Mark your calendars, anime enthusiasts! The highly anticipated adaptation of “I May Be a Guild Receptionist, But I’ll Solo Any Boss to Clock Out on Time” is scheduled to hit screens on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 24:00 (effectively Saturday, January 11, at 00:00).
About the Series
This adventure fantasy anime is based on the light novel series penned by Mato Kousaka and illustrated by Gaou. The story follows Alina Clover, a guild receptionist who thought she had signed up for an easy and secure job. However, her daily life is far from simple as she deals with difficult adventurers and mountains of paperwork.
Plot Highlights
Alina’s job at the adventurer’s guild is not what she expected:
- She faces the challenge of managing unruly adventurers
- Her coworkers often dump their unfinished work on her
- Unbeatable dungeon bosses lead to more paperwork and overtime
But Alina has a secret: she possesses a divine skill that allows her to summon a powerful hammer. In moments of frustration, she uses this ability to take on dungeon bosses single-handedly, venting her work-related stress on these unfortunate monsters.
Production Details
The anime adaptation is in capable hands:
- Studio: CloverWorks
- Director: Tsuyoshi Nagasawa
- Series Composition: Misuzu Chiba
- Music: Tsubasa Ito
- Character Designs: Yoshihiro Osada and Shinichi Machida
Cast Spotlight
Main Characters
- Alina Clover (Protagonist): Voiced by Rie Takahashi (known for her role as Emilia in “Re:Zero -Starting Life in Another World“)
- Jade Scrade: Voiced by Kentaro Kumagai
Supporting Characters
- Lululee Ashford: Voiced by Aoi Koga
- Lowe Losblender: Voiced by Rikuya Yasuda
- Laila: Voiced by Yu Serizawa
Where to Watch
Good news for international viewers! Crunchyroll has secured the rights to stream the series, ensuring that fans worldwide can enjoy this unique blend of fantasy and workplace comedy.
Accolades and Expectations
The source material has already garnered significant praise, winning the gold prize at the 27th Dengeki Novel Prize in 2021. This recognition, coupled with the popularity of the light novels and manga, has set high expectations for the anime adaptation.
As we count down to the January 2025 premiere, fans of fantasy, comedy, and unique protagonists have much to look forward to. Will Alina manage to maintain her cover as a simple receptionist while secretly battling dungeon bosses? And how will she handle the adventurer who’s determined to recruit her?
Stay tuned for more updates on “I May Be a Guild Receptionist, But I’ll Solo Any Boss to Clock Out on Time” as we approach its exciting debut!
