Fena: Pirate Princess May 2026

: An optimistic, silver-haired 18-year-old who inspires deep loyalty despite her lack of combat skills.

: The series culminates in a supernatural twist where Fena is revealed to be the "Maiden of Choosing"—a descendant of Joan of Arc tasked with either preserving the world or resetting it.

Fena: Pirate Princess (Japanese title: Kaizoku Ōjo ) is a 12-episode original anime series that premiered in August 2021 as a co-production between , Crunchyroll , and Adult Swim . Directed by Kazuto Nakazawa , the story is an 18th-century "alternate history" adventure that follows Fena Houtman , a young orphan with a mysterious past who escapes a life of servitude to search for a legendary place called "Eden". Plot and Core Themes Fena: Pirate Princess

: Critics from platforms like IGN and CBR offered mixed reviews, often lauding the early "classic adventure" feel but criticizing the rushed pacing and "convoluted" theological ending.

The narrative centers on Fena's journey from a helpless orphan on the island of Shangri-La to a "pirate princess" leading a crew of elite ninja warriors known as the (or Goblin Knights). : An optimistic, silver-haired 18-year-old who inspires deep

: A major thematic focus is Fena's struggle to forge her own identity and break free from the "fate" orchestrated by an entity known as the Observer . Key Characters

: An all-female pirate crew led by Grace O'Malley , who initially pursue Fena for bounty and treasure. Production and Critical Reception Directed by Kazuto Nakazawa , the story is

: A high-ranking Royal Navy officer and the primary antagonist, driven by an obsessive love for Fena's late mother, Helena.