Publisher Hanashi Media has confirmed a significant expansion of its English-language light novel catalog, securing the rights to eight new series throughout July and August. The lineup is led by the fantasy comedy The Hated Prince's Do-Over: Can Good Deeds Save Me from All These Execution Flags?!, a series that blends historical fantasy tropes with a modern 'do-over' narrative.
Written by Kei Takano and illustrated by Shoa Takashima, the story follows Arthur Pendragon, a prince executed by his own people following years of royal corruption. Upon finding himself transported five years into the past, Arthur discovers a mysterious system that rewards him for performing good deeds. His quest to avoid the guillotine turns into a comedic survival story, as he attempts to reform his reputation solely to secure his own future.
While the publisher has not yet detailed release windows for the full slate of acquisitions, the announcement signals an aggressive push to bolster their library with diverse light novel genres. Readers can anticipate further updates on these titles as the publisher prepares their upcoming release schedule.
