Another fine flock of lolis shall frolic freely in a TV anime series based on the supernatural comedy manga Kannagi: Crazy Shrine Maidens (maidens, mmm). The rumor sparked a month ago was confirmed this week, in the lastest newsletter of publisher Ichijinsha.

"The story begins when an art student named Jin Mikuriya carves a statue from the wood of the Kannagi tree - only to have the statue come to life. The original tree happened to be possessed by a goddess, who has now taken over the statue. Jin finds himself being dragged around as "Nagi" goes around taking care of the duties of a goddess."

Thanks to ANN for that bit of story, to go with the Kannagi fanarts freshly added to our gallery, and the official website - for the select few who are initiated in the ways of kana and kanji. The rest of us can just enjoy the sights...


Update: Did I mention that the director of the Kannagi anime is the ex-director of Lucky Star, Yamamoto Yutaka? Yeah, how about that. His new studio Ordet isn't animating the show, however. That part will be handled by A-1 Pictures. (thanks Canned Puppies)