The TV anime Yowaki MAX Reijou nano ni, Rakuwan Kon’yakusha-sama no Kake ni Notte Shimatta has released its new key visual and second promotional video. Alongside the reveal, three additional cast members have been announced: Haruka Shiraishi as Amelia Keith, Shogo Sakata as Philip, and Shoya Ishige as Mike. All three shared comments about their roles.

Story Overview

Based on the light novel by Oda Hiro (published under KADOKAWA’s Biz LOG Bunko imprint), the series follows an extremely timid protagonist who is reincarnated as Pia Rockwell — the villainess of an otome game — and finds herself entangled in a bet with her fiancé, Rufus Stan, the capable and overprotective son of the prime minister. The series is described as a “villainess sweet-love romantic comedy.”

New Characters

• Amelia Keith (voiced by Haruka Shiraishi) — The villainess of the main Philip route in the otome game, she carries an air of elegance and glamour. However, within the world Pia has reincarnated into, she displays a compassionate and justice-driven side.
• Philip (voiced by Shogo Sakata) — First prince of the Kingdom of Agebelle and the main conquest target of the game’s central route. He had been carrying out royal duties alongside his fiancée Amelia, but as the game’s scenario dictates, his heart eventually turns toward the heroine.
• Mike (voiced by Shoya Ishige) — Head of security for the Stan Marquis household, assigned by Rufus to serve as Pia’s personal bodyguard.

Cast Comments

Haruka Shiraishi (Amelia Keith)

Amelia appears as a villain in “MajiCaro,” the game Pia played before her reincarnation, but in the otome game world Pia has been reborn into, she becomes a cool character full of compassion and a strong sense of justice. Watching her made me feel that “even as some things are lost, new things can be gained.” I hope everyone will tune in to find out what that means — let’s get our hearts racing together starting in October!

Shogo Sakata (Philip)

The back-and-forth between the timid, fossil-loving Pia and the ultra-capable, overprotective Rufus is genuinely heartwarming — I can’t help but smile watching them. And just what is Caroline’s secret…? I’m curious too. Philip also plays a big role in the first episode — Philip?! PHILIP?! Please watch!

Shoya Ishige (Mike)

The sweet moments between Pia and Rufus grow more and more with each episode, and they had my heart fluttering every time. I promise it’s far sweeter than you’re imagining. As for Mike — he’s a quiet, serious subordinate who supports the two of them from the shadows. I hope you’ll keep an eye on him as well.

Theme Songs

The opening theme, 「強気MAX宣言」 (Tsuyoki MAX Sengen), is performed by Konomi Suzuki, who described the song as capturing the feeling of “I’m scared, but I’ll take that brave step forward!” — mirroring Pia’s gradual growth within Rufus’s love. The ending theme, 「夜明けまでに」 (Yoake made ni), is performed by Miku Ito, who also voices the protagonist Pia.

Full Staff

• Original Novel: Oda Hiro (Biz LOG Bunko / KADOKAWA)
• Original Character Design: Tsubasa.v
• Manga Adaptation: Murata Aji
• Director: Nakanishi Nobuaki
• Series Composition: Fukuda Yuko
• Character Design (anime): Choi Hyun-sik
• Prop Design: Shirasaki Shiori
• Art Setting: Sakai Shunsuke
• Art Director: Arai Kazuhiro
• Color Design: Fujii Hitomi
• Photography Director: Noritomo Kunihito
• Editor: Ueno Yusuke
• Sound Director: Akutagawa Hitoshi
• Music: Hyuga Moe, Hamada Natsuki
• Music Production: KADOKAWA
• Animation Studio: Jumondou

Full Cast

• Pia Rockwell: Miku Ito
• Rufus Stan: Ryota Osaka
• Caroline Ramsey: Rina Hidaka
• Erin White: Sora Amamiya
• Henry Cox: Haruki Ishiya
• Rufus Stan (young): Shizuka Ishigami
• Amelia Keith: Haruka Shiraishi
• Philip: Shogo Sakata
• Mike: Shoya Ishige

Broadcast & Streaming

The series premieres on October 4, 2026, airing on TOKYO MX, BS Asahi, AT-X, Sun TV, and other stations across Japan. Streaming begins the same day at 24:00 on dAnime Store, Hulu, U-NEXT, and Anime Hodai.