Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World

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Synopsis

For years, a great war has raged on between the scientifically advanced Empire and a paradise of witches known as the Nebulis Sovereignty. This age-old battle sets the scene for a fateful encounter between two young combatants: an imperial swordsman, Iska, and the witch princess, Aliceliese. As sworn enemies, they vow to cut each other down in order to unite their worlds, and yet Iska finds himself entranced by her beauty and righteousness, while Aliceliese is moved by his strength and resolve. In the midst of a never-ending war that forbids them from being together, they have no choice but to destroy each other-or find another way.

About

Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World premiered on October 4, 2020. It falls under the Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, War & Politics genres. The series has aired across 2 seasons and 24 episodes. with each episode running approximately 24 minutes. It airs on AT-X. and concluded its run on June 26, 2025.

Why viewers enjoy Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World

Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World targets fans of Animation anime, especially viewers who appreciate stories that blend Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, War & Politics elements. This combination of Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, War & Politics sets the show's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience over more general animated programming.

Production

Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World was animated by SILVER LINK., KADOKAWA, ABC Animation, and broadcast on AT-X.

Critical reception

Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World holds a rating of 8.2 out of 10 based on 245 user reviews on TMDB, a strong score that reflects broad satisfaction from its audience.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World include: witch, magic, romance, military, fantasy world, anime, based on light novel. These threads anchor the show's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the kind of viewing experience it delivers.

Voice cast

Yusuke Kobayashi
Sora Amamiya
Kaori Ishihara
Nao Shiraki
Shunichi Toki
Yumiri Hanamori
Ayana Taketatsu
Jun Kasama
Azumi Waki
Aya Hisakawa

Production credits

Direction: Shin Oonuma · Mirai Minato · Yuushi Ibe
Writing: Kei Sazane · Shunsuke Ishikawa · Kento Shimoyama

Release dates

Premiered

October 4, 2020

Last aired

June 26, 2025

Seasons & episodes

Season1

October 4, 2020·12episodes

A force known as Astral power is wielded by astral mages. Fearing its destructive power, the "Empire" persecutes those who show their abilities. The tormented mages then founded the Nebulis Sovereignty to flee from their oppressors. Since then, the two nations have been in bitter conflict, the war still going strong for more than a century. After committing the great crime of freeing an imprisoned witch, the talented knight Iska is sentenced to prison. A year later, the Empire leadership suddenly decides to set him free, with the condition that he hunts down a fearsome mage known as the "Ice Calamity Witch." Hoping to end the war, Iska agrees. Coincidentally, the Ice Calamity Witch herself, Aliceliese "Alice" Lou Nebulis XI, also wishes for peace and is willing to do everything she can to bring down the Empire. As Iska and Alice both yearn for a crusade that will turn the world into one without struggle, woe, or pain, the strings of fate tie them ever closer together.

Season2

July 10, 2024·12episodes

After Alice, Iska, and Sisbell defeat the Object, they return to the Nebulis palace. Iska becomes Sisbell’s guard through a secret pact, and they find themselves drawing closer with each passing day. Alice’s heart aches upon seeing her sister arm-in-arm with Iska. A dark conspiracy is at play, and the trio is caught in the crossfire.