Fans of dark fantasy and yuri storytelling have reason to celebrate as the upcoming anime adaptation of ‘Roll Over and Die: I Will Fight for an Ordinary Life with My Love and Cursed Sword’ revealed its first official visual. The series, based on the light novel by kiki, illustrated by kinta, and adapted into manga by Sunao Minakata, is set to premiere in 2026.
The newly released teaser visual features protagonist Flum Apricot, voiced by Ayaka Nanase, wielding her cursed sword with a determined gaze. The anime promises a gritty, emotionally charged journey through betrayal, survival, and forbidden love.
Flum Apricot’s Journey from Powerless to Powerful
Born with the rare “Reversal” affinity, Flum Apricot begins her story with zero stats—rendering her useless in battle. After being betrayed and sold into slavery by her own party, she discovers the terrifying potential of her cursed sword. Her transformation from victim to warrior forms the emotional core of the series.
Dark Fantasy Yuri "Roll Over and Die" TV ANIME VISUAL REVEAL!
Air Date: 2026
Main Character: Flum Apricot (CV: Ayaka Nanase)
Dark Fantasy Girls Love by kiki, kinta & Sunao Minakata about a slave woman fighting her cruel fate with a cursed sword and the love to her female… pic.twitter.com/R4inNewqKD
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The anime will explore Flum’s bond with Milkit, her fellow survivor and eventual companion, as they navigate a brutal world filled with violence, prejudice, and dark magic. Their relationship adds a tender yet powerful layer to the otherwise grim narrative.
A Dark Yuri Fantasy That Breaks the Mold
Unlike typical fantasy heroines, Flum doesn’t gain power easily. Her battles are raw and hard-won, and the series doesn’t shy away from body horror or emotional trauma. The anime adaptation is expected to cover the early arcs of the light novel, focusing on Flum’s awakening and her fight for freedom and love.
According to Anime Corner, the production team aims to preserve the original’s intense tone and character-driven storytelling. The teaser trailer and visual have already sparked buzz across anime forums and social media.
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