A Third Medicine Seller Appears: "Mononoke" Franchise Stuns Fans with New Project PV and Novelizations

The official X (formerly Twitter) account for the popular anime series Mononoke has released a promotional video (PV) announcing the launch of a new project, revealing a brand-new character: the "Inui Medicine Seller" (Inui no Kusuriuri). Along with this, Kadokawa Bunko announced the publication of three new supernatural novels, each featuring one of three different Medicine Sellers as the protagonist, sparking massive excitement among fans.

With the latest Mononoke theatrical film currently drawing significant attention, the sudden reveal of the "Inui Medicine Seller" has taken fans by surprise. This new figure is positioned as the third Medicine Seller, following the "Ri Medicine Seller" and "Kon Medicine Seller" who have led the franchise so far. On social media, the newly released visuals and PV have captivated fans, with comments pouring in about his unique appearance and distinct vibe, such as, "There's so much exposed skin!" "His downturned eyes give him a completely different feel," and "I'm absolutely obsessed with his dark, edgy look."

Adding to the fans' surprise is the voice actor (CV) for this new Inui Medicine Seller. It appears that the role is voiced by the actor who gave an acclaimed performance as the Medicine Seller in the stage play adaptation of Mononoke. Social media exploded with joy and astonishment, with fans noting, "That's the voice of the stage play Medicine Seller!" "What a wonderfully deep voice," and "He doesn't have that 'gyaru' energy, but he is incredibly sexy." This casting choice, which bridges the gap between the stage play and the anime, hints at exciting new directions for the franchise.

In tandem with the launch of this new project, Kadokawa Bunko has greenlit three new supernatural novels, each centering on one of the three Medicine Sellers. This literary approach has thrilled not only long-time fans of the original anime but also newcomers, with social media filled with ecstatic posts like, "I can't wait to see all three Medicine Sellers together!" and "I don't even have the words to express my excitement."

Mononoke continues to captivate audiences with its unique artistic style and mysterious narratives. With the introduction of these distinct Medicine Sellers, each bringing their own charm, the franchise's universe is poised to expand even further. Fans are eagerly awaiting more updates on this highly anticipated project.

The Context: The Expanding Universe of Mononoke

Originally airing in 2007 as a spin-off of the anime anthology Ayakashi: Samurai Horror Tales, Mononoke is a critically acclaimed series celebrated for its striking visual style. The show utilizes a vibrant, paper-textured aesthetic reminiscent of traditional Japanese woodblock prints (ukiyo-e) and avant-garde art to tell psychological horror stories set in various historical eras of Japan.

The central character is the Medicine Seller, an enigmatic wanderer who exorcises "mononoke"—wrathful spirits born from human malice. To draw his exorcism sword, he must first discover the spirit's Form (Katachi), Truth (Makoto), and Reason (Kotowari).

Recently, the franchise experienced a major revival with the 2024 release of Mononoke the Movie: Karakasa. This movie introduced a new iteration of the protagonist, the "Kon Medicine Seller" (voiced by Hiroshi Kamiya), distinguishing him from the original series' "Ri Medicine Seller." The names "Ri" (離), "Kon" (坤), and the newly announced "Inui" (乾) correspond to trigrams from the ancient Chinese divination system, the I Ching (Bagua). This naming convention suggests a cosmic, multi-faceted lore where different versions of the Medicine Seller exist across different times and spaces, a concept that the upcoming novels and anime project look to explore deeply.

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