We can affirm that the anime adaptation based on the webtoon “Tower of God,” written and illustrated by SIU, has been well-received by the community in general, so much so that there are high expectations for its continuation. On its official site, they have recently revealed a new promotional image, and have let us know that its premiere is scheduled for the Summer 2024 season (July – September), and that it will adapt the “Return of the Prince Arc” and the “Battle of the Factory Arc.”
Additionally, as part of the same announcement, they shared part of their voice cast:
Taichi Ichikawa as Jyu Viole Grace.
Saori Hayami as Rachel.
Yuma Uchida as Ja Wangnan.
Sayumi Watabe as Yeon Yihwa.
Let’s remember that SIU began publishing the webtoon “Tower of God” starting in 2010, through the Naver Webtoon service. The work received an anime adaptation that consisted of twelve episodes, directed by Takashi Sana, with scripts written by Erika Yoshida. The adaptation was produced by Telecom Animation Film studios and premiered in April 2020. The original work has suffered multiple delays due to health issues on the part of the author.
Synopsis of “Tower of God”
The story of this South Korean webtoon revolves around a young man named Twenty-Fifth Bam, who has spent most of his life trapped under a mysterious and huge tower. The only company he has had is his friend Rachel, who dreams of reaching the top of the Tower to see the stars. One day, Rachel disappears into the Tower, and Bam decides to enter to search for her, facing a series of challenges and tests that will test his strength, intelligence, and will.
Inside the Tower, Bam encounters various characters, each with their own abilities and motivations. Some become his allies, while others become enemies. The Tower is divided into different floors, and each floor presents a unique challenge that participants must overcome to advance. As Bam and his companions ascend, they discover that the Tower is not just a place of physical trials, but also a political and social web, where different factions and groups fight for power and control.
Throughout his journey, Bam uncovers secrets about his past and the true nature of the Tower. He faces moral dilemmas and learns valuable lessons about friendship, sacrifice, and determination. The story of “Tower of God” is a mix of action, adventure, mystery, and fantasy, with a deep exploration of themes such as personal growth, ambition, and the search for a purpose. The plot unfolds in an intriguing and complex manner, keeping readers and viewers on the edge of their seats with each step of Bam‘s ascent through the Tower.
Now is the time when we kindly invite you to leave us your opinion or your expectations about the return of “Tower of God” in the comments. Go ahead, you know, we’ll be reading! 😉
Images Source: EMOTION Label Official YouTube Channel, Reddit
