Forgotten CLAMP Classic Combines Magical Girls and Mechs

Clamp, the creators behind the famous Cardcaptor Sakura, are celebrating the 30th anniversary of another one of their groundbreaking series, Magic Knight Rayearth, with a new anime adaptation. Originally aired in 1994, Magic Knight Rayearth combines the magical girl genre with mechs and an alternate reality isekai storyline. This exciting series follows three young girls who are transported to the fantasy world of Cephiro to save Princess Emeraude. A teaser trailer has been released showcasing some nostalgic elements from the original series, but there's no detailed information about the cast or release date yet. Fans can stream the original series on Crunchyroll for a refresher while they wait for the new adaptation to drop.

Magic Knight Rayearth revolves around three schoolgirls, Hikaru Shidou, Umi Ryuuzaki, and Fuu Hououji, who are transported to the magical world of Cephiro. Their mission is to save Princess Emeraude, the Pillar of Cephiro, who calls upon them to become the legendary Magic Knights and rescue her world.

Magic Knight Rayearth originally debuted as a manga series in 1993 and was adapted into an anime a year later. It was well-received for its unique blend of genres and has maintained a loyal fanbase over the years. Clamp, the all-female manga artist team, is renowned for their intricate stories and beautiful artwork, making the announcement of this 30th-anniversary project highly anticipated among anime and manga enthusiasts.