Astrae Oratio certainly catches the eye, with some gorgeous artwork and an intriguing premise of witches in Tokyo, Korean developer Dynamis and publisher NC will be launching the new MMORPG later this year ("Key in the ignition for 2026")
I've personally not been a huge follower of online RPG's, but my recent time spent with Neverness to Everness has really made the format a lot more appealing.
You can find more info and keep up to date via the official website: Astrae Oratio Official Website
Meanwhile, enjoy the character introduction video below:
From the Press Release:
In its ongoing drive to diversify its game portfolio and reach growing markets beyond MMORPGs, Korean publisher and developer NC (formerly NCSOFT) officially partnered with Korean developer Dynamis One to publish the colorful anime RPG, Astrae Oratio. NC revealed its first character preview trailer today, showcasing its charming cast of magicians’ personalities, skillsets and combat styles.
Themed around magic and administration, Astrae Oratio is set in a fantasy world set within Tokyo. To date, NC has drip fed its growing audience with a variety of mysterious details including combat, daily life, and character scenarios. The recently revealed ‘Shunin’, for instance, is not a magician but is instead an ordinary civil servant tasked with managing the administration of the magical world.
Starting in May, the development team began painting a more comprehensive picture of the game. By revealing new characters and world settings – such as the recent ‘Special District Office’ and ‘Dominion’, it will continue to create a trail of details and updates for players to look forward to.
