Daily Anime News Roundup – October 20, 2026
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- Hikaru Nakamura’s *Black Night Parade* concludes with a major announcement on December 18.
- The anime community mourns the passing of veteran voice actor Hiroshi Tsuchida.
- *Demon Lord 2099* light novels conclude with their sixth volume.
- Cygames cancels *Uma Musume: Pretty Derby* U.S. concerts due to visa issues.
- *Murciélago* anime reveals cast and teaser trailer set to premiere January 2027.
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Hikaru Nakamura’s Black Night Parade Manga Concludes, Major Announcement Coming
Hikaru Nakamura’s Black Night Parade manga is set to end, but it leaves fans with a teaser for a significant announcement scheduled for December 18. The series will also feature a side story in the Ultra Jump magazine on the same date, leading to much speculation about the future of the franchise. Anime News Network
Voice Actor Hiroshi Tsuchida Passes Away at 54
The anime community mourns the loss of Hiroshi Tsuchida, who passed away on October 11 due to heart failure. Tsuchida was known for his roles as Grisha Yeager in Attack on Titan and Daikichi Kawachi in Usagi Drop. He was 54 years old. His agency announced that the funeral was held privately. Anime News Network | MyAnimeList
Demon Lord 2099 Light Novels Conclude with Final Volume
The popular light novel series Demon Lord 2099, written by Daigo Murasaki, will conclude with its sixth volume. This announcement marks the end of a series that debuted in January 2021 and captured the interest of many fans. Anime News Network | MyAnimeList
Cygames Cancels Uma Musume: Pretty Derby U.S. Concerts
Cygames has announced the cancellation of the Uma Musume: Pretty Derby concerts scheduled for later this month due to issues with obtaining necessary U.S. visas for the performers. This has disappointed many fans who were looking forward to the live events. Anime News Network
Murciélago Anime Reveals Cast and Teaser Trailer
The upcoming anime adaptation of Murciélago has generated buzz with the release of a teaser trailer and cast announcements. The series will premiere in January 2027 with voice talents including Hitomi Ueda, Minori Suzuki, and Sumire Uesaka. Anime News Network | Crunchyroll
Other Anime News
- Shiten Akiyama’s Horizon Manga Resumes: After a hiatus, Horizon will continue its story with plans for an English release by Kodama Tales in January 2027. Anime News Network
- Black Clover Season 2 Reviews: New episodes of Black Clover have garnered attention for their action-packed narratives. Reviews describe it as high-quality shonen entertainment. Anime News Network
- Pandora Hearts Gets Third Stage Musical: The Pandora Hearts Retrace III -Reverse corte- musical has been announced, set to perform in Tokyo and Osaka in late 2027. Anime News Network
- Collaborative Promotions: The Magical Sisters Lulutto Lilly and Maebashi Witches anime are collaborating on promotional visual art, highlighting their synergy in storytelling. Crunchyroll
What to Watch
- Upcoming Anime Premieres:
- The teaser trailer for Mission: Yozakura Family Season 2 Part 2 showcases the return of this action-packed series with a creditless ending video available for fans. Crunchyroll
- A reminder that The Detective Is Already Dead Season 2’s English dub casts and debut date have been revealed, igniting excitement ahead of the release. Anime News Network
FAQ
When does *Black Night Parade* end?
The *Black Night Parade* manga is set to conclude on December 18, during which a significant announcement will be made.
What happened to Hiroshi Tsuchida?
Hiroshi Tsuchida passed away on October 11 due to heart failure, leaving behind a legacy of memorable voice acting roles.
What is *Demon Lord 2099* about?
*Demon Lord 2099* is a light novel series written by Daigo Murasaki, which concluded with its sixth volume recently.
Why were the *Uma Musume* U.S. concerts cancelled?
The concerts were cancelled due to issues with obtaining necessary U.S. visas for the performers.
When does the *Murciélago* anime premiere?
The *Murciélago* anime is set to premiere in January 2027.