from the enigmatic Hitagi Senjougahara. Alongside figures like Meme Oshino, Araragi explores the supernatural realm, aiding friends with their paranormal predicaments.
With the announcement of the anime adaptation, Monogatari is poised to once again entertain audiences with its unexplored side stories. If you’re new to the Monogatari universe, now is the perfect time to dive into its previous anime adaptations and prepare for a thrilling experience when the new projects hit the screens.
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July 3rd, 2009
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