The final phase of the TRIGUN anime series, TRIGUN STARGAZE, is officially set to premiere in January 2026. Alongside the announcement, a special teaser video, key visual, and new character visuals have all been unveiled. The teaser also marks the debut of a long-awaited character: Milly Thompson.

The newly released teaser depicts a world two and a half years after the event known as “Lost July”. Milly Thompson appears, joined by new enemies who push the story toward its conclusion. Although a legendary battle appeared to put an end to Millions Knives’ attempt to wipe out humanity, a new series of Plant thefts has begun, and towns are once more falling under attack. Sensing signs of Knives’ return, Meryl Stryfe sets out in search of answers.

Vash the Stampede, who has been living quietly in a remote settlement, reunites with Meryl and Milly and eventually crosses paths again with Nicholas D. Wolfwood, who has chosen his own path. Together, they are drawn back into a fight for the lives of the people of No Man’s Land. The teaser ends with a powerful line from Knives — “Our dawn is almost here” — opening the curtain on a final journey filled with drama, action, and upheaval.

The series will also debut new music for its final arc. The opening theme, “Picaresque Hero,” is performed by ano, while the ending theme, “Stardust,” comes from the rock band FOMARE. Together, the two tracks set the emotional tone for TRIGUN STARGAZE, capturing both the intensity of the story’s climax and the lingering hope at its core.

The accompanying key visual features Vash alongside Meryl, Nicholas, and Milly as they stand together for their last journey. Their expressions reflect the weight of their past, the uncertainty of what lies ahead, and the hope they still carry.

Cast Shares Emotional Messages Ahead of TRIGUN STARGAZE

As anticipation builds for TRIGUN STARGAZE, the cast behind Vash, Meryl, Nicholas, and Milly has shared heartfelt messages with fans, reflecting the emotion and intensity behind the scenes.

Vash the Stampede voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka

“Hello everyone, it has been a while. This is Matsuoka, the voice of Vash.

This time, TRIGUN reaches its final chapter. The energy at the studio has been incredibly intense, and my heart trembled many times while recording.

There were scenes where I was so overwhelmed with emotion that my voice shook and I could not deliver my lines properly, and times when I put everything into an ad lib only for it to not make the cut (laughs).

Once again, I felt that this is a work that could only have been created because of the TRIGUN team. Thank you all so much.

This time, new allies join the story. There are developments that will make you gasp in surprise, scenes that make you feel reassured because a certain character is present, and moments where you can really see how much Meryl has grown emotionally. Many things are waiting for you, so I hope you look forward to this work.

As you can see in the PV, Vash has overcome countless hardships up to this point. Please watch closely to see what he thinks now, and what he chooses to overcome next.

This truly is the final chapter, so please prepare yourselves. If TRIGUN becomes a work that you can sincerely say you are glad to have watched from the bottom of your heart, that would make me happy.”

Meryl Stryfe voiced by Sakura Ando

“The final chapter. It is finally beginning…

Why is it that the start of a story always makes the heart race?

It has already been five years since I first met Meryl in the audition for TRIGUN STAMPEDE.

In the previous series, playing her as a rookie journalist gave me courage. This time, she is a senior, traveling with her junior Milly. While being slightly overwhelmed by Milly’s boundless cheerfulness (laughs), I will continue to pursue this story alongside her.

Now that the series has become TRIGUN STARGAZE, our appearance has been renewed as well. Please follow us through to the end.”

Nicholas D. Wolfwood voiced by Yoshimasa Hosoya

“Until the promotional video was first shown at New York Comic Con, it somehow felt like a very long wait. Now, at last, everyone can watch the continuation of the story.

Thinking back to the dubbing sessions makes me feel emotional.

New adventures with new allies await, along with the final confrontation with Knives and the conclusion of the story.

Please look forward to it.”

Milly Thompson voiced by Chika Ayamori

“I am Chika Ayamori, and I will be playing Milly Thompson.

These are words I have wanted to say for so long, and writing them out like this fills me with joy, nerves, and all kinds of emotions…

I still remember receiving the message that I had been cast, crying and shaking in a corner near the ticket gates of the train station.

Even though it has been a short time since meeting Milly during the audition process, I have been saved many times since by her presence and personality.

I really cannot believe it is going to end…

When we finished recording the final episode, I cried so much from loneliness. That is how much I love Milly, such a wonderful girl to have met. Being part of this work and now being able to share my feelings about TRIGUN STARGAZE with all of you makes me so happy from the bottom of my heart.

I may be someone who cries easily, but Milly is definitely not like that (laughs).

Please pay attention to the heartwarming, family-like interactions among Vash and his companions, as well as the clashes that arise precisely because they care deeply about each other, and to the relationships between each of them.

Please join us to see how the story that began in the previous series concludes.”

Watch TRIGUN STARGAZE when it officially premieres in January 2026!

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