A press release reported that the spin-off manga
written and illustrated by Taiyou Kuzumi , “ Uma Musume Cinderella Gray ”, will have an
anime adaptation that will premiere in 2025 in Japan ,
confirming a previous leak. The statement listed that Cygames Pictures studios will
be in charge of production, but no further details were revealed.
This is the most popular manga in the entire “Uma
Musume: Pretty Derby” franchise, especially since it stars Oguri Cap. For those in
the know, Oguri Cap was one of the most successful racehorses of the Heisei Era
(1989-2019), bringing with it the second horse racing boom in Japan. Along with
Inari One and Super Creek, they were known as “Heisei's Top 3”.
For his part, Taiyou Kuzumi began
publishing the manga through Shueisha 's Young
Jump magazine in June 2020, where it is still in serialization.
Previously, the author only wrote the one-shot “Heroine Jijou” in 2018. In the
main adaptation, it is Tomoyo Takayanagi who is in charge of
playing Oguri Cap.
Synopsis of Uma Musume Cinderella Gray
This series follows the story of Oguri Cap, a talented
horse girl, from her time at Kasamatsu Training Center Academy to her arduous
path to becoming a legendary Uma Musume. The narrative delves into the
challenges, rivalries, and friendships that Oguri Cap encounters on her
journey. As she trains and competes, she not only faces demanding racing, but
also personal growth and finding her own limits. This spin-off series offers
Uma Musume fans a more intimate and detailed look at the life and dreams of one
of their most beloved characters, highlighting the fighting spirit and
determination that defines the horse girls in their quest for the greatness.
Source: Comic Natalie
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