The Principle of a Philosopher by Eternal Fool “Asley” Gets TV Anime Adaptation, Original Author Hifumi Cheers “Aim for Season 2, Aim for Season 3”

The Principle of A Philosopher By Eternal Fool “Asley”: The Great Adventure of Pochi (JP: 悠久の愚者アズリーの、賢者のすゝめ) has been officially announced as receiving a television anime adaptation, as revealed on the 5th. Along with the announcement, a teaser visual depicting the close bond between Asley and Pochi was unveiled, and a celebratory comment from the original author Hifumi was released.

A Timeless Fantasy Following an Unorthodox Strongest Mage

The story is a chaotic yet heartfelt youth fantasy that transcends time, centered on a 5,000 year old man and his 800 year old canine companion. Asley gains an immortal body after accidentally creating a divine elixir known as Eternal Droplets. With an abundance of time on his hands, he devotes himself entirely to research, spending 5,000 years mastering countless forms of magic and sorcery.

As a result, Asley becomes an extraordinary mage capable of wielding lost ancient magic. Together with his familiar and trusted partner Pochi, he sets out on a journey to broaden his horizons. However, Asley’s quiet immortal life begins to change dramatically after a single act of helping others. It was also announced that the series has launched its official X account.

Comment From Original Author Hifumi

“The Principle of a Philosopher by Eternal Fool ‘Asley’ has finally been adapted into an anime. To all the readers, I am truly, truly sorry to have kept you waiting. My deepest thanks go to everyone who ran alongside us on the long road to this anime adaptation. And above all, my greatest gratitude goes to the readers who have continued to support The Principle of a Philosopher by Eternal Fool ‘Asley’ all this time. I am overwhelmed with emotion. Thank you all so much. Now then. Now, now, now, it is finally becoming an anime. Aim for Season 2. Aim for Season 3.”

Source : ORICON NEWS