Recently, Japan has been airing "Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie: Beginnings / Eternal" as an 11-episode TV series, a recut of the original theatrical "Part 1" and "Part 2" films. Meanwhile, the highly anticipated new film, "Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie -Walpurgisnacht: Rising-," after several delays, is now confirmed for a February 2026 release.
Following last week's End Card for episode six, drawn by Madoka Kaname's voice actor, Aoi Yuuki, yesterday (November 23) saw the broadcast of episode seven's End Card, this time illustrated by none other than Kyubey's voice actor, Emiri Kato. Her adorable art, featuring none other than Kyubey, instantly became a hot topic online.
Emiri Kato is known for her bright, high-pitched voice, often cast in tsundere and genki roles. However, her range is incredibly broad, encompassing characters like Mayoi Hachikuji from "Monogatari Series," Aura Bella Fiora from "Overlord," and Becky Blackbell from "SPY x FAMILY." Off-screen, she's a self-proclaimed "gaming addict" and is beloved by fans.
This latest End Card for "Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie: Beginnings / Eternal" episode seven, drawn by Emiri Kato, boasts a style so professional, you'd never guess it was created by a voice actor. The adorable depiction of Madoka and Kyubey showcases a skill level far beyond what you'd expect from someone whose main job is voice acting. And to draw the very Kyubey she voices so cutely... it's quite a contrast to the character's infamous in-show antics!
The internet, of course, exploded with comments like: "Hard to imagine this is the same Kyubey that got poked full of holes like Swiss cheese in this very episode!" "Two weeks in a row, and both End Cards are by VAs..." "Are the Madoka VAs all secretly amazing artists too?" "This composition looks like it came straight from a professional illustrator." "Who knew a voice actor for such a villainous character could draw them so adorably?"
Emiri Kato herself shared the artwork on her X (formerly Twitter) account, commenting that she drew a super cute Kyubey, complete with an outfit and flower petals. Talk about dedication!
But let's be real, most fans' opinions of Kyubey aren't quite so "cute," right? How can the VA draw them so sweetly? Does she even have a heart?
One netizen even joked that Emiri Kato is probably the only person in the world who could draw Kyubey looking so cute and innocent, and actually make people forgive the little demon...
With the official team tapping VAs for End Cards two weeks running, it just goes to show: Japan's voice acting scene is absolutely overflowing with multi-talented individuals!