Animefans are not ready for what 2026 will bring to their screens, asone of the most unique and controversial showsis prepared to be released.Petals of Reincarnation, an anime adaptation of the manga by the same name, is set to be released next year, and its plot and cast are already causing havoc among the community.
The primary reason behind this sudden controversy is the inclusion of a character whose past life is Adolf Hitler.This infamous German dictator is one of the series’ main villains, after being reborn in the body of a child. The opinion of the community is divided, as most do not know what to make of this news.
Petals of Reincarnation Could Be 2026’s Most Controversial Anime
Fans Are Shocked About Its Odd Casting Decision
On August 07, 2025, the upcoming anime adaptation of thePetals of Reincarnationmanga was announced to the public. The series is set to release next year, along with some of2026’s most anticipated anime. The series follows the life of Toya Senji, a regular high school student who gets involved with the secret world of Returners.
These odd individuals are presented as the reincarnations of prominent, and often infamous, figures of history. From Albert Einstein to Newton, these influential minds have come back to change the world once again, as their new bodies can access the abilities of their past lives. The series has many interesting characters, but most fans are still shocked by Hitler’s inclusion.
According to the series, after his death,the cruel leader of Germany’s Third Reich was reborn as a child of unspecified gender. The series introduces this character as a main antagonist for the heroes, with many fans worried about his addition, as he is, without a doubt,a red-flag worthy character.
Hitler Is Far From the Only Controversial Figure
The Sinners Are Some of History’s Worst Criminals
While the addition of Hitler to the story ofPetals of Reincarnationhas understandably caused shock among fans, he is not the only odd figure to be included in the story. The Sinners, the main villainous group of the series, are the reincarnation of many famous and polemical historical figures.
The group has among its ranks prominent and cruel emperors like Julius Caesar and a sadistic killer like Vlad III Dracula. Despite none of these characters possibly being amongthe most evil anime characters, like Hitler, fans who decide to watch the show will have to be aware that he will not be the only controversial figure.
