In the wake of the Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair 2016 ("Kyo-Maf", for short), a new preview video has been published on the official Youtube channel for Matoi the Sacred Slayer, an upcoming original magical girl TV anime with a Shinto twist. This trailer features the lead character, Matoi Sumeragi, describing her peculiar situation.

The story of Matoi the Sacred Slayer follows Matoi Sumeragi (voiced by Ayaka Suwa), a 14 year old girl who works part time as a shrine maiden at the Tenman Shrine in Kamaya City. After accidentally acquiring divine spiritual powers, Matoi joins forces with her friend and fellow shrine maiden Yuma Kusanagi (voiced by Naomi Ōzora) and uses her newfound abilities to banish evil spirits in an attempt to restore normalcy to her life.

Matoi the Sacred Slayer is directed by Masayuki Sakoi (Princess Resurrection, Strawberry Panic) and features animation by White Fox (Akame ga Kill!, Is the Order a Rabbit?). The series debuts on Tokyo MX October 02, 2016, with additional broadcasts to follow on Sun TV, KBS Kyoto, and BS11.

Source: Matoi the Sacred Slayer Official Youtube channel

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