DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR (2026)
A dark fantasy anime set at a vampire-haunted academy where buried secrets and forbidden desires collide.
DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR - Series Information
- Original Title: DARK MOON -黒の月: 月の祭壇-
- First Air Year: 2026
- Last Air Year: 2026
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 12
- Status: Returning Series
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: January 10, 2026 (Brazil - 14)
- Networks: Gunma TV, Tokyo MX, BS11, Tochigi TV
- Production Companies: TROYCA, Aniplex, HYBE JAPAN, Crunchyroll, LINE Digital Frontier
- Production Countries: Japan
- Alternative Titles: HẮC NGUY�;T (VN), DARK MOON Kuro no Tsuki Tsuki no Saidan (JP)
DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR - Plot
In the seaside city of Riverfield stands Decelis Academy, home to seven mysterious boys sharing the same secret: They're vampires, hiding their murky pasts. When Sooha, a female student who hates vampires, transfers to the academy, the boys find themselves irresistibly drawn to her. As strange events shake the city, old sins and buried secrets resurface, and their world begins to fracture.
DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR - Trailer
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DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Kikunosuke Toya
- Hiroto Shimizu
- Shugo Nakamura
- Jin Ogasawara
- Shunichi Toki
- Yuto Uemura
- Chiaki Kobayashi
- Fuka Izumi
- Taihi Kimura
- Hayato Dojima
DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR - FAQs
Where can you stream DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR?
DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR is available to stream on Crunchyroll and the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. It can also be purchased digitally through Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Crunchyroll is the primary international streaming destination for the series.
Is DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR based on a webtoon?
Yes. DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR is adapted from a webtoon, part of the DARK MOON multimedia project developed in association with HYBE JAPAN. The original story draws on vampire mythology and supernatural drama, expanded into an animated series produced by TROYCA and Aniplex.
Who are the main voice actors in DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR?
The principal voice cast includes Kikunosuke Toya as Heli, Hiroto Shimizu as Jaan, Shugo Nakamura as Jino, Jin Ogasawara as Solon, Shunichi Toki as Shion, Yuto Uemura as Jakah, Chiaki Kobayashi as Noa, and Fuka Izumi as Sooha, among others.
What is DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR about?
Set at Decelis Academy in the seaside city of Riverfield, the series follows seven vampire boys concealing dark pasts. When Sooha, a student who despises vampires, transfers in, mysterious events erupt across the city, forcing buried sins and long-hidden secrets into the open.
How many episodes does DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR have?
Season 1 of DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR consists of 12 episodes. The series began airing in January 2026 and is currently listed as a returning series, with production ongoing at the time of its premiere.
When did DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR first air?
DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR premiered on January 10, 2026. The series airs in Japan on Gunma TV, Tokyo MX, BS11, and Tochigi TV, with international audiences able to access it through Crunchyroll simultaneously or shortly after Japanese broadcast.
What studio produced DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR?
The series is produced by TROYCA, the animation studio known for Re:CREATORS and ALDNOAH.ZERO, in partnership with Aniplex, HYBE JAPAN, Crunchyroll, and LINE Digital Frontier. HYBE JAPAN's involvement connects the project to a broader multimedia entertainment initiative.
What genre is DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR?
DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR is a Japanese animated series blending fantasy and supernatural fiction. It incorporates vampire mythology, mystery, and romantic tension within a school drama framework, making it appealing to fans of dark fantasy anime and supernatural romance.
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