Reincarnated as a Sword

Reincarnated as a Sword takes the isekai formula in an unexpected direction by giving its protagonist the most unconventional form imaginable. Rather than waking up as a mighty warrior or talented mage, the main character finds themselves reborn as a sentient weapon—specifically, a sword with the ability to think and communicate. When Fran, a girl on the run from those seeking to enslave her, discovers this talking blade, the two form an unlikely partnership that becomes far more than a temporary arrangement of convenience.

This twelve-episode ONA aired in fall 2022, with the first episode released early on September 28, 2022, followed by the regular broadcast starting October 5, 2022. The series blends action and adventure across a fantasy world where Fran and her sword companion work together to help the oppressed and punish the wicked. The dynamic between a human fighter and her non-human ally drives much of the story, creating chemistry that sets it apart from standard isekai fare.

The complete season is finished and available to watch in full. If you're drawn to fantasy adventures with creative protagonist concepts and character-driven partnerships, this series delivers on both fronts with its twelve-episode run.