Chinese anime fans have something exciting to look forward to! The animated adaptation of Tale of Herding Gods OR “牧神记“ , based on the popular fantasy novel by author Zhai Zhu, has officially premiered. Produced by Bilibili and Xuanchi Technology, the series aired its first two episodes on October 27 and will release new episodes every Sunday at 11:00 am. With a total of 26 episodes planned, fans can look forward to a season packed with action and mystical adventures. To celebrate, the creators have also dropped an eye-catching new visual poster for the series launch.
Table of Contents: Tale of Herding God
The Mystical Journey of Qin Mu
Set in a mysterious land called Great Ruins, the story follows a young boy named Qin Mu, raised by nine enigmatic elders in a secluded village. One day, while herding, Qin Mu is stunned to hear his cow speak, setting him on a journey to uncover the dangers and magic lurking around him. With demons appearing in the shadows, divine bones dancing in ruins, and a giant ship that drags the sun across the sky, Qin Mu’s journey is anything but ordinary. Despite the perils, he boldly faces these challenges, mastering the skills taught by the nine elders and striving to carve out his path as the world’s strongest warrior.
Production Team Behind the Scenes
This China anime series brings together a talented team to bring Zhai Zhu’s vision to life. The original story is credited to Zhai Zhu, with Li Ni and Shen Leping leading production. The series is overseen by Zhang Shengyan, with Zhu Beining as the chief supervisor. The producers and support teams include Wei Benna, Gong Lei, Cao Jiwei, Chen Qing, Yao Qiong, and many others who have worked tirelessly to bring this story to fans.
Voice Cast Brings Characters to Life
The Tale of Herding Gods voice cast is also impressive. Qin Mu, portrayed as a 12-year-old, is voiced by Zhang Ruoyu. Other key characters include Ling Yuxiu voiced by Li Xin, the village elder by Cheng Yuzhu, and a colorful cast of unique villagers, each brought to life by experienced voice actors such as Guiniang, Yu Xiaoxu, Yu Kailong, and more.
The Tale of Herding Gods has only just begun, and this Chinese anime is shaping up to be a memorable addition to the world of fantasy animation.
