Twin Engine, a Japanese anime production company known for producing shows such as Vinland Saga, Witch Hat Atelier, and Cosmic Princess Kaguya!, announced on August 5 that it has formed a strategic partnership with Bandai aimed at co-creating a brand-new IP. The two companies will focus on developing initiatives that include an original manga, anime, and licensed merchandise, all of which are aimed at creating new businesses based on the project.
A 4 billion JPY investment (roughly $25.3 million USD) was announced, which will be used to develop the IP and its upcoming anime show. Twin Engine and Bandai will be working closely on all stages of production – from the planning and development of the manga to the animation. Aside from licensed merchandise, the companiesthey are aiming to “create new appeal and value” by branching out into different fields, with the goal of making the new IP one that fans all over the world will cherish for years to come.
Further details regarding the project and its initiatives are set to be announced soon.
