A preview cut from Episode 4 of the original short anime Lycoris Recoil: Friends are thieves of time. has been released, giving fans a glimpse of what’s next for Takina and the rest of the LycoReco team. In the newly revealed still, Takina appears aiming her gun in a tense moment—suggesting a more serious tone in the upcoming episode.

The short series centers around the daily lives of Chisato, Takina, and other characters at the LycoReco Café. Episode 4 will premiere on May 7 at 9:00 PM JST via Aniplex’s official YouTube channel and other platforms.

About Lycoris About

Originally aired from July to September 2022, Lycoris Recoil follows Chisato Nishikigi and Takina Inoue, agents of the secret organization DA (Direct Attack) tasked with preventing crimes before they occur. The series became a social media sensation due to its shocking developments and engaging characters.

Chisato, known as the most powerful Lycoris agent in history, is cheerful and free-spirited, while Takina, also highly skilled, is cool-headed and driven by efficiency. The contrast between the two created a compelling dynamic that captured viewers’ hearts.

Upon its release, Lycoris Recoil quickly became a hit. Its Blu-ray Disc ranked third in the ORICON Weekly Blu-ray Disc Ranking dated October 3, 2022, with first-week sales of 21,000 units—the highest first-week sales in the TV anime category for the fiscal year 2022 (starting from December 27, 2021). The series' success even led to a stage adaptation.

Source : ORICON NEWS