The Aniplex x Kadokawa Anime Matsuri livestream event recently brought exciting news for fans of Mato Kousaka’s light novel series, I May Be a Guild Receptionist, But I’ll Solo Any Boss to Clock Out on Time (Guild no Uketsuke Jō Desu ga, Zangyō wa Iyananode Boss o Solo Tōbatsu Shiyou to Omoimasu). A new promotional video and visual were unveiled, announcing that the anime will now premiere in January 2025, delayed from its original release date this year.
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Cast and Characters
The anime features Rie Takahashi as the voice of the protagonist, Alina Clover, and Kentarō Kumagai voicing Jade Scrade. The recently released video provides a preview of their performances, which has heightened anticipation for the anime’s debut.
Production Team
The anime is being directed by Tsuyoshi Nagasawa, known for his work on Clockwork Planet and Nyaruko: Crawling with Love!, at Studio CloverWorks. The series scripts are overseen by Misuzu Chiba, who has previously worked on Aikatsu! Planet and Chi’s Sweet Adventure. Character designs are crafted by Yoshihiro Nagata (Shine Post) and Shinichi Machida (To Me, The One Who Loved You), with animation production cooperation provided by Sakura Create:citation[oaicite:5]{index=5}:citation[oaicite:4]{index=4}.
Synopsis and Source Material
The series, I May Be a Guild Receptionist, But I’ll Solo Any Boss to Clock Out on Time, follows Alina Clover, a guild receptionist who aspires to a peaceful job. Unfortunately, her role often turns into an overtime nightmare when adventurers struggle with dungeon challenges. To avoid endless paperwork, Alina takes matters into her own hands by defeating the monsters herself, ensuring she can clock out on time. This dual life adds a humorous and adventurous twist to her character, as she must keep her monster-slaying activities a secret:citation[oaicite:3]{index=3}:citation[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
The light novel series began in March 2021 under Kadokawa’s Dengeki Bunko imprint. The eighth volume is set to release on August 9, 2024. The manga adaptation by Suzu Yūki started in Kadokawa’s Monthly Comic Dengeki Maoh magazine in August 2021, with the fourth compiled volume released in February 2023:citation[oaicite:1]{index=1}:citation[oaicite:0]{index=0}.
Additional Details and Expectations
The recent announcement has generated significant buzz among fans. The promotional activities include an exhibit event featuring key visuals and character designs, which will take place in various locations across Japan. These events aim to build excitement and offer fans a closer look at the upcoming anime.
The unique storyline and dynamic characters have set high expectations for this adaptation. With a talented production team and a strong voice cast, I May Be a Guild Receptionist, But I’ll Solo Any Boss to Clock Out on Time is poised to be a memorable addition to the anime landscape.
Source: Aniplex x Kadokawa Anime Matsuri livestream, I May Be a Guild Receptionist, But I’ll Solo Any Boss to Clock Out on Time franchise’s X/Twitter account
